What are the responsibilities and job description for the B Shift - Shipping Material Handler position at MAHLE GmbH?
BU3 Lifecycle and Mobility
Together, we move the world—we’ve been doing it for over 100 years. At MAHLE, as a leading international development partner and systems supplier to the automotive industry, we pursue the objective of making mobility more efficient, more environmentally friendly, more convenient, and more economical. As part of our dual strategy, we are working both on the intelligent combustion engine for the use of hydrogen and other nonfossil fuels and on technologies for fuel cells and e-mobility.
MAHLE generated sales of €11.3 billion in 2025. Employing just under 65,000 people at 127 production locations and 11 technology centers, the company is represented in 28 countries. (as at: 12/31/2025). Join our MAHLE team! #weshapefuturemobility
Key Responsibilities
- Pick, stage, and label orders according to pick tickets, RF scanner prompts, or voice-pick instructions.
- Meet or exceed productivity and accuracy targets:
- 30 lines per hour (LPH)
- 99% pick accuracy (measured by audit/error rate)
- Verify item numbers, quantities, lot/expiration (if applicable), and location codes before confirming picks.
- Handle, package, and stage products to prevent damage and maintain quality standards.
- Replenish forward pick locations as directed; report low stock and location discrepancies.
- Perform cycle counts and assist with inventory adjustments as needed.
- Follow all safety procedures, including proper lifting techniques, PPE use, and equipment operation.
- Keep aisles, workstations, and staging areas clean and organized (5S).
- Collaborate with Receiving, Shipping, and Inventory Control to resolve issues and expedite orders.
- Use WMS/ERP and RF technology to record transactions in real time.
- Escalate exceptions (shortages, overages, damages, slotting errors) promptly.
Performance Metrics (KPIs)
- Productivity: 30 LPH sustained by week 4 of ramp; potential to increase with tenure/slotting optimization.
- Accuracy: 99% pick accuracy (audit variance 1% per period).
- Attendance: 3 unscheduled absences per quarter.
- Safety: Zero preventable incidents; consistent PPE/compliance adherence.
Qualifications
Required
- 6 months experience in warehouse, fulfillment, retail stock, or similar environment.
- Basic computer/RF scanner proficiency; ability to learn WMS.
- Ability to read pick lists, UPCs/SKUs, and location labels with high attention to detail.
- Math and verification skills for counting, unit of measure conversions, and check-digit validation.
- Reliable attendance and ability to hit daily/weekly targets.
Preferred
- Experience with [Insert WMS name, e.g., Manhattan, SAP EWM, Blue Yonder, NetSuite WMS, Fishbowl].
- Voice-picking, batch picking, or zone picking experience.
- Material handling equipment (MHE) experience: pallet jacks, walkies; forklift certification a plus.
- Experience in [eCommerce / wholesale / B2B / cold chain / FDA-regulated] environments (customize as needed).
Physical & Work Environment Requirements
- Frequently lift, push, pull, and carry up to 50 lbs (team-lift above 50 lbs).
- Stand, walk, bend, and reach for 8–10 hours per shift.
- Work in varying temperatures: [Insert, e.g., 40–75°F for ambient/cooler; PPE provided].
- Use of RF scanners, label printers, and MHE (training provided).
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
Forklift Training, Turret Training (MIC), Walkie Stacker
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
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 accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to walk and sit. The employee is occasionally required to stand; twist; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, twist, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include distance vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes, or airborne particles, outside weather conditions, risk of electrical shock, and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.
The employee must operate fork truck approximately 90% of the day, recharge fork truck when necessary; drive the fork truck outside when necessary and drive the MAHLE box truck as needed.
OVERTIME
Employees must be able to work additional hours at the end of the shift, additional days during the payroll week, and weekends which can and will be in excess of forty (40) hours per payroll week. Working overtime is a condition of employment.
Key Responsibilities
- Pick, stage, and label orders according to pick tickets, RF scanner prompts, or voice-pick instructions.
- Meet or exceed productivity and accuracy targets:
- 30 lines per hour (LPH)
- 99% pick accuracy (measured by audit/error rate)
- Verify item numbers, quantities, lot/expiration (if applicable), and location codes before confirming picks.
- Handle, package, and stage products to prevent damage and maintain quality standards.
- Replenish forward pick locations as directed; report low stock and location discrepancies.
- Perform cycle counts and assist with inventory adjustments as needed.
- Follow all safety procedures, including proper lifting techniques, PPE use, and equipment operation.
- Keep aisles, workstations, and staging areas clean and organized (5S).
- Collaborate with Receiving, Shipping, and Inventory Control to resolve issues and expedite orders.
- Use WMS/ERP and RF technology to record transactions in real time.
- Escalate exceptions (shortages, overages, damages, slotting errors) promptly.
Performance Metrics (KPIs)
- Productivity: 30 LPH sustained by week 4 of ramp; potential to increase with tenure/slotting optimization.
- Accuracy: 99% pick accuracy (audit variance 1% per period).
- Attendance: 3 unscheduled absences per quarter.
- Safety: Zero preventable incidents; consistent PPE/compliance adherence.
Qualifications
Required
- 6 months experience in warehouse, fulfillment, retail stock, or similar environment.
- Basic computer/RF scanner proficiency; ability to learn WMS.
- Ability to read pick lists, UPCs/SKUs, and location labels with high attention to detail.
- Math and verification skills for counting, unit of measure conversions, and check-digit validation.
- Reliable attendance and ability to hit daily/weekly targets.
Preferred
- Experience with [Insert WMS name, e.g., Manhattan, SAP EWM, Blue Yonder, NetSuite WMS, Fishbowl].
- Voice-picking, batch picking, or zone picking experience.
- Material handling equipment (MHE) experience: pallet jacks, walkies; forklift certification a plus.
- Experience in [eCommerce / wholesale / B2B / cold chain / FDA-regulated] environments (customize as needed).
Physical & Work Environment Requirements
- Frequently lift, push, pull, and carry up to 50 lbs (team-lift above 50 lbs).
- Stand, walk, bend, and reach for 8–10 hours per shift.
- Work in varying temperatures: [Insert, e.g., 40–75°F for ambient/cooler; PPE provided].
- Use of RF scanners, label printers, and MHE (training provided).
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
Forklift Training, Turret Training (MIC), Walkie Stacker
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
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 accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to walk and sit. The employee is occasionally required to stand; twist; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, twist, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include distance vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes, or airborne particles, outside weather conditions, risk of electrical shock, and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.
The employee must operate fork truck approximately 90% of the day, recharge fork truck when necessary; drive the fork truck outside when necessary and drive the MAHLE box truck as needed.
OVERTIME
Employees must be able to work additional hours at the end of the shift, additional days during the payroll week, and weekends which can and will be in excess of forty (40) hours per payroll week. Working overtime is a condition of employment.
We offer:
- Starting pay up to $20.00 hr
- Shift premium of $1.00 per hour
- Clean climate-controlled environment
- Double time on Sundays if needed
- Immediate holiday pay - great holiday schedule
- Vacation pay
- 401(k) matching
- Benefits available at 30 days - medical, dental, vision, life, disability (MAHLE provides life and disability insurance at no cost to you).
- Paid training - no previous experience required
- Educational Reimbursement
- Company provides shirts, safety boots, and all required safety PPE
- Apply at careers.mahle.com or drop resume off at the MAHLE entrance
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Facts about the job
Entry level: Production workers / General labor
Part- / Full-time: Full Time
Functional area: Outbound Logistics
Department: BU3 Lifecycle and Mobility
Location:
Olive Branch, MS, US, 38654
Company: MAHLE Aftermarket (US) OB
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Your future at MAHLE
As a team player and someone who thinks ahead, you can deploy all your skills with us. In cooperation with colleagues from different countries and areas, you contribute in designing the mobility of the future. When selecting MAHLE, you choose trend-setting technologies and strategies. Are you interested in working with us and developing efficient and environmentally-friendly solutions, optimising existing products, and turning innovative ideas into reality? Then MAHLE is the right address for you.
Shape the future with us.
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