Material Handler

Role Summary

The Material Handler moves, organizes, and distributes raw materials, supplies, and finished products throughout the manufacturing facility. This position supports efficient production by ensuring materials are available when needed, maintaining accurate inventory records, and keeping work and storage areas organized.

Main Tasks

• Supply production lines with raw materials, components, packaging, and other necessary supplies.


• Monitor material levels and replenish supplies to help prevent production delays.


• Move materials and finished products between receiving, storage, production, and shipping areas.


• Use hand trucks, carts, pallet jacks, and other authorized material-handling equipment.


• Operate powered equipment only after completing required training and authorization.


• Receive, count, inspect, and label incoming materials; report shortages, damage, or discrepancies.


• Verify part numbers, quantities, and material descriptions against work orders and inventory documents.


• Organize and store materials in designated locations, following stacking and stock rotation procedures.


• Collect, palletize, wrap, and stage finished products for storage or shipment.


• Record material movements using scanners, inventory systems, or required paperwork.


• Return unused materials to designated storage areas and separate scrap or waste according to facility procedures.


• Assist with cycle counts and physical inventories.


• Communicate material shortages, quality concerns, and production needs to the appropriate supervisor.


• Maintain clean work areas and keep aisles, emergency exits, and equipment access clear.


• Follow company safety procedures and wear required personal protective equipment.


• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Previous material-handling, warehouse, or manufacturing experience preferred.


• Ability to read and follow work orders, material labels, and safety instructions.


• Basic math and counting skills with strong attention to accuracy.


• Ability to use handheld scanners or learn inventory tracking systems.


• Ability to prioritize tasks and work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.


• Strong teamwork, communication, and organizational skills.


• Reliable attendance and ability to work the assigned schedule, including overtime as needed.

Physical Requirements and Work Environment

• Frequently stand, walk, bend, reach, and perform repetitive material-handling tasks.


• Push or pull carts and move materials using appropriate equipment.


• Lift and carry materials within established job requirements, using assistance or equipment when needed.


• Work in a manufacturing environment that may include noise, dust, temperature changes, and moving equipment.


• Perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.