Material Handler Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Previous experience in a warehouse, manufacturing, distribution, or industrial environment preferred.
• Ability to work in a non-climate-controlled environment with exposure to seasonal temperature changes.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials throughout a shift.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and perform repetitive physical tasks for extended periods.
• Ability to work flexible schedules, including overtime and adjusted start/end times as production demands require.
• Basic reading, writing, and communication skills.
• Ability to follow work instructions, safety procedures, and quality standards.
• Must be at least 18 years of age to apply.

Nice To Haves

• Experience operating forklifts, pallet jacks, reach trucks, or other material handling equipment.
• Forklift certification or willingness to become certified.
• Experience using inventory systems, handheld scanners, or warehouse management software.
• Experience supporting production operations in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Receive, unload, inspect, and stage incoming materials and shipments.
• Move raw materials, components, and finished products throughout the manufacturing facility using material handling equipment.
• Stock production lines and workstations to ensure continuous workflow and prevent production delays.
• Maintain accurate inventory by tracking, organizing, and replenishing materials as needed.
• Support shipping and receiving operations, including material verification and documentation.
• Safely operate forklifts, pallet jacks, reach trucks, and other material handling equipment when authorized.
• Follow all company safety policies, procedures, and PPE requirements to maintain a safe work environment.
• Identify and report safety hazards, inventory discrepancies, equipment issues, or quality concerns.
• Prioritize multiple tasks and adjust to changing production demands throughout the shift.
• Work independently with minimal supervision while maintaining productivity and accuracy.
• Collaborate with production, shipping, receiving, and supervisory teams to meet operational goals.
• Maintain clean, organized, and efficient work areas using good housekeeping practices.
• Assist with cycle counts, inventory audits, and warehouse organization initiatives.
• Demonstrate flexibility in work schedules, including overtime and shift adjustments when required.
• Perform other material handling and warehouse-related duties as assigned to support manufacturing operations.

Benefits

• medical, dental and vision benefits starting day 1
• PTO
• paid holidays
• FSA
• life insurance
• LTD
• STD
• 401k
• EAP
• discount programs
• tuition reimbursement
• training
• professional development