Material Handler

Forward Air•Kansas City, MO

2h•Onsite

About The Position

The Material Handler is responsible for executing day-to-day warehouse tasks to support safe, efficient, and accurate inbound, outbound, inventory, and fulfillment activities. This role works as part of the Contract Logistics warehouse team to ensure product is received, stored, handled, and shipped in accordance with operational standards. The Material Handler plays a key role in maintaining productivity, quality, and safety while supporting overall customer satisfaction and operational excellence.

Requirements

High School Diploma or General Education Development (GED)/equivalent required.
Ability to work in a fast-paced operational environment with attention to detail and accuracy.
Basic understanding of warehouse processes including receiving, picking, packing, and shipping.
Ability to follow instructions, work independently, and as part of a team.
Strong commitment to safety and adherence to safe work practices.
Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written).
Ability to maintain regular and predictable attendance.
Vision, hearing, and verbal communication skills sufficient to work safely in a noisy dock environment.

Nice To Haves

1+ year of warehouse, distribution, or material handling experience preferred.
Experience using Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) or RF scanning devices preferred.
Ability to safely operate material handling equipment (MHE) such as pallet jacks, dollies, hand trucks, order pickers, pallet riders, conveyors, dock plates, dock levelers, sit-down/stand-up forklifts and reach trucks (with company-assisted certification/training), and/or other specialized MHE as required by the site.

Responsibilities

Perform daily warehouse activities including receiving, put-away, storage, picking, packing, and shipping.
Load and unload freight safely and efficiently, ensuring accuracy of shipments and documentation.
Accurately pick and stage orders to meet customer requirements and service levels.
Operate warehouse equipment (e.g., forklifts, pallet jacks) in a safe and compliant manner, as required.
Ensure materials are properly labeled, handled, and stored according to company standards.
Maintain inventory accuracy through proper scanning, counting, and system updates.
Assist with cycle counts, physical inventories, and inventory reconciliation activities.
Identify and report discrepancies, damages, or operational issues to leadership.
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
Comply with all safety, environmental, and operational policies and procedures.
Support continuous improvement efforts by identifying process improvement opportunities.
Collaborate with team members and supervisors to meet daily productivity and quality goals.
Respond to changing priorities and workload demands as needed.
All other duties as assigned to meet evolving business needs.