Material Handler Lead

Ameron Pole Products•Tulsa, OK

About The Position

The Material Handler Lead manages inventory and materials in a heavy manufacturing or industrial warehouse environment. The role includes inventory control, cycle counting, shipping and receiving, inspection of incoming goods, warehouse organization, and operation of material-handling equipment. The lead also helps train and guide coworkers, supports workplace safety initiatives, and maintains clean and organized work areas.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least 2 years of experience with inventory MRP systems, Excel, Word, and email.
At least 2 years of relevant experience in a heavy manufacturing or industrial warehouse environment.
At least 2 years of inventory control and cycle-counting experience.
Ability to read, or learn to read, blueprints and fabrication drawings and verify dimensional requirements.
Basic math skills, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division, for material calculations.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with strong dependability and attendance.
Ability to lift less than 50 pounds and maintain a high level of physical activity for prolonged periods while working primarily standing.
Forklift experience is required.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail.

Nice To Haves

Experience operating forklifts, overhead cranes, and other mobile or heavy equipment is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Control inventory, conduct cycle counts, and manage materials.
Perform shipping and receiving duties, including preparing documentation and bills of lading.
Perform visual quality checks and verify incoming shipments against invoices and orders, including checking that goods are in acceptable condition.
Verify quantities of incoming and outgoing packages and pieces.
Operate and monitor forklifts, powered hand tools, overhead cranes, and other equipment as applicable.
Perform manual labor, including lifting, pulling, carrying, sweeping, cleaning, and moving materials.
Inform management and supervisors of product shortages.
Organize, box, and store inventory in designated warehouse locations.
Maintain clean, safe, and organized work areas, including outside material storage areas and yards, and production floors.
Participate in daily safety meetings and safety committees or initiatives.
Train, guide, and assist coworkers as needed.
Manage physical and cycle inventory counts, track supplies, and submit requests when needed.
Read and interpret fabrication drawings, production manuals, and work instructions.
Follow company principles, safety rules, and regulatory standards.
Work overtime as needed.
Perform other duties as required or assigned.