Material Handler
About The Position
A well-established manufacturer of heavy-duty infrastructure equipment is seeking a Material Handler to support production and shipping operations. This hands-on role is critical to keeping materials moving efficiently through the shop and ensuring on-time delivery of high-quality products used in municipal, industrial, and flood-control applications. Position Overview: The Material Handler supports assembly and shipping operations by accurately receiving, moving, staging, and loading materials. This role works closely with shop-floor personnel and leadership to ensure inventory is organized, accessible, and aligned with production schedules.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred
- Prior experience in material handling, warehouse operations, or manufacturing preferred
- Forklift operation experience required
- Ability to read packing lists, work orders, and basic documentation
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Basic computer skills
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and perform physical tasks throughout the shift
- Comfortable working in varying indoor and outdoor conditions
- Commitment to workplace safety and required PPE
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Responsibilities
- Safely operate forklifts and pallet jacks to move raw materials and finished products
- Load and unload trucks, trailers, and freight containers
- Receive incoming materials and route them to appropriate staging or storage areas
- Verify quantities, part descriptions, and condition of materials against packing slips and work orders
- Stage materials to support assembly, fabrication, and offsite processing
- Load outbound shipments onto common carrier vehicles
- Assist with investigating and resolving inventory discrepancies, damaged goods, and returns
- Maintain organized, clean, and safe work areas
- Support special projects and additional tasks as assigned by supervisors
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
1-10 employees
