{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"b9eed6624259d0e6085838fb","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/b9eed6624259d0e6085838fb","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/b9eed6624259d0e6085838fb","title":"Material Handler","description":"Job Purpose\nA Material Handler supports production and/or specific areas of the facility by pulling document material, stocking, loading, and delivering to the proper workstation. The Material Handler must be capable of supporting all areas within the facility.\n\nReq ID\n11537BR\nCity\nWaskom\nState:\nTexas\nCompany Description\nProgress Rail stands at the intersection of legacy and innovation—driving the future of rail with a pioneering spirit. Since its founding in 1983, the company has grown to become one of the world’s largest and most trusted providers of railroad products, services, and technologies. Today, Progress Rail delivers a comprehensive portfolio of cost-effective solutions to railway customers around the globe. From the rails themselves to the EMD® locomotives that ride them, the company’s products are in operation across more than 100 countries—powering progress and connecting communities. In 2006, Progress Rail joined Caterpillar Inc., further strengthening its ability to lead the rail industry with cutting-edge technology, unmatched expertise, and a commitment to excellence. At Progress Rail, the team is not just building the future of rail—they are making history every day.\nKey Job Elements\nMinimum duties and responsibilities:\n\nReceive, identify, and unload materials/parts and store in inventory;\nFamiliarizes self with different work areas to assure prompt delivery and adequate supply of required items;\nIdentifies, draws from inventory, and transports material and parts to and from assembly areas, machines, loading docks and other areas;\nAbility to clearly communicate and document the processing of incoming and outgoing;\nOperate industrial forklift, pallet jack, mobile equipment and/or overhead cranes to perform material handling assignments;\nMust be able to deliver urgent items to the production floor consistently, accurately, and safely;\nAble to clearly communicate the tracking of incoming parts and relay this to management quickly, consistently, and accurately;\nFollow verbal or written work instructions, standards and or QWI’s consistently, accurately, and safely.\n\nAdvanced duties and responsibilities:\n\nAbility to read, count and understand various inventory codes;\nDemonstrate the ability to train other employees on safe and efficient operation;\nInspect and complete reports related to safe operation and maintenance of material handling equipment.\n\nEducation / Training\nSkill Level II – 2-5 years of experience, GED, or vocational / technical training, and / or Technical Certification.\n\nQualifications and Experience\nBasic PC knowledge for data entry;\nBasic mathematical skills and proficiency in reading a tape measure;\nSelf-starter, work with little or no supervision, work in a fast-paced environment, adjust to quick changing requirements and prioritize consistently, accurately, and safely;\nForklift, pallet jack, mobile equipment, dollies and/or crane experience;\nProblem solving ability and ability to apply reasoning and common sense for appropriate resolutions.\n\nEssential and Physical Activities Functions:\n\nStrength – Must be able to lift and carry up to 50lbs, push and pull up to 75lb;\nMotion – Constant walking Frequent and sustained bending, crouching, stopping, kneeing, squatting and overhead reaching and climbing ladders;\nVision/Hearing Requirements – Must be able to follow written and verbal instructions and hear audible alarms;\nWork Environment – Works on varied surfaces, concrete floors, and gravel, rail car and locomotive floors. Works at varied heights from floor level to tops of locomotives. Work in confined spaces. Non-temperature control environment, all weather conditions with high noise and high dust levels;\nEmotional Demands – Due to the working environment, noise, dust, personal protective equipment, employee must be comfortable working alone;\nSafety – Safety Sensitive positions because it works in and around active tracks, rail cars, locomotives, and other moving equipment. Employee must abide by all safety protocols, health/medical screenings and utilize all required PPE. Included but not limited to metatarsal boots, safety glasses, gloves, respirators, aprons, ear protection, etc.\n\nBenefits\nCompensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance, and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Progress Rail.**\nCompetitive Salary\n401(k) plan with up to 6% company match (no waiting period with immediate vesting)\nMedical/Dental/Vision/Life/Disability Insurance\nSupplemental Accident, Critical Care, and Hospital Insurance available along with an HDHP and HSA with seed money\nFlexible Spending Accounts\nPaid Vacation\nPaid Holidays\nPaid Time-Off (PTO)\nEmployee Assistance Plan\nEducation Assistance Program\nEmployee Recognition Programs\nSite specific Production and Incentive Plans\nSite specific Step and Skill Level Wage Adjustment Plans\nSite Specific Relocation and Sign-on Bonus Programs\n\nBenefits eligibility varies by job position, full-time/part-time and regular/temporary status. The provisions of the plan documents control such benefits.\n\n**Subject to position, eligibility, and plan guidelines.\nEEO\nProgress Rail is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.\n\nJob Category\nProduction - Hourly\nPRS Facility Location\nWaskom, TX Parts Reclamation - 046","company":"Progress Rail","rawCompany":"progress rail","city":"Waskom","state":"TX","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-04-14T10:46:33.519Z","occupations":[{"code":"53-7062.00","title":"Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand","slug":"laborers-and-freight-stock-and-material-movers-hand"},{"code":"53-7199.00","title":"Material Moving Workers, All Other","slug":"material-moving-workers-all-other"},{"code":"43-5071.00","title":"Shipping, Receiving, and Inventory Clerks","slug":"shipping-receiving-and-inventory-clerks"}],"industries":[{"code":"488210","title":"Support Activities for Rail Transportation","slug":"support-activities-for-rail-transportation"},{"code":"493110","title":"General Warehousing and Storage","slug":"general-warehousing-and-storage"},{"code":"336510","title":"Railroad Rolling Stock Manufacturing","slug":"railroad-rolling-stock-manufacturing"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Material Handler","description":"Job Purpose\nA Material Handler supports production and/or specific areas of the facility by pulling document material, stocking, loading, and delivering to the proper workstation. The Material Handler must be capable of supporting all areas within the facility.\n\nReq ID\n11537BR\nCity\nWaskom\nState:\nTexas\nCompany Description\nProgress Rail stands at the intersection of legacy and innovation—driving the future of rail with a pioneering spirit. Since its founding in 1983, the company has grown to become one of the world’s largest and most trusted providers of railroad products, services, and technologies. Today, Progress Rail delivers a comprehensive portfolio of cost-effective solutions to railway customers around the globe. From the rails themselves to the EMD® locomotives that ride them, the company’s products are in operation across more than 100 countries—powering progress and connecting communities. In 2006, Progress Rail joined Caterpillar Inc., further strengthening its ability to lead the rail industry with cutting-edge technology, unmatched expertise, and a commitment to excellence. At Progress Rail, the team is not just building the future of rail—they are making history every day.\nKey Job Elements\nMinimum duties and responsibilities:\n\nReceive, identify, and unload materials/parts and store in inventory;\nFamiliarizes self with different work areas to assure prompt delivery and adequate supply of required items;\nIdentifies, draws from inventory, and transports material and parts to and from assembly areas, machines, loading docks and other areas;\nAbility to clearly communicate and document the processing of incoming and outgoing;\nOperate industrial forklift, pallet jack, mobile equipment and/or overhead cranes to perform material handling assignments;\nMust be able to deliver urgent items to the production floor consistently, accurately, and safely;\nAble to clearly communicate the tracking of incoming parts and relay this to management quickly, consistently, and accurately;\nFollow verbal or written work instructions, standards and or QWI’s consistently, accurately, and safely.\n\nAdvanced duties and responsibilities:\n\nAbility to read, count and understand various inventory codes;\nDemonstrate the ability to train other employees on safe and efficient operation;\nInspect and complete reports related to safe operation and maintenance of material handling equipment.\n\nEducation / Training\nSkill Level II – 2-5 years of experience, GED, or vocational / technical training, and / or Technical Certification.\n\nQualifications and Experience\nBasic PC knowledge for data entry;\nBasic mathematical skills and proficiency in reading a tape measure;\nSelf-starter, work with little or no supervision, work in a fast-paced environment, adjust to quick changing requirements and prioritize consistently, accurately, and safely;\nForklift, pallet jack, mobile equipment, dollies and/or crane experience;\nProblem solving ability and ability to apply reasoning and common sense for appropriate resolutions.\n\nEssential and Physical Activities Functions:\n\nStrength – Must be able to lift and carry up to 50lbs, push and pull up to 75lb;\nMotion – Constant walking Frequent and sustained bending, crouching, stopping, kneeing, squatting and overhead reaching and climbing ladders;\nVision/Hearing Requirements – Must be able to follow written and verbal instructions and hear audible alarms;\nWork Environment – Works on varied surfaces, concrete floors, and gravel, rail car and locomotive floors. 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Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Progress Rail.**\nCompetitive Salary\n401(k) plan with up to 6% company match (no waiting period with immediate vesting)\nMedical/Dental/Vision/Life/Disability Insurance\nSupplemental Accident, Critical Care, and Hospital Insurance available along with an HDHP and HSA with seed money\nFlexible Spending Accounts\nPaid Vacation\nPaid Holidays\nPaid Time-Off (PTO)\nEmployee Assistance Plan\nEducation Assistance Program\nEmployee Recognition Programs\nSite specific Production and Incentive Plans\nSite specific Step and Skill Level Wage Adjustment Plans\nSite Specific Relocation and Sign-on Bonus Programs\n\nBenefits eligibility varies by job position, full-time/part-time and regular/temporary status. 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