Material Specialist - DOT Preferred

Job Description

Job Description

We get it: job searching takes time and attention. At Kelly® , we’re here to make it a whole lot easier for you. We’re seeking a Material Handler to work at a premier manufacturing client in Farmington, CT . This opportunity could be the one you’ve been looking for.

Salary/Pay Rate/Compensation: $19.00–$20.00/hr | Weekly Pay 
Shift: Monday-Friday | 7:00AM – 3:30PM | Full-Time

Why you should apply to be a Material Handler:

• Competitive pay rate with growth potential based on experience.
• Opportunity to work with a well-established industry leader in a clean, organized, and safety-focused environment.
• Gain cross-training in both vehicle operation and materials handling.
• Valuable experience with inventory, logistics, and SAP software.

What’s a typical day as Material Handler? You’ll be:

• Serving as a backup truck driver, transporting materials between campus buildings and local warehouse locations using a box truck (no CDL required).
• Supporting receiving operations by unloading trucks and containers, and organizing incoming shipments.
• Managing material flow from receiving to production areas using transport carts, pallet jacks, or forklifts.
• Recording inventory transactions in SAP using a PC or barcode scanner.
• Implementing 5S workplace organization practices in storage areas.
• Maintaining inventory accuracy and workplace organization, and assisting with shipping/receiving coordination.

This job might be an outstanding fit if you:

• Have a valid Connecticut driver's license (required).
• Are able to pass a DOT physical and motor vehicle screen, and become certified to drive a box truck.
• Have experience with computerized shipping, SAP, or similar inventory systems (preferred).
• Are capable of lifting up to 50 lbs regularly and working on your feet for extended periods.
• Possess strong attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Prior experience driving a 20,000 lbs. truck is preferred.

What happens next

Once you apply, you’ll proceed to next steps if your skills and experience look like a good fit. But don’t worry—even if this position doesn’t work out, you’re still in our network. That means all of our recruiters will have access to your profile, expanding your opportunities even more.

Helping you discover what’s next in your career is what we’re all about, so let’s get to work. Apply to be Material Handler today!

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.

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About Kelly

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