Material Handler Lead

About the role

We're looking for a Material Handler Lead who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and enjoys leading by example. If you're passionate about inventory accuracy, warehouse operations, and helping a team succeed, this could be the next step in your career.

Responsibilities

• Leadership & Team Support
  • Lead and support daily warehouse and material handling activities
  • Train, coach, and assist team members to ensure safety, quality, and productivity standards are met
  • Foster a positive, team-focused culture built on accountability and continuous improvement
  • Coordinate daily priorities to keep production running smoothly
• Inventory & Material Control
  • Ensure timely movement of materials to production areas
  • Support inventory control activities, cycle counts, and inventory accuracy initiatives
  • Assist with receiving, warehousing, shipping, and product identification processes
  • Monitor material availability and proactively address shortages
  • Maintain proper storage, traceability, and organization of materials
• Safety & Continuous Improvement
  • Promote a safe work environment and compliance with all safety procedures
  • Safely operate forklifts and other material handling equipment
  • Identify opportunities to improve material flow, efficiency, and workplace organization
  • Participate in continuous improvement initiatives that support operational excellence

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• Previous experience in warehouse, logistics, inventory control, or manufacturing operations
• Forklift experience and ability to safely operate powered industrial equipment
• Strong attention to detail and inventory accuracy
• Ability to work independently while supporting a team environment
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Frequent standing, walking, bending, and reaching
• Ability to work in a manufacturing and warehouse environment
• Ability to wear required PPE and operate material handling equipment safely

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior leadership experience
• Experience with ERP, inventory management, or warehouse management systems
• Manufacturing experience in a heavy equipment, industrial, or fabrication environment
• Knowledge of shipping, receiving, inventory control, and cycle counting processes