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Material Handler

Kelly Services

Fairview, NC 28730 • 9/15/2026

General , Transportation , Warehouse

Job Description

Job Description
Material Handler – 1st Shift

Pay:$17.61 per hour
Schedule:Monday–Friday, 7:00 a.m.–3:30 p.m.
Employment Type:Full-time

Join Our Production Team

We are looking for a reliable and safety-focusedMaterial Handlerto support our production, shipping, and receiving operations. The ideal candidate is comfortable working in a fast-paced environment, following established procedures, handling materials safely, and helping ensure that production has the supplies it needs.

This is a great opportunity for someone who is dependable, organized, willing to learn, and interested in building a career in manufacturing or warehouse operations.

Key Responsibilities
  • Review material needs at the beginning of each shift and request materials for the production area.
  • Transport raw materials, components, packaging supplies, finished goods, and scrap to and from the production floor.
  • Prepare outgoing materials by scanning, labeling, wrapping, and packaging shipments.
  • Unpack and inspect incoming goods against purchase orders or invoices.
  • Maintain accurate records of received materials.
  • Identify and report damaged, incorrect, or unsatisfactory items.
  • Complete shipping paperwork, including intercompany bills of lading.
  • Operate a forklift or pallet jack when needed.
  • Lift, move, and organize heavy materials safely.
  • Record weights and shipping charges as required.
  • Follow company procedures, work instructions, and safety requirements.
  • Perform routine material-handling tasks accurately and efficiently.
What We’re Looking For
  • Reliable attendance and a strong work ethic.
  • Ability to follow instructions and established procedures.
  • Ability to safely lift and move heavy materials.
  • Comfortable working in a production, warehouse, or manufacturing environment.
  • Basic organizational and recordkeeping skills.
  • Willingness to learn company processes and procedures.
  • Forklift or pallet jack experience is a plus.
  • Previous manufacturing, warehouse, shipping, or receiving experience is preferred but not required.
Why Apply?
  • Consistent Monday–Friday schedule
  • First-shift hours
  • Competitive starting pay of$17.61 per hour
  • Opportunity to gain valuable manufacturing and material-handling experience
  • Structured work environment with training provided

Apply today to become an important part of our production and logistics team!



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