Senior Material Handler - 1st Shift

Epredia•Kalamazoo, MI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Epredia is seeking a Senior Material Handler for their 1st Shift operations in Kalamazoo, MI. This role is crucial for supporting both Manufacturing and Distribution activities by ensuring materials are handled with the highest quality, safety, and efficiency, adhering to established procedures. The ideal candidate will have a growth mindset, a passion for customer service, and a commitment to continuous learning and innovation. The working hours for this on-site position are 7 AM - 3:30 PM.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required.
1–2 years of experience performing warehouse, distribution, or material handling activities such as receiving, inventory movement, order picking, packing, shipping, or operating material handling equipment required.
Experience operating Powered Industrial Vehicle (PIV) equipment in warehouse, manufacturing, or distribution environments required.

Nice To Haves

Experience handling or shipping hazardous materials in accordance with applicable safety regulations preferred.

Responsibilities

Use warehouse systems, handheld devices, and printers to support inventory movement and maintain order picking accuracy.
Manage inventory through the order pick and pack process, ensuring accurate material movement and documentation.
Pick customer orders and receive, transfer, consolidate, and store inventory in designated warehouse locations.
Prepare, organize, and ship customer orders in accordance with shipping schedules and customer requirements.
Create shipments and apply labeling for hazardous and non-hazardous materials in accordance with regulatory requirements.
Complete required regulatory training, including 49 CFR, IATA, and IMDG, as applicable.
Load and unload incoming and outgoing freight.
Operate powered industrial vehicles (PIV), including order selectors, Bendi forklifts, reach trucks, and powered pallet jacks.
Operate warehouse equipment in accordance with safety procedures and company guidelines.
Maintain warehouse organization and cleanliness in accordance with daily 5S standards.
Support physical inventory counts and cycle counting activities.
Collaborate with warehouse, Quality, and Manufacturing teams to support operational workflows.
Identify operational issues and escalate them to supervisors or appropriate teams as needed.
Prepare shipping documentation including bills of lading, packing lists, and product labels.
Print and apply labels for pallets, freight, and packages in accordance with customer and regulatory requirements.
Coordinate or schedule freight pickups with carriers as required.
Perform additional warehouse and distribution duties as assigned.