Material Handler

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Transport raw materials, components, and finished products throughout the facility.
• Supply production lines with materials according to production schedules.
• Remove finished goods and scrap materials from production areas.
• Perform inventory transactions using ERP, warehouse management systems, or handheld scanners.
• Conduct cycle counts and assists with physical inventories.
• Verify material qualities and part numbers against work orders and shipping documents.
• Maintain organized storage locations and follow FIFO (First In, First Out) inventory practices.
• Ensure compliance with company safety policies, quality standards, and housekeeping requirements.
• Report inventory discrepancies, damaged materials, and safety concerns to supervision.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and lean manufacturing activities.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or GED is required.
• Previous manufacturing, warehouse, or material handling experience is preferred.
• Experience with ERP or inventory management systems is a plus.
• A basic understanding of inventory control processes is required.
• Ability to read work orders, shipping documents, and inventory records is necessary.
• A strong attention to detail and accuracy are essential.
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team is important.
• Basic computer and data entry skills are required.
• Good communication and organizational skills are beneficial.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift, push, pull, and carry up to 50 pounds regularly.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, and climb throughout the workday.
• Ability to operate material handling equipment safely.
• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment with varying temperatures, noise levels, and exposure to dust and machinery.

Work Environment

• Manufacturing and warehouse setting.
• May require overtime, weekend work, or shift work based on production demands.
• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) required in designated areas.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Inventor accuracy.
• On-time material delivery to production lines.
• Safety performance.
• Material transaction accuracy.
• Houskeeping and 5S compliance.
• Production support responsiveness.