Material Handler

Job Description

Job Description

MATERIAL HANDLER

Automation Personnel Services is looking for a experienced, reliable Material Handler for a well-established lumber yard based in Robertsdale, AL. Under direct supervision you will handle and maintain the flow of materials and products on the premises according to established guidelines and safety protocols. Work will be performed within a production environment, subject to temperature variations, mechanical parts, increased noise levels and dust.

Pay Rate
$16.00 per hour

Schedule and Hours
Monday through Friday

7:00AM – 4:00PM

Material Handler Duties and Responsibilities
• Provide general labor services as needed in the lumber yard including climbing, lifting, pushing or kneeling

• Ability to carry, stack, and lift pieces of lumber and materials

• Perform necessary tasks to ensure good housekeeping for a safe and efficient operation

• Operate motorized and non-motorized material handling equipment, some of which may require specialized training

• Respond attentively to training from foreman or senior handlers to increase knowledge of work processes, be a team player

• Attend periodic safety meetings as required

Material Handler Qualifications and Requirements
• Must be able to operate a forklift

• Background Check and Drug Screen

• Lift and carry up to 50 pounds frequently and on occasion up to 75lbs (assessment performed)

• Must be able to stand for long periods of time

• Must be able to withstand extreme temperatures, as you will be working outdoors

Job Type
Full-Time Temporary to Hire

Benefits

• Weekly Pay

• Medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, and life insurance

• 40 Hours Service Bonus after 1 year of continuous service and 1500 hours

• 6 paid Holidays after 1 year of continuous service and 1500 hours

401(k) Retirement Plan
Automation Personnel Services is the only staffing agency specializing in manufacturing and industrial roles that offers 401(k) matching to all eligible contingent and temporary associates.

Click Apply Now to submit your application or call us at View phone number on jobswipe.net to learn more. You can also apply in person at our office located at

Automation Personnel Services Mobile Branch
171 I-65 Service Road
Suite C
Mobile, AL 36606

Bonus Opportunity!
We are also offering a $50.00 referral bonus. Both employee and referral must stay on assignment for 30 days to receive the payout.

About Automation Personnel Services
Automation Personnel Services is a highly recognized staffing agency with over 30 years of experience in manufacturing and light-industrial staffing. Our accolades include:

• 11-time consecutive winner of the ClearlyRated® Best of Staffing Client Award (2016-2026).
• Winner of the ClearlyRated® Best of Staffing Talent Award (2019-2026).
• Recipient of the Safety Standard of Excellence Award by the American Staffing Association.
• Named one of the Best Staffing Companies to Work For by CIO Views Magazine.
• Named one of America’s Best Temp Staffing Firms by Forbes (2025).
• Consistently ranked among the top U.S. staffing agencies by Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA).

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