Material Handler

Material Handler / Packer Short-Term Warehouse ProjectThis short-term, first-shift role supports a 23 week project to move materials from an existing facility to a new site in Park City, KS. You will work in a warehouse environment handling, moving, measuring, packaging, and shipping metal materials, primarily using forklifts, cranes, and basic measuring tools. The position combines material handler and packer duties and requires strong forklift skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work safely with heavy loads in a manufacturing setting.ResponsibilitiesPick, pull, and restock materials efficiently to support processing, inventory control, and shipment activities.Ensure stock tags, inventory labels, and material identifications are accurate and up to date.Perform daily cycle counts and assist with inventory control to maintain accurate stock records.Prepare, pack, and stage items for shipment according to customer specifications, delivery dates, and bills of lading.Load and unload materials from delivery trucks using forklifts and other material-handling equipment.Measure materials in raw, uncut form upon arrival and verify gauge and dimensions using tape measures, micrometers, calipers, and other measuring tools.Enter material and inventory data into computer systems and generate tags to be placed on appropriate materials.Pull and stage materials for shipping according to bills of lading and customer orders.Perform dock audits to ensure the correct material is shipped to the correct customer.Obtain proof of identity from carriers and secure appropriate signatures on bills of lading and shipping documents.Drive forklifts through the plant to move material and skids to designated areas safely, including heavy steel loads on racks.Operate overhead cranes to move material from machines to packaging areas safely.Assemble skids, pallets, and other shipping containers as needed to protect materials during transport.Maintain shipping supplies and ensure packaging materials are stocked and available.Keep the immediate work area clean, organized, and free of hazards throughout the shift.Use tools such as tape measures, micrometers, nibblers, and calipers with precision to verify material specifications.Confirm material specifications on inventory tags for orders being shipped and received.Perform RF scanning and light data entry to support order picking, inventory updates, and shipping and receiving processes.Handle heavy materials on forklifts, including lifting steel loads up to approximately 4,000 pounds and thick metal sheets used in the aviation industry.Support general warehouse duties including picking, packing, loading, shipping, receiving, and order picking as needed.Strive to meet customer expectations for quality, accuracy, and on-time delivery.Adhere to all safety rules, regulations, and quality standards at all times.Follow handbook policies and procedures and operate with high integrity in all interactions with co-workers, customers, and suppliers.Essential SkillsHigh school diploma or equivalent.At least 1 year of recent warehouse material handling experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment.Minimum 2 years of experience in roles such as packer, warehouse worker, or general labor.Minimum 4 years of recent manufacturing-related work experience.Minimum 4 years of heavy forklift experience, including handling loads up to approximately 4,000 pounds and thick steel sheets.Strong forklift skills for moving heavy material on racks and throughout the warehouse.Experience with picking, packing, shipping, receiving, and order picking in a warehouse environment.Ability to read and use a tape measure and other measuring tools accurately.Basic math skills and the ability to read and calculate numbers and data.Basic computer skills and ability to perform light data entry and RF scanning.Good written and oral communication skills.Good organizational, problem-solving, and time management skills.Ability to measure materials using different tools such as tape measures, micrometers, calipers, and similar devices.Ability to work independently on assigned tasks and accept direction when required.Ability to maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, customers, and suppliers.Strong work ethic and self-motivation, with a focus on accuracy and quality.Ability to perform inventory control activities including cycle counts and tag verification.Capability to lift up to 50 pounds frequently and push or pull 2550 pounds as part of daily duties.Comfort working around hazardous machinery, sharp tools, moving objects, noise, heat, and humidity while following safety procedures.Additional Skills & QualificationsOne or more years of warehouse experience beyond the minimum requirements is preferred.Fork truck experience, including sit-down forklift operation, is preferred.Experience in metals or similar industries (for example, metal service centers or metal distribution environments) is a plus but not required.Experience using RF scanners for inventory and order picking is beneficial.Background in inventory control, loading, shipping and receiving, and general warehouse operations is advantageous.Ability to operate overhead cranes and other material-handling equipment safely.Comfort using tools such as tape measures, micrometers, nibblers, and calipers with precision.Ability to maintain a clean and organized work area and manage shipping supplies effectively.Why Work Here?This opportunity offers a focused, short-term assignment with consistent first-shift hours, allowing you to use and showcase your heavy forklift and warehouse skills in a professional manufacturing environment. You will work with a team that values safety, accuracy, and integrity, and you will gain experience handling specialized metal materials for demanding applications. The role provides a clear scope of work, a structured environment, and the chance to contribute meaningfully to a key facility relocation project.Work EnvironmentThe role is based in a warehouse environment on first shift, typically 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, during a 23 week project. Working conditions are generally good but involve frequent exposure to hazardous machinery, sharp tools, moving objects, noise, heat, and humidity. The position requires continuous use of computers for receiving and providing information, as well as frequent visual and auditory attention to place tags correctly and verify material specifications. Physical demands include standing for more than half of the time, sitting for less than half of the time, frequent use of hands and fingers to handle or feel materials and tools, reaching with hands and arms, bending and climbing, and regular speaking and close vision. You will routinely lift up to 25 pounds and often up to 50 pounds, and push or pull between 25 and 50 pounds, sometimes with assistance or lifting devices. Approximately 70% of the job is performed on a forklift, with the remaining time spent on loading, pick/pack activities, inventory control, light data entry, and RF scanning. Attire is typical for a warehouse and manufacturing setting, with appropriate safety gear and protective equipment required to work safely around machinery and heavy materials.Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract position based out of Wichita, KS.Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $23.00 - $23.00/hr.Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Nov 5, 2026.Workplace Type