Materials Handler - 1st Shift

Lund International•Lawrenceville, GA

About The Position

The Materials Handler performs tasks associated with RealTruck’s material handling process, including receiving materials, stocking, and inventory control, primarily using powered industrial trucks. The role loads and unloads materials, moves products to and from points of use, manages Kanban racks, handles returned products, and maintains accurate inventory in the warehouse management system (WMS). The position also supports training, workplace cleanliness and safety, and communication across departments. It is an individual-contributor role with no management responsibilities. The listed shift is 2nd shift, 3:30 p.m. to 2:00 a.m., Monday through Thursday. Overtime days may be Friday and Saturday as needed. The work involves heavy physical demands and exposure to indoor and outdoor conditions, including heat, noise, vibration, and production-environment hazards.

Requirements

6–12 months of related experience and/or training required.
Valid driver’s license required.
Skill in operating powered industrial trucks, a pallet jack, and a tape gun.
Ability to follow detailed but straightforward written or oral instructions and address problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.
Ability to read and interpret safety rules, work instructions, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Ability to count and perform basic math.
Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
Ability to meet physical demands involving exertion of up to 100 pounds occasionally, up to 50 pounds frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds constantly.
Ability to perform physical activities including climbing, balancing, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, talking, and hearing.
Visual acuity to operate motor vehicles or heavy equipment and assess work accuracy and conditions.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED preferred.
2–5 years of related experience and/or training preferred.
Previous forklift experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Load and unload raw materials from trailers and verify accuracy against purchase orders and packing slips in the WMS.
Receive material deliveries, verify items and quantities against purchase orders, and obtain the required paperwork.
Move materials efficiently to and from points of use while maintaining product quality.
Accurately take away or replace Kanban racks and empty racks.
Ensure products are labeled with part number, name, and quantity, and rotate stock as needed.
Receive returned products, verify warranty status, update the WMS, and prepare products for disposal or return to stock.
Maintain accurate inventory, conduct cycle counts, transfer products in the WMS, and investigate and resolve variances.
Train other employees and maintain a clean and safe workspace; perform other duties as assigned.
Operate a company vehicle in accordance with established traffic and transportation procedures and laws.
Communicate effectively with departments, supervisors, and leads.
Follow safety and security procedures, report potentially unsafe conditions, and use equipment and materials properly.
Work effectively as part of a team, respond to feedback, and complete work accurately and productively.