Material Handler

Kelly Services is seeking a Warehouse Material Handler responsible for preparing, processing, and shipping customer orders while ensuring accuracy, safety, and on-time delivery. This role supports daily warehouse operations by handling materials, operating warehouse equipment, maintaining inventory accuracy, and adhering to company quality and safety standards.

Material Handler (Temp)

LOCATION: San Jose, CA

RATE: $28.00/hour

SHIFT: 1st Shift

SHIFT DAYS/HOURS: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM, Monday - Friday

Key Responsibilities

• Pick, pack, and prepare products for shipment according to customer orders and shipping schedules.

• Verify quantities, part numbers, and product condition before shipment.

• Load and unload trucks using forklifts, pallet jacks, or other material handling equipment.

• Label, package, and stage materials for domestic and international shipments.

• Generate and process shipping documentation, including packing slips, bills of lading, and carrier paperwork.

• Coordinate with warehouse, production, and logistics teams to meet shipment deadlines.

• Maintain accurate inventory transactions using ERP systems.

• Inspect materials for damage and report discrepancies or quality concerns.

• Follow FIFO (First In, First Out) and inventory control procedures as required.

• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.

• Comply with all company safety policies, OSHA regulations, and quality standards.

• Assist with cycle counts, physical inventories, and other warehouse activities as needed.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.

• 1-3 years of warehouse, domestic and international shipments. logistics, or material handling experience preferred.

• Ability to operate forklifts and other material handling equipment safely.

• Basic computer skills and experience with warehouse management systems preferred.

• Ability to read shipping documents, work instructions, and inventory records.

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.

• Good communication and teamwork skills.

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and reach for extended periods.

• Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds regularly.

• Ability to operate warehouse equipment safely.

• Ability to work in varying warehouse temperatures and conditions.

Preferred Qualifications

• Forklift certification.

• Experience with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or Microsoft Dynamics.

• Knowledge of shipping carriers and freight procedures.

• Experience in manufacturing or distribution environments.

Key Competencies

• Safety Awareness

• Attention to Detail

• Inventory Accuracy

• Time Management

• Teamwork

• Problem Solving

• Dependability

• Customer Focus

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Please note: The following benefits reflect Kelly's general offerings. Eligibility may vary by assignment, location, and job type. 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

Work changes everything. And at Kelly, we’re obsessed with where it can take you. To us, it’s about more than simply accepting your next job opportunity. It’s the fuel that powers every next step of your life. It’s the ripple effect that changes and improves everything for your family, your community, and the world. Which is why, here at Kelly, we are dedicated to providing you with limitless opportunities to enrich your life—just ask the 300,000 people we employ each year.

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