Materials Handler

At Daktronics, you'll be part of something extraordinary. We design, engineer, manufacture, and support bold, eye-catching digital LED display technology and audio systems that captivate audiences worldwide. Our products bring excitement to professional, college, and high school games, attract customers for businesses globally, and provide direction for people as they travel, work, and play.

Why Choose Daktronics?

• Innovative Products: Create cutting-edge digital displays seen globally.
• Stable Schedule: Enjoy a consistent work schedule with no rotating shifts.
• Clean Environment: Work in a clean, safe, organized, and well-lit environment.
• Team Atmosphere: Join a supportive and collaborative team.
• Variety and Growth: Engage in diverse tasks with opportunities for learning and development.
• Competitive Compensation: Benefit from competitive pay and meaningful benefits.
  

When will I work?

The primary work hours for this position are either:

• Monday-Thursday from 6:00am-4:30pm.
• Tuesday-Friday from 6:00am-4:30pm.

Where is this opportunity located?

Position located in Redwood Falls, Minnesota in our Materials/Logistics department.

What will the work look like for me?

• Transport, unload, and store inventory parts. 
• Receive and unload shipments from vendors. 
• Put material away in designated inventory locations using hierarchy and FIFO. 
• Move material as needed by driving route truck. 
• Prepare and deliver material to production. 
• Complete inventory transactions accurately as needed. 
• Assist in other duties as assigned by the Inventory supervisor and crew leader. 
• Must be able to work independently and with minimal supervision. 
• Must be able to follow instructions. 
• Must maintain an acceptable attendance record and work additional hours when workload justifies. 
• Become knowledgeable of company policies and procedures. 
• Perform other duties as assigned and needed to meet customer and department expectations. 
• Effectively exercise discretion and independent judgment. 
• Safely and responsibly use tools and safe lifting practices. 
• Consistently complete quality work in a timely manner including repetitive tasks. Quickly learn new tasks and accurately perform these tasks as assigned. 
• Work effectively as a team member; help when and where needed, make suggestions for process and product improvement, and communicate effectively with team members.  
• Must be flexible and have the ability to work in all other areas of the factory including Inventory as well as manufacturing. 

What are the pay and perks?

The typical hiring range for this position is $19.00 to $19.75 per hour based on the location of Redwood Falls, MN. This includes both base pay and an applicable skill and/or shift increment.  The actual offer will consider a wide range of factors, including relevant education, experiences, location, and applicable local legislation.  

Information about Daktronics benefits can be found on our website Career Opportunities (https://www.daktronics.com/en-us/employment/careers). This information is intended to be a general overview and may be modified by Daktronics at any time. 

To be considered for Materials Handler, we require the following:

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Required to work overtime when overtime shifts are scheduled.
• Regularly and reliably work the scheduled hours.
• Good communication skills.
• Ability to learn quickly and successfully participate as a member of a team.
• Ability to work with minimum supervision.
• Wear all proper protective equipment as required in work area in accordance with Daktronics Safety Policy and OSHA standards. Items may include safety glasses, safety shoes/boots, hearing protection, and electrostatic discharge wear. You will be provided the PPE for the required areas.
• Physical requirements include the ability to:
  • Work in an environment with these types of smells: paint, solvent, and solder.
  • Frequently lift 35 lbs. Occasionally to frequently lift 45 lbs., in some work areas.
  • Stand for the full shift with planned breaks. The duration of standing between breaks varies from 2-3 ½ hours depending on work area.
  • Work from heights, including working from ladders and platforms.
  • Reach in all directions (up, down, side-to-side, and diagonal reaching), including some awkward reaching to insert components in difficult to reach sections of the product.
  • Maintain steady hand/eye coordination.
  • Identify wire and paint colors.
  • Read fine print.
• Fluent in English, written and verbal.
• Applicants must be 18 years of age or older.
• Daktronics does not sponsor, renew, or extend immigration visas for this position.

Desired traits

• Forklift driving experience preferred. Daktronics will provide forklift training upon hire. Must be able to maintain appropriate forklift certification after completion of training. 
• Overhead crane experience preferred.  

Ready to make an impact? Be part of a company that values your contributions and offers a dynamic and rewarding work environment. Learn more about Daktronics and take the next step in your manufacturing career with us!

Daktronics is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.