Material Handler - 1st Shift
About The Position
Morgan Truck Body is hiring a Material Handler in Ehrenberg, Arizona, for the first shift at a rate of $24.00 per hour. The role supports production by safely moving materials throughout the facility and keeping inventory, warehouse operations, and truck loading on track. Material Handlers operate forklifts and straddle lifts, work with inventory systems, and help maintain an organized, hazard-free warehouse. The position involves frequent physical activity in a fast-paced manufacturing plant, including standing, walking, lifting, and working at heights. Overtime may be required when needed. The employer offers a full benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance; a 401(k) with company match; tuition reimbursement; leadership development; paid holidays and vacation; and discounts on footwear, eyewear, and safety gear. The posting also mentions on-demand pay.
Requirements
- Forklift experience is required.
- Ability to use computers and learn the JDE system.
- Ability to safely operate forklifts and straddle lifts while following safety standards.
- Ability to follow truck and trailer 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.
- Ability to handle customer units, flat-bed carry-outs, FRPs, and hazardous materials.
- Commitment to quality and a zero-defect mindset.
- Flexibility to work the schedule, including overtime when needed.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and remain accountable.
- Ability to participate in continuous-improvement initiatives such as 5S, Lean, and TPM.
- Ability to lift up to 35 pounds and perform physical tasks including prolonged standing, walking, bending, squatting, overhead reaching, occasional crawling, repetitive hand tasks, and climbing ladders or working at heights.
- Ability to communicate and listen regularly in a safety-focused team environment.
Nice To Haves
- High school diploma or equivalent is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Load and unload freight and ensure it is checked in accurately.
- Record item numbers for unidentified materials.
- Use JDE to track inventory movements and support daily operations.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and hazard-free warehouse.
- Count, sort, and organize parts.
- 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.
- Manage hazardous waste in accordance with regulations and company procedures.
- Follow company safety policies and support safety training for new team members.
- Operate forklifts and straddle lifts to move materials throughout the facility.
- Follow 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.
- Work to a zero-defect quality standard.
- Participate in continuous-improvement initiatives, including 5S, Lean, and TPM.
Benefits
- Competitive pay of $24.00 per hour.
- Full benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
- 401(k) with company match.
- Tuition reimbursement.
- Leadership development.
- Paid holidays and vacation time.
- Discounts on footwear, eyewear, and safety gear.
- On-demand pay.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
