Material Handler

Key Responsibilities

• Safely operate forklifts and powered industrial trucks to move raw materials, components, WIP, and finished goods.
• Perform and document daily forklift inspections prior to operation.
• Scan, transport and deliver finished products and materials to production associates to maintain continuous workflow or to assigned shipping locations.
• Verify all materials and finished goods have accurate labels, tags, and color codes.
• Accurately complete raw material usage reports, inventory tickets, and other required documentation.
• Weigh, record, and transport scrap materials to designated areas.
• Compact, bale, and prepare scrap or cardboard for shipment.
• Follow all company safety, PPE, and environmental procedures at all times.
• Report any unsafe conditions, equipment malfunctions, or product issues promptly.
• Support production and warehouse teams as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned to meet business needs.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong safety orientation and hazard awareness.
• Forklift operations skills and ability to follow inspection protocols.
• Basic math, measurement, and documentation skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Teamwork, communication, and reliability.
• Quality awareness and attention to detail.
• Forklift verification required.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Mechanisms, moving equipment, and varying temperatures.
• Use of PPE required (safety glasses, gloves, hearing protection, etc.).
• Must be able to lift 30lbs alone and up to 90lbs with assistance.
• Stand, walk, bend, crouch, squat, twist, and reach as needed throughout the shift.
• Sit for extended periods while operating a forklift.
• Push, pull, carry, and handle materials of various weights and sizes.