Material Handler - 1st Shift

Mordan Truck • Morgantown, PA

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The Material Handler supports production operations at Morgan Truck Body’s Morgantown, Pennsylvania facility by moving, organizing, and tracking materials throughout the warehouse and manufacturing floor. The role uses forklifts and straddle lifts to load and unload freight and trucks, supply the production line, and keep inventory accurate. It also involves working with JDE, following written orders and hazardous-material labels, maintaining a clean and safe work environment, and managing hazardous waste in accordance with regulations and company procedures.

The position is hands-on in a fast-paced manufacturing plant. The Material Handler may work independently with minimal supervision, help train new team members, support physical inventory counts and reconciliation, and participate in continuous-improvement initiatives such as 5S, Lean, and TPM. The role requires flexibility to work overtime when needed and involves extended standing and walking, lifting up to 35 pounds, repetitive hand tasks, bending, squatting, reaching overhead, occasional crawling, and climbing ladders or working at heights.

Requirements

• Forklift experience is required.
• Comfort using computers and ability to learn and use the JDE system.
• Ability to safely operate forklifts and straddle lifts while following safety standards.
• Ability to follow truck and trailer safety protocols.
• Ability to read and apply measurements using a tape measure.
• Ability to read and interpret work orders and instructions.
• Ability to perform roof coil and door rack change-outs and handle the listed products and materials carefully.
• Commitment to quality and a zero-defect mindset.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and remain accountable.
• Flexibility to work overtime when needed.
• Ability to participate in continuous-improvement initiatives.
• Ability to lift up to 35 pounds and perform the physical activities described for the role.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload freight, verifying that materials are checked in accurately.
• Record item numbers for unidentified materials to maintain accurate inventory.
• Use JDE to track inventory movements and support daily operations.
• Maintain an organized, clean, and hazard-free warehouse environment.
• Count, sort, and organize parts and materials.
• Load and unload trucks as needed to support production.
• Follow written orders, specifications, labels, and hazardous-material warnings.
• Assist with physical inventory counts and reconciliation.
• Help train and guide new team members on the floor.
• Manage hazardous waste according to regulations and company procedures.
• Follow company safety policies and support safety training for new team members.
• Safely operate forklifts and straddle lifts to move materials and organize the yard.
• Follow company truck and trailer safety protocols.
• Read and apply measurements using a tape measure, and interpret work orders and instructions.
• Perform roof coil and door rack change-outs.
• Handle customer units, flat-bed carry-outs, FRPs, and hazardous materials carefully.
• Maintain a zero-defect mindset and ensure units meet quality standards.
• Participate in Poindexter Production System continuous-improvement initiatives, including 5S, Lean, and TPM.

Benefits

• Competitive pay and a full benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Leadership development.
• Paid holidays and vacation time.
• Exclusive 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