Job Summary
The Material Handler is responsible for safely and efficiently moving, organizing, and staging materials to support production and warehouse operations. This role plays a critical part in ensuring the timely flow of raw materials, components, and finished goods throughout the facility while maintaining accuracy, cleanliness, and compliance with all safety standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Load, unload, and move materials within the warehouse, production floor, or storage areas.
- Operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and other material-handling equipment safely and efficiently.
- Accurately pick, stage, and deliver raw materials and components to production lines.
- Verify incoming and outgoing shipments against bills of lading, invoices, or work orders.
- Maintain accurate inventory records by scanning, labeling, and documenting all material movements.
- Keep work areas organized, clean, and compliant with safety and 5S standards.
- Report damaged materials, equipment malfunctions, or safety concerns to supervisor.
- Assist with cycle counts, inventory audits, and other warehouse-related activities as needed.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives within warehouse and production operations.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED required.
- Prior experience in material handling, warehouse, or manufacturing environment preferred.
- Ability to operate forklifts and other material-handling equipment (certification preferred or company will provide training).
- Strong attention to detail with the ability to follow instructions and maintain accuracy.
- Physically able to lift up to [X lbs., e.g., 50 lbs.] and stand/walk for long periods.
- Willingness to work overnight/3rd shift hours.
- Basic computer and scanner skills for inventory and recordkeeping.
Work Environment
- Fast-paced manufacturing or warehouse environment.
- Exposure to noise, forklifts, and varying temperatures.
- Required use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
