Material Handler - 1st Shift

JB Poindexter & Co • Morgantown, PA

6d • Onsite

About The Position

The Material Handler supports manufacturing production by safely operating forklifts and straddle lifts to move materials, keep production lines stocked, and support warehouse and truck operations. The role includes loading and unloading freight and trucks, accurately checking incoming materials, recording unidentified material item numbers, and using the JDE system to track inventory movements. The Material Handler counts, sorts, organizes, and helps reconcile inventory; follows written orders, specifications, product labels, and hazardous-material warnings; and manages hazardous waste according to regulations and company procedures. The position also involves maintaining an organized, hazard-free warehouse, supporting safety training and onboarding of team members, and participating in continuous-improvement initiatives. Work takes place in a fast-paced manufacturing plant and requires flexibility to work overtime when needed.

Requirements

• Forklift experience is required.
• Ability to safely operate forklifts and straddle lifts while following safety standards.
• Comfort using computers and ability to learn and use the JDE system.
• Ability to read and apply measurements using a tape measure.
• Ability to read and interpret work orders and instructions.
• Ability to follow truck and trailer safety protocols.
• Ability to handle products including customer units, flat-bed carry-outs, FRPs, and hazardous materials.
• Commitment to quality and a zero-defect mindset.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Willingness to work overtime when needed.
• Ability to participate in continuous-improvement initiatives such as 5S, Lean, and TPM.
• Ability to lift up to 35 pounds and perform the physical activities described for the role.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts and straddle lifts safely to move materials throughout the facility.
• Load and unload freight and trucks, and accurately verify incoming materials.
• Record item numbers for unidentified materials and use JDE to track inventory movements.
• Count, sort, organize, and help reconcile inventory, including physical inventory counts.
• Maintain an organized, clean, and hazard-free warehouse environment.
• Follow written orders, specifications, labels, and hazardous-material warnings.
• Manage hazardous waste in accordance with regulations and company procedures.
• Help train and guide new team members and support safety training.
• Follow company safety policies and truck and trailer protocols, contributing to a safety-first culture.
• Perform roof coil and door rack change-outs and handle customer units, flat-bed carry-outs, FRPs, and hazardous materials.
• Participate in continuous-improvement initiatives, including 5S, Lean, and TPM.
• Meet quality expectations with a zero-defect mindset.
• Work independently with minimal supervision and remain flexible to work overtime when needed.

Benefits

• Competitive pay and full benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and life coverage.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Leadership development.
• Paid holidays and vacation time.
• Discounts on footwear, eyewear, and safety gear.
• On-demand pay.

What This Job Offers

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