1st Shift Shipping and Receiving Material Handler

IFS Industries•Garland, TX

About The Position

The Shipping & Receiving Material Handler receives, stores, moves, and ships materials while maintaining inventory accuracy and following company safety, quality, housekeeping, and productivity standards. The role supports efficient warehouse operations through accurate inventory control, material movement, and timely shipment processing. The position works in a warehouse environment with regular exposure to moving machinery and powered industrial equipment, varying indoor and outdoor temperatures and weather conditions, and potential exposure to dust, chemicals, fumes, and other warehouse-related conditions. Personal protective equipment must be used as designated by company policy. The job requires frequent standing and walking, regular bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, reaching, and climbing, and frequently lifting, pushing, pulling, and moving materials weighing up to 50 pounds. Heavier items may require team lifting or mechanical assistance. The employer offers competitive compensation, a comprehensive benefits package, career growth and development opportunities, and a culture focused on safety, quality, teamwork, and continuous improvement. IFS Industries is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity in the workplace.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required.
Experience operating stand-up and sit-down forklifts safely and efficiently; previous experience required.
Experience with RF scanners required.
Commitment to workplace safety and compliance with PPE and safety requirements.
Strong organizational and time-management skills.
Effective verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and effectively in a team environment.
Proficiency using RF scanners and warehouse inventory systems.
Knowledge of inventory control processes, cycle counting, and material handling procedures.
Ability to prioritize work in a fast-paced environment.
Flexibility to work overtime as required.

Nice To Haves

One to three years of shipping and receiving or warehouse experience preferred.
Experience with inventory control and cycle counting preferred.
Forklift certification preferred, or ability to obtain certification upon hire.

Responsibilities

Receive inbound shipments and verify materials and quantities against packing slips, bills of lading, purchase orders, and other shipping documents.
Pick, stage, and prepare customer orders accurately and efficiently.
Maintain warehouse inventory accuracy through RF scanner usage, cycle counts, and physical inventories.
Inspect incoming and outgoing materials for damage and promptly communicate discrepancies.
Use RF scanning equipment to record inventory transactions accurately.
Operate stretch wrappers, banders, and other warehouse equipment as required.
Safely operate stand-up and sit-down forklifts to move, store, load, and unload materials.
Organize warehouse inventory and ensure materials are stored in designated locations.
Follow safety practices and immediately report unsafe conditions, incidents, or near misses.
Complete and submit shipping and receiving documentation in a timely manner.
Communicate urgent shipment issues to Logistics, Customer Service, and Warehouse personnel.
Coordinate with designated personnel to ensure shipments are scheduled and processed appropriately.
Maintain a clean and organized work area in accordance with housekeeping standards.
Contribute to team performance and support departmental and organizational goals.
Perform additional warehouse-related duties as assigned.