Material Handler (Nights)

Warehouse Material HandlerThe Warehouse Material Handler is responsible for the safe and efficient handling, movement, storage and distribution of raw materials, components and finished products within the warehouse. This role ensures that production teams have the necessary materials to meet production schedules while maintaining inventory accuracy and following safety protocols.Essential FunctionsReceive, store and distribute materials, parts and products to designated areasLoad and unload trucks using forklifts, pallet jacks or other material handling equipmentEnsure materials are delivered to production lines in a timely and accurate manner, including kitsMaintain accurate inventory records and conduct cycle counts as neededCollaborate with various stages of the manufacturing process to ensure material, parts and product needsOrganize and maintain storage areas to optimize space and accessibilityFollow safety protocols for handling hazardous materials and operating equipmentAssist in packaging, labeling and preparing shipments for deliveryCommunicate inventory shortages or discrepancies to the supervisorKeep work areas clean and free from safety hazardsPerform other duties assigned by supervisorBenefits OfferedEarned Wage AccessHealth, Dental and Vision Insurance401(k) with Company MatchPaid HolidaysPaid VacationLife InsuranceDisability InsuranceSafety AwardsCompany StoreEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)RequirementsPhysical RequirementsStanding, sitting, walking, stooping, kneeling, climbing, feeling, talking, hearing and seeingTurning, twisting, bending and balancingPushing, pulling and reachingMust be able to lift and / or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally 50-75 poundsJob RequirementsHigh school diploma or equivalent1+ years experience in material handling or warehousing in a manufacturing environmentMust be able to operate forklifts, pallet jacks and other material handling equipmentKnowledge of inventory control and warehouse management proceduresAbility to read work orders, shipping documents and material specificationsStrong attention to detail and ability to work in a fast-paced environmentAbility to organize and ensure the consistent flow of materials, parts and productsStrong communication skillsMust be able to pass pre-employment drug screen and physicalMust be able to pass a background checkDesirable Experience, Education and TrainingPrevious experience with material handling or warehousing for the assembly of generator enclosuresForklift CertificationPallet Jack CertificationTools, Equipment and TechnologyForklifts, pallet jacks, inventory systems and software etc.Environmental Conditions80 to 90% of the work activities are performed outdoors. Individuals will be required to work in changes of temperature, hot, cold, humid, wet and dry conditions, dust, mud etc. They will also be exposed to paint thinner and paint fumes.Gulf Island will not sponsor applications for work visas. Additionally, applicants for employment with Gulf Island must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Accordingly, Gulf Island will not consider applications from candidates who require the company to sponsor a work visa and who are not currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.Gulf island is not accepting unsolicited candidates from search firms for posted employment opportunities. Please no phone calls or emails. All resumes submitted by search firms to Gulf Island employees via email, the internet, or any other form and/or method without a valid written search agreement in place for the position will be deemed the sole property of Gulf Island. No recruiting placement fee will be paid in the event Gulf Island hires the candidate due to the referral or through other means.