Material Handler- 1st Shift

What You Will Do:

Material Handling & Inventory Management

• Obtain and transport materials to designated areas using forklifts, pallet jacks, or other equipment.


• Organize materials in stock areas in a neat, orderly manner.


• Use scan guns to track inventory, perform cycle counts, and reconcile discrepancies.


• Assist with managing and reporting inventory levels to maintain accurate stock records.


• Remove empty boxes/flats and maintain a clutter-free environment.

Shipping & Receiving

• Load and unload materials from trucks and staging areas.


• Assist with ship confirming orders and receiving finished goods/raw materials.


• Perform packaging tasks as required to prepare products for shipment.


• Complete all necessary paperwork and documentation accurately.

Equipment Operation & Maintenance

• Operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and other material handling equipment safely and efficiently.


• Perform daily checklists/inspections on forklifts and report any issues to management.


• Follow proper procedures to prevent damage to equipment and goods.

5S & Safety Compliance

• Apply 5S (Sort, Set in Order, Shine, Standardize, Sustain) to maintain a clean and organized work area.


• Abide by all company safety policies and procedures, including the use of required PPE.


• Report unsafe conditions or potential hazards to management.


• Maintain awareness of limited-climate-controlled plant conditions and adapt work accordingly.

Teamwork & Additional Responsibilities

• Collaborate with team members to ensure timely and efficient completion of tasks.


• Perform tasks as outlined on training matrices.


• Carry out other duties as requested by management.

What You Bring: 

• High school diploma or equivalent required.


• Minimum of 6 months of previous work experience in a manufacturing or warehouse setting preferred (not required).


• Forklift experience (with ability to pass forklift certification) preferred.


• Experience using scan guns or similar warehouse technology preferred.


• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs on a frequent basis.


• Willingness to work overtime and in a team environment.


• Ability to perform basic math (counting, adding, subtracting, multiplying, dividing).


• Detail-oriented with the ability to multitask and follow unsupervised written or oral instructions.


• Comfortable working in limited-climate-controlled environments.


• Valid driver’s license preferred; CDL is a plus.