Job Description
Job Title:  Material Handler
Req ID:  48755
Job Location (Short):  Van Wert, OH, USA
Employment Type:  Full Time
Segment:  Danfoss Power Solutions Segment
Job Category:  Supply Chain and Operations
Work Location Type:  On-site

The Impact You'll Make

As a Material Handler at Danfoss, you play a vital role in ensuring our manufacturing operations run smoothly. Your efforts guarantee that every production line receives the correct parts promptly, enabling our teams to produce the high-quality components trusted by customers worldwide.
Your precision and attention to detail help sustain product flow, minimize downtime, and promote a safe, efficient, and well-organized work environment. By performing your duties effectively, you contribute directly to our delivery performance and uphold the reliability that defines Danfoss solutions.
Starting Pay: $17.00–$17.50/ hr. $1.50 shift premiums for 2nd & 3rd shift + sign-on bonus up to $2500. 

The areas we actively hiring Material Handlers are in: Distribution.

•2nd Shift: Monday – Friday | 2:45 PM – 10:45 PM
•3rd Shift: Monday – Friday | 10:45 PM – 6:45 AM
•4th Shift: Friday – Sunday | 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM Work 36 hours but get paid for 40.

What You’ll Be Doing

  • Provide materials and components to production lines to enable teams to achieve daily manufacturing goals.
  • Receive, stock, retrieve, and stage parts to ensure inventory accuracy and organization.
  • Utilize handheld RF scanners to locate, track, and confirm part numbers and quantities.
  • Package, label, and prepare materials for internal production and outbound shipments.
  • Keep work areas clean and organized to promote safety and efficient material flow.

 

What We're Looking For

 

  • Must hold a high school diploma or equivalent.
  • Ability to accurately interpret shop orders, part numbers, and fundamental instructions.
  • Willingness to utilize or learn to utilize RF scanners and inventory management systems. Strong attention to detail and commitment to upholding safety standards.
  • Ability to frequently lift up to 50 lbs. and stand for extended periods.
  • Proficiency in both spoken and written English is essential. Candidates must possess legal authorization to work in the U.S. without requiring sponsorship.

 

What You'll Get from Us

At Danfoss, you’ll join a team that values your contribution and supports your growth.
In addition to hands-on learning, career development, and a people-first culture, you’ll receive:

  • 3 weeks of accrued PTO plus paid holiday shutdown at Christmas
  • Medical and dental insurance starting day one
  • 401(k) with 6% company match
  • 3% annual short‑term incentive (bonus)
  • Up to $1,500 in employee referral bonuses
  • $1.50/hour shift premium for 2nd & 3rd shift:
  • Sign‑on bonus up to $2,500, based on shift and experience
  • Development opportunities within a supportive, safety‑focused team environment.

Ready to Make a Difference?

 

If this role excites you, we’d love to hear from you! Apply now to start the conversation and learn more about where your career can go with us.

 


 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected category.

Information at a Glance

 

Danfoss engineers solutions that increase machine productivity, reduce emissions, lower energy consumption, and enable electrification.

Our solutions are used in such areas as refrigeration, air conditioning, heating, power conversion, motor control, industrial machinery, automotive, marine, and off- and on-highway equipment. We also provide solutions for renewable energy, such as solar and wind power, as well as district-energy infrastructure for cities.

Our innovative engineering dates back to 1933. Danfoss is family-owned, employing more than 39.000 people, serving customers in more than 100 countries through a global footprint of 95 factories.

 

Danfoss engineers solutions that increase machine productivity, reduce emissions, lower energy consumption, and enable electrification.

Our solutions are used in such areas as refrigeration, air conditioning, heating, power conversion, motor control, industrial machinery, automotive, marine, and off- and on-highway equipment. We also provide solutions for renewable energy, such as solar and wind power, as well as district-energy infrastructure for cities.

Our innovative engineering dates back to 1933. Danfoss is family-owned, employing more than 39.360 people, serving customers in more than 100 countries through a global footprint of 95 factories.