Material Handler - 1st Shift

Morgan Corporation

1d•Onsite

About The Position

As a Material Handler, you're the driving force behind the scenes-safely operating forklifts and straddle lifts to move big materials and keep everything running like clockwork. You'll navigate the floor with purpose, keeping the line stocked, the team moving, and the trucks rolling. Ready to take the wheel and make an impact every shift? Let's move! With over 70 years leading the truck body industry, Morgan Truck Body is where innovation meets tradition. From electric vehicles to custom refrigerated units, we build it all - and we do it with passion and precision. At Morgan Truck Body, part of the J.B. Poindexter & Co. family, we're committed to building a workplace where everyone feels respected, supported, and empowered to succeed.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent preferred
Comfortable using computers
Forklift experience is a must!
Safely operate forklifts and straddle lifts throughout our facility, always following top safety standards
Champion safety by strictly adhering to all truck and trailer protocols across the company
Confidently read and apply measurements with a tape measure
Translate work orders into action by reading and interpreting instructions with ease
Learn quickly and master the JDE system to keep operations flowing smoothly
Handle important tasks like roof coil and door rack change-outs with confidence and care
Expertly manage all products from customer units and flat-bed carry-outs to FRPs and hazardous materials
Commit to quality with a zero-defect mindset, ensuring every unit meets our high standards
Stay flexible and ready to work the schedule-including overtime when needed-to keep the team moving
Thrive working independently with minimal supervision while staying accountable
Be a key player in continuous improvement by actively participating in Poindexter Production System initiatives like 5S, Lean, TPM, and more

Responsibilities

Take charge of the action-load and unload freight while ensuring everything checks in accurately
Own the details-log item numbers for unidentified materials to keep inventory on point
Use your tech skills-leverage JDE to track inventory moves and keep daily operations running smoothly
Keep it clean and safe-maintain a well-organized, hazard-free warehouse environment
Stay sharp-count, sort, and organize parts so everything is where it needs to be
Support the flow-load and unload trucks as needed to keep production moving
Read, react, and respond-follow written orders, specs, and labels, including hazardous material warnings
Get hands-on with inventory-assist in physical inventory counts and reconciliation
Be a mentor-help train and guide new team members on the floor
Handle with care-manage hazardous waste in line with regulations and company procedures
Lead with safety-follow company safety policies and help build a safety-first culture by supporting training for new team members