Material Handler - 2nd Shift (3:00 PM - 11:00 PM) at Big Ass Fans in Lexington, Kentucky

Job Description:

Our success is a result of the diversity of the Big Ass Fans team. Are you seeking an opportunity to work with extraordinary people with an entrepreneurial spirit? Do you have something that sets you apart from the rest? With a bias for action, we want you to #livelifebigass and bring the next great BAF product to market. From our customers to our employees, we are passionate about what we can accomplish together. If this sounds exciting to you, you might be exactly what we need on our team.

Big Ass Fans is searching for a Material Handler to join our Second Shift Logistics team. This individual's responsibilities will be a combination of driving a stand-up and sit-down forklift to move, load, and unload material throughout the manufacturing facility, as well as picking and packing.  

Shift: 3:00 PM - 11:00 PM - Some overtime may be required, including weekends.

Responsibilities 

• Observe Big Ass Fans (BAF) safety and security procedures and report potentially unsafe conditions or security issues promptly.


• Practice safe work habits and operation at all times.


• Adhere to all ISO procedures and work instructions to ensure a high level of quality.


• Load, unload, and stage material throughout the manufacturing facility in an efficient manner that meets or exceeds customer and company requirements.


• Execution of physical inventory and regular cycle counting within the assigned zone.


• Coordinate daily activities and results to necessary personnel.


• Help maintain a clean, neat, and orderly work area.


• Able to perform simple math transactions (add, subtract, multiply and divide).


• Able to operate and/or become certified to operate material handling equipment such as powered industrial trucks, pallet jacks, hand trucks, dollies, and roll carts in order to efficiently move product to and from trucks, staging areas, departments, and pallet rack.


• Understand barcode technology and operate RF equipment as assigned.


• Attendance at work is an essential function of this position.

 Requirements 

• Experience driving a stand-up forklift is preferred


• High school diploma or equivalent.


• Undergo 2-3 month training period.


• 1-3 years previous warehouse, shipping, receiving, or order selecting experience.


• Knowledge of ISO Standards, OSHA, and DOT rules and regulations.


• Able to obtain powered industrial truck (forklift) certification or be able to produce proof of prior certification or training.


• Safely use all packaging and freight handling equipment associated with a warehouse or distribution center, including forklifts, strapping tools and equipment, RF equipment, and personal computers.


• Must be able to lift 40-70 pounds on a repetitive basis.

Why live life Big Ass?

You’re not just a member of the Big Ass Fans team; it’s BIGGER than us. We are a Madison Industries company - one of the largest and most successful privately held companies in the world. Madison Industries has fostered and built exceptional companies that are essential to our collective health and well-being. Come join us as we build something truly remarkable!

You want benefits? We’ve got your health insurance, life insurance, 401(k) and more. You want Big Ass Benefits? Join us in the cantina for a catered lunch followed by a game of Ping-Pong, Pool or Cornhole. Did we meet our daily goals today? Let’s open the beer fridge and play a game of pool! Don’t forget to attend the latest BAF-sponsored social outing.

Big Ass Fans, a perennial honoree among “Best Places to Work” offers employees competitive pay and a challenging and rewarding work environment!

Why haven’t you applied yet?

Big Ass Fans is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin, age, disability or veteran status. Big Ass Fans maintains an environment where each individual is valued and respected. Individuals are expected to understand and comply with OSHA and ISO 9001 standards and procedures. Individuals are expected to apply safe work methods when performing the job requirements in hazardous and non-hazardous environments to avoid injury to self to co-workers or damage to property. Individuals are expected to report unsafe work conditions or equipment operations to supervisors immediately and observe all safety rules.

If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, you may email us at recruiting@bigassfans.com or call us at 1.877.244.3267.