Material Handler (1st Shift starting at $20.80/hour)

Company: A.O. Smith
Location: Groveport
Posted on: March 9, 2026

Job Description:

Company / Location Information A.O. Smith is a global leader applying innovative technologies and energy-efficient solutions to products manufactured and marketed worldwide. The company is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of residential and commercial water heating equipment and boilers, as well as a manufacturer of water treatment products for residential and light commercial applications. A. O. Smith is headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, with approximately 12,000 employees at operations in the United States, Canada, China, India, Mexico, the Netherlands, and the United Kingdom. Primary Function Candidate will be responsible for completing training and performing the following job functions: Responsibilities We are currently seeking a Material Handler/Forklift Driver for our 1st shift operations (6:00am - 2:30pm, M - F with overtime on Saturdays as needed). Safely and efficiently load, unload and move materials using forklifts, pallet jacks, hand trucks and other material handling equipment Accurately record and track inventory movements in SAP Organize and store materials in designated warehouse locations according to established procedures Pick and stage materials for production, assembly or customer orders based on work orders or pick lists Maintain a clean, organized and safe work environment, including performing basic equipment maintenance and reporting any safety hazards Collaborate with other team members to ensure smooth material flow Follow all company policies, procedures and safety regulations Participate in cycle counts and physical inventory as required Other duties may be assigned as needed Qualifications Prior forklift experience required Basic math skills and attention to detail for accurate inventory tracking and order fulfillment Ability to read and interpret work orders, pick lists and other related documents Basic computer skills for data entry and ERP systems (SAP preferred) Education High School Diploma or GED Physical Requirements Prolonged periods of sitting/standing and frequent bending and reaching. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds, and with assistance We Offer Competitive compensation package and comprehensive benefits plans which include medical and dental insurance, company-sponsored life insurance, retirement security savings plan, short- and long-term disability programs and tuition assistance. Appcast ADA Statement & EEO Statement In developing this job description care was taken to include all competencies needed to successfully perform in this position. However, for Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) purposes, the essential functions of the job may or may not have been described for purposes of ADA reasonable accommodation. All reasonable accommodation requests will be reviewed and evaluated on a case-by-case basis. We consider all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, gender identity and expression, marital or military status. We also provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and applicable state and local law.

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