Material Handler | Day Shift
About The Position
BestLogic Staffing is recruiting a Material Handler on behalf of a manufacturing client in Branford, Connecticut. The role supports warehouse and production operations by receiving, storing, staging, and shipping materials while maintaining accurate inventory records and safe, organized work areas. The successful candidate is dependable, safety-conscious, and comfortable working independently and as part of a team. The position involves working in warehouse and manufacturing areas with varying temperatures. Work includes standing, walking, reaching, bending, stooping, handling materials, and using stairs. The employee must be able to lift and move up to 50 pounds independently; heavier materials require mechanical equipment or assistance. Overtime and weekend availability may be required to support a facility operating 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent; other combinations of education and relevant experience will be considered.
- Valid driver's license and ability to operate company vehicles, including pickup and box trucks.
- Basic math, computer, and data entry skills.
- Ability to learn inventory and warehouse management systems.
- Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English sufficiently to follow written and verbal work and safety instructions.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to inventory accuracy.
- Ability to work independently and collaborate with a team.
- Authorization to work in the United States.
- Ability to perform essential job functions, with or without reasonable accommodation.
- Manual dexterity to operate hand tools, inspection equipment, and packaging materials.
- Ability to safely operate required material handling equipment and vehicles.
- Visual ability sufficient to inspect materials and safely operate equipment.
- Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds independently; heavier materials require mechanical equipment or assistance.
- Availability for overtime and weekends may be required.
Nice To Haves
- Warehouse, distribution, or manufacturing experience.
- Previous experience operating forklifts and other material handling equipment.
- Familiarity with material handling equipment and inventory scanning devices.
Responsibilities
- Load and unload trucks using appropriate material handling equipment.
- Safely operate forklifts, pallet jacks, turret trucks, and company vehicles, including box trucks, as trained and authorized.
- Receive, label, and store incoming raw materials in designated locations.
- Accurately record inventory receipts, transfers, and material movements.
- Move raw materials to production staging areas to support manufacturing schedules.
- Pick, prepare, and load finished goods for customer shipments.
- Prepare scrap film and raw materials for shipment to suppliers for reprocessing or blending.
- Promptly report inventory discrepancies, damaged goods, losses, and missing materials.
- Maintain clean and organized warehouse and production areas, including removing trash, collecting scrap, and breaking down cardboard.
- Inspect equipment before use and report safety concerns or equipment issues.
- Follow company policies, quality management procedures, work instructions, and health and safety requirements.
- Communicate effectively with supervisors, production teams, and coworkers.
- Perform additional related duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
