Material Handling Specialist

Material Handling

Receive, unload and inspect incoming steel, purchased materials and production supplies.

Tag and identify all incoming inventory.

Transport raw materials to designated warehouse and production locations.

Supply production lines with material as required.

Return unused material to inventory following company procedures.

Operate forklifts, overhead cranes and other material handling equipment safely.

Maintain organized storage locations throughout the facility.

Assist with housekeeping and warehouse organization.

Shipping & Receiving

Prepare customer shipments for local, regional and national delivery.

Load trailers safely to maximize product protection during transit.

Secure shipments using approved methods.

Verify shipping manifests and packing documentation.

Record shipments accurately within ERP systems.

Assist drivers during loading and unloading operations.

Maintain loading and receiving records.

Obtain driver signatures where required.

Inventory Control

Receive inventory into SAP.

Maintain accurate inventory transactions.

Verify production confirmations against physical paperwork.

Participate in monthly and annual physical inventory counts.

Assist with cycle counting activities.

Process inventory adjustments including coil gains/losses due to conversion yield.

Monitor offsite inventory.

Identify inventory discrepancies and assist with root cause investigations.

Assist in reducing obsolete and aging inventory.

Operational Support

Assist production with locating materials quickly.

Support continuous improvement initiatives related to warehouse organization and inventory accuracy.

Assist with freight reporting and inventory reporting as requested.

Recommend improvements to warehouse layout, material flow and inventory processes.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Safety & Compliance

Follow all company safety policies and OSHA requirements.

Wear required PPE at all times.

Operate forklifts and overhead cranes only if trained and authorized.

Maintain a clean and safe work area.

Follow the Group Code of Conduct and Group Compliance requirements.

Adhere to GC IMS 012 Roles and Responsibilities.

Support company loss prevention initiatives.

Required Skills & Abilities

Strong attention to detail.

Excellent organizational skills.

Ability to work independently and within a team.

Good communication skills.

Basic computer proficiency including Microsoft Office.

Experience using SAP or similar ERP systems preferred.

Ability to read shipping documents and inventory reports.

Ability to prioritize work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Strong problem-solving abilities.

Commitment to safety and quality.

Physical Requirements

Frequently stand and walk throughout the workday.

Frequently lift up to 50 lbs.

Operate forklifts and overhead cranes.

Ability to climb, bend, kneel and reach.

Work indoors around manufacturing equipment and moving vehicles.

Wear required PPE including safety glasses and steel-toed footwear.

Work Environment

This position works primarily within a manufacturing and warehouse environment with regular exposure to forklifts, overhead cranes, steel coils, production equipment and shipping operations. The role requires regular movement throughout the facility with occasional office work to complete inventory transactions and documentation.

Qualifications

Education

High School or better.

Experience

Forklift Certification

2 years: Manufacturing, Warehouse, Logistics or Inventory Experience

SAP or ERP Experience (Preferred)

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