Material Handler

About ERMCO

ERMCO (Electric Research and Manufacturing Cooperative, Inc.) is a leading U.S. manufacturer of distribution transformers and engineered electrical solutions serving electric utilities, OEMs, and industrial customers across North America. Headquartered in Dyersburg, Tennessee, ERMCO delivers reliable, high-quality products that power homes, businesses, and communities every day. With commitment to safety, operational excellence, and continuous improvement, ERMCO is at the forefront of supporting grid modernization and energy transition. Our vertically integrated operations, customer-focused culture, and investment in people and technology make ERMCO a trusted partner in delivering resilient, sustainable power infrastructure for the future.

About The Position

The Material Handler plays a critical role in supporting production operations by ensuring materials are properly received, stored, transported, and supplied to production teams. This position is responsible for safely moving materials throughout the facility, maintaining inventory accuracy, and supporting efficient workflow to help meet production schedules and customer delivery requirements. The ideal candidate is safety-focused, organized, and willing to assist across various departments as business needs require.

Responsibilities

As a Material Handler, you will work closely with the Area Lead to prepare and stage materials for upcoming work orders to support production requirements and ensure on-time customer delivery. You will be responsible for:

• Loading and unloading trucks, receiving, sorting, labeling, and stocking incoming materials
• Transporting raw materials and finished products throughout the facility using a sit-down forklift
• Maintaining accurate daily movement logs of materials transferred between inventory and production areas
• Performing inventory cycle counts to ensure tracking accuracy
• Supporting warehouse organization and material storage processes
• Safely operating forklifts and other material-handling equipment while maintaining a clean, organized, and safe work environment
• Communicating effectively with team members and supervisors
• Adhering to company safety policies and core values
• Assisting production and other departments as needed to support overall operational goals

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent combination of education and training
• Basic computer skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Commitment to workplace safety and quality standards
• Previous warehouse or material handling experience
• Sit-down forklift operating experience
• Experience with inventory control, cycle counts, and warehouse organization
• Manufacturing or production environment experience

Physical Demands

• Regularly bend, twist, stoop, push, and pull materials and equipment
• Stand and walk for extended periods throughout the workday
• Frequently lift, carry, and move materials weighing up to 50 pounds
• Perform repetitive physical tasks in a manufacturing and warehouse environment
• Must be able to safely operate material-handling equipment, including forklifts

Work Environment

• Manufacturing and warehouse setting
• Exposure to moving machinery, forklift traffic, and industrial equipment
• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) may be required based on assigned tasks and work areas
• All team members are expected to actively contribute to a safe, healthy, and respectful workplace while supporting company values and operational excellence