Material Handler

Job Description

Job Description

Manufacturing material handler ensures smooth production by transporting raw materials, parts, and finished goods safely within a facility. They manage inventory, fulfill production orders, and operate equipment like forklifts or pallet jacks to keep work areas stocked and organized.

Key Responsibilities

• Supply Delivery: Transport raw materials and components to assembly lines and work centers to keep production moving.
• Inventory Control: Monitor stock levels, perform regular cycle counts, and report shortages.
• Shipping & Receiving: Unload incoming shipments, inspect for damage, and pack/stage finished products for outbound distribution.
• Equipment Operation: Operate material handling equipment (e.g., forklifts, pallet jacks) and complete mandatory pre-shift safety inspections.
• Documentation: Track material disposition by recording lot numbers, quantities, and locations using inventory software or ERP systems.
  • Safety Compliance: Adhere to OSHA safety guidelines and maintain a clean, organized work environment.

• Requirements & Skills

  • Experience: 1–3 years of warehouse or manufacturing experience is typically preferred.
  • Certifications: Valid forklift certification or the ability to pass facility certification tests.
  • Physical Stamina: Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and stand/walk for the duration of a shift.
  • Computer Literacy: Basic ability to use barcode scanners and inventory management systems (such as SAP or similar ERPs).
  • Attention to Detail: Precision in labeling, matching part numbers, and reading production/shipping orders