Material Handler

The Shyft Group•Lebanon, TN

About The Position

The Material Handler is responsible for managing and moving materials to support production operations in a timely and accurate manner. The role maintains inventory accuracy through stock transfers and cycle counts, plans and orders materials according to the operations schedule, and supplies point-of-use materials to help prevent production downtime. The Material Handler also identifies damaged or short materials, supports quality and safety initiatives, performs administrative tasks, and participates in physical inventory. The position is based in Nashville, Tennessee, and is a regular hourly, non-exempt employee role.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Familiarity with point-of-use material handling methods.
Ability to work with minimal supervision.
Commitment to a high standard of excellence.
Versatility, flexibility, and willingness to work enthusiastically amid changing priorities.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
Acute attention to detail.
Maintain a valid forklift/stand-up license.

Responsibilities

Maintain a valid forklift/stand-up license, complete daily fork truck maintenance logs, and properly maintain equipment.
Use ERP/MRP and barcode scanner systems, if applicable.
Maintain inventory record accuracy through accurate stock transfers and cycle counts.
Plan and order materials as required by the operations schedule.
Supply production and line-side point-of-use materials in a timely manner to prevent production downtime.
Identify damaged materials and follow the non-conforming materials scrap process.
Place materials in and retrieve them from boxes, skids, containers, and racking, keeping parts in their designated material home locations.
Transport materials to designated areas using appropriate tools and vehicles, including pallet jacks, forklifts, stand-up equipment, and/or pack mules.
Identify and communicate shortages of parts.
Assist operators as needed, including lifting heavy objects.
Participate in quality improvement efforts.
Support department alignment with corporate initiatives using the 5S methodology.
Help maintain safety standards in areas of responsibility.
Complete required administrative tasks and prepare required reports and communications.
Be willing to work overtime on short notice.
Prepare for and participate in physical inventory.