Material Handler

About the role

Material Handlers play a critical role in ensuring a smooth and efficient production flow across the Columbus facility. This role is responsible for supplying work cells with required materials, moving finished goods to shipping and receiving, and accurately transacting inventory movements in the warehouse management system. Material Handlers operate a variety of material-handling equipment, support daily shipping and receiving activities, and help maintain safe, organized staging and storage areas to ensure timely production and high service levels.

Enerpac provides clear opportunities for growth through demonstrated performance and skill development. Advancement from Material Handler I to Material Handler II is based on verified proficiency in three key areas: functional skills, values, and competencies. Employees who demonstrate sustained proficiency may be considered for advancement to Material Handler II and its associated pay range.

Responsibilities

• Supply work cells with materials required for product assembly.
• Deliver components to production and transport finished goods to warehouse and shipping.
• Assist with cycle counting and help maintain accurate inventory levels.
• Use handheld RF scanners to transact materials throughout the facility.
• Pick, verify, and pack orders for daily shipments.
• Receive, verify, and distribute incoming shipments.
• Perform put-aways and maintain organized staging areas.
• Operate order picker, swing-reach, and stand-up forklifts for picking, put-away, and material movement.
• Maintain forklift certification (training provided if needed).
• Follow all safety rules for production and warehouse areas.
• Safely operate equipment and immediately report hazards or near misses.
• Maintain organized, safe work areas in accordance with 5S principles.
• Perform additional tasks as assigned to support production and warehouse flow.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Previous warehouse experience preferred but not required.
• Forklift certification preferred; Enerpac will train and certify.
• Strong work ethic and willingness to learn required.
• Ability to lift 1-30 pounds intermittently, and frequently lift 10 pounds.
• Ability to occasionally lift documents/work materials up to 75 pounds (assisted lift).
• Ability to walk to a variety of primary work locations.
• Ability to listen, understand, and speak with team members at all levels within a diverse workforce.
• Stand 100% of workday; occasionally bend 90 degrees and twist 45 degrees.
• Able to read, write, and speak basic English.

Skills

• Strong attention to detail in material handling and counting.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to cross-train in multiple warehouse and production support areas.
• Accurate data entry and comfort using warehouse management tools.
• Ability to work at heights as needed.
• Thrives in a fast-paced environment and adapts to changing priorities.

Schedule

Rotating shift: Monday – Friday; 8:00 am – 4:30 pm; flexible. Saturdays when production needs exist.

Work Environment

• Manufacturing environment with potential exposure to moving mechanical parts and vibration.
• Exposure to elevated levels of noise on the plant floor.

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.