Material Handler – 1st Shift

Location: Rydal, GA

About the Role

As a Material Handler, you’re the driving force behind the scenes - safely operating forklifts and straddle lifts to move big materials and keep everything running like clockwork. You’ll navigate the floor with purpose, keeping the line stocked, the team moving, and the trucks rolling.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload freight while ensuring everything checks in accurately
• Log item numbers for unidentified materials to keep inventory on point
• Leverage JDE to track inventory moves and keep daily operations running smoothly
• Maintain a well-organized, hazard-free warehouse environment
• Count, sort, and organize parts so everything is where it needs to be
• Load and unload trucks as needed to keep production moving
• Follow written orders, specs, and labels, including hazardous material warnings
• Participate in physical inventory counts and reconciliation
• Help train and guide new team members on the floor
• Manage hazardous waste in line with regulations and company procedures
• Follow company safety policies and help build a safety-first culture by supporting training for new team members
• Handle tasks like roof coil and door rack change-outs with confidence and care
• Manage all products - from customer units and flat-bed carry-outs to FRPs and hazardous materials
• Commit to quality with a zero-defect mindset, ensuring every unit meets high standards
• Actively participate in Poindexter Production System initiatives like 5S, Lean, TPM, and more

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Comfortable using computers and navigating essential tools
• Forklift experience is required
• Safely operate forklifts and straddle lifts throughout the facility, following top safety standards
• Adhere to all truck and trailer protocols across the company
• Confidently read and apply measurements with a tape measure
• Read and interpret work orders and instructions with ease
• Learn quickly and master the JDE system
• Work the schedule, including overtime when needed
• Work independently with minimal supervision while staying accountable

Physical Requirements

• Stand for extended periods, walk, and use hands to operate tools and equipment with precision
• Regularly talk and listen as part of a safety-focused, team-driven environment
• Lift up to 35 pounds
• Perform physical movements like bending, squatting, reaching overhead, and occasionally crawling in tight spaces
• Perform repetitive hand tasks and climb ladders or work at heights

About the Company

With over 70 years leading the truck body industry, Morgan Truck Body is where innovation meets tradition. From electric vehicles to custom refrigerated units, we build it all — and we do it with passion and precision.

At Morgan Truck Body, our shared values aren’t just words on a wall - they’re the heart of everything we do. They fuel our success, shape our culture, and guide how we show up for each other, our customers, and the future of transportation.

• We Celebrate People: We recognize and value the individuals behind the build - the makers, thinkers, and problem-solvers who drive our success every day.
• We Lead with Integrity: Doing the right thing isn’t optional - it’s how we operate, always. Honesty, accountability, and respect guide every decision.
• We Deliver Results: We show up, step up, and get it done. Our commitment to performance means exceeding expectations and raising the bar - for ourselves and our customers.
• We Work with Passion: We love what we build - and it shows. From the factory floor to the front office, we bring energy, innovation, and pride to every product that rolls out of our doors.

Benefits

• Competitive pay and full benefits package (medical, dental, vision, life)
• 401(k) with company match
• Tuition reimbursement and leadership development
• Paid holidays and vacation time
• Exclusive discounts on footwear, eyewear, and safety gear
• On-demand pay