Material Handler I

Dover Corporation • Conyers, GA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The primary responsibility of this entry-level role is to support warehouse operations by receiving materials, putting them away in the correct locations, and picking items as needed. This position helps keep materials moving smoothly between the warehouse and production areas to ensure workstations remain stocked and production can continue without interruption.

Requirements

• Basic reading and writing skills.
• Ability to understand and follow written job instructions.
• Basic computer skills for logging transactions on a tablet or PC.
• Ability to safely operate common material‑handling equipment (training provided if needed).
• High school diploma or GED.
• Ability to obtain certification to operate material‑handling equipment (such as forklifts, pallet jacks, or tuggers).

Nice To Haves

• Three to six months of related experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Receive incoming materials, unload trucks, and open containers.
• Verify, label, and log incoming and outgoing goods using basic computer or tablet tools.
• Stock shelves and put materials away in assigned locations.
• Pick materials for orders, work orders, or production requests.
• Move materials throughout the facility using approved material‑handling equipment (e.g., pallet jacks, forklifts, reach trucks, tuggers) or by hand.
• Follow FIFO (First In, First Out) procedures for material rotation.
• Assist with inventory counts and report material shortages when needed.
• Maintain clean, organized work areas in line with 5S and Lean practices.
• Safely lift items up to 30 lbs.
• Perform other warehouse tasks as assigned.

Benefits

• 401(k) savings plan with employer contributions
• medical, dental and vision insurance
• wellness programs
• health savings account
• health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• company paid short-term disability
• company paid long-term disability
• company paid employee basic life and AD&D insurance
• supplemental employee and dependent life insurance
• optional accident, hospital indemnity and critical illness insurance
• adoption, surrogacy, and fertility benefits and assistance
• commuter benefits
• parental, military, jury duty, and bereavement leaves of absence
• paid time off
• business travel services
• employee discounts
• employee assistance program that includes company paid counseling sessions and legal services

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED