What are the responsibilities and job description for the Material Handler position at AESC Group?
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Description & Requirements
ABOUT AESC
AESC is a global leader in battery technology and energy storage solutions, supplying advanced lithium-ion battery systems to the world's leading electric vehicle manufacturers. Our Blythewood, South Carolina facility supports a BMW EV battery repack operation and is part of AESC's growing North American manufacturing footprint. We are building a high-performance team committed to quality, safety, continuous improvement, and operational excellence.
POSITION OVERVIEW
The Material Handler / Forklift Driver supports the AESC Blythewood repack operation by ensuring the timely and accurate movement, storage, and delivery of battery materials, components, and finished product throughout the facility. This role operates powered industrial trucks and material handling equipment to support production schedules, inventory accuracy, and shipping and receiving functions. The Material Handler / Forklift Driver is expected to maintain a high standard of safety and accuracy in all material movement and documentation activities.
SHIFT AVAILABILITY
We are hiring for both 1st Shift and 2nd Shift. Shift assignment will be discussed during the interview process. Candidates must be available for their assigned shift and willing to support cross-shift coverage as operational needs require.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Operate sit-down and/or stand-up forklifts, pallet jacks, and other powered industrial trucks to move materials, WIP, and finished goods within the facility.
- Receive incoming shipments, verify quantities and condition against purchase orders and packing lists, and document discrepancies.
- Stage materials and components at production line points per production schedules and kanban signals.
- Transport outbound finished goods and repacked battery units to designated staging and shipping areas.
- Maintain accurate inventory records and perform cycle counts as assigned.
- Operate within the facility's Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ) requirements, maintaining documentation accuracy for all material movements.
- Inspect material handling equipment daily and report defects or safety concerns prior to operation.
- Maintain warehouse and storage areas in accordance with 5S and housekeeping standards.
- Support shipping and receiving functions including labeling, scanning, and system data entry.
- Follow all safety procedures for handling, transporting, and storing EV battery modules, including required PPE.
- Comply with all AESC safety policies and immediately report any safety incidents, near-misses, or property damage.
QUALIFICATIONS
Required:
- High school diploma or GED.
- Minimum 1 year of forklift operation experience in a manufacturing, warehouse, or distribution environment.
- Valid forklift certification or ability to obtain certification upon hire (AESC will provide training).
- Ability to operate sit-down and stand-up counterbalance forklift.
- Basic computer and RF scanner proficiency for inventory and shipping system use.
- Ability to read packing lists, work orders, and inventory labels accurately.
- Strong commitment to safety and compliance with company and regulatory requirements.
Preferred:
- Experience in an automotive or advanced manufacturing facility.
- Experience with WMS (Warehouse Management System) or ERP systems.
- Knowledge of FTZ inventory control procedures.
- Familiarity with 5S and lean manufacturing material flow concepts.
Application Process
Equal Employment Opportunity
Physical Requirements
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable otherwise qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.
- Ability to sit for extended periods of time.
- Ability to read, write, speak, hear; stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach and lift with hands and arms frequently throughout the day.
- Required to occasionally lift, push, pull and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally required to lift, push, pull and/or move up to 35 pounds.
Work Environment
The work environment is primarily an automated manufacturing plant with a concrete floor and is characterized by some temperature extremes, moderate noise, and forklift traffic. The individual must be able to perform all essential functions as appropriate on the plant floor, in meetings, and with employees, management, customers and suppliers.
Candidate must perform the essential duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation efficiently and accurately, and without causing significant safety threat to self or others. The statements made herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive and inclusive list of all responsibilities, duties, and/or skills required of personnel so classified.
Hiring is contingent upon successful completion of drug screen and background check. AESC US LLC is a drug-free workplace.