Material Handling Specialist

Material Handler/Forklift Operator

Worthington Armstrong Venture (WAVE), a joint venture between Worthington Enterprises and Armstrong World Industries, has established worldwide leadership in the production of suspended ceiling systems. WAVE produces metal ceiling grids that can be combined with Armstrong ceiling boards as a complete package or sold individually. Founded in 1992, WAVE operates under a long-standing corporate philosophy rooted in the golden rule. This philosophy serves as an unwavering commitment to the customer, supplier, and shareholder, and it serves as the foundation for one of the strongest employee-employer partnerships in American industry.

WAVE is currently looking for Material Handlers/Forklift Operators to join our team! The Material Handler/Forklift Operator is responsible for accurately selecting, staging, and transporting materials to support outbound shipments, inbound receipts, and overall warehouse operations. This role requires safe and efficient operation of sit down LP forklifts while maintaining high standards for accuracy, productivity, and safety.

Training will be conducted on day shift for the first few weeks. Regular shift hours will be:

• Monday through Friday 10:30 PM - 6:30 AM
• Monday through Friday 2:45 PM - 10:45 PM

General Responsibilities:

• Select, build, and stage orders using pick lists, RF scanners, and shipping documentation
• Operate sit down LP forklifts in a safe and efficient manner
• Stage, load, and unload materials for inbound and outbound shipments, including pallets, and other materials
• Transport finished goods from manufacturing to designated warehouse locations (bulk floor locations and racking)
• Verify order accuracy, quantities, and product condition prior to shipment or storage
• Perform and document daily forklift and equipment inspections; report mechanical or safety issues promptly
• Verify inbound and outbound paperwork against actual materials shipped or received and enter data into computer systems as required
• Prepare damage reports and scrap or replace materials according to standard operating procedures
• Develop and follow proper load configurations for outbound carriers to ensure safe transport
• Support manufacturing operations by supplying materials, clearing finished goods, and removing scrap as needed
• Maintain clean, organized, and safe work areas and equipment at all times
• Follow all safety policies, job instructions (JI), lock out/tag out procedures, and PPE requirements
• Actively participate in communication and WAVE culture
• Perform other related duties as assigned or directed