Material Handling Specialist

Material Handling Specialist

The Material Handling Specialist is responsible for the safe and efficient movement of raw materials, components, work-in-process inventory, and finished Hardy Frame products throughout the facility. This position supports production operations by supplying materials to fabrication and assembly areas, maintaining inventory accuracy, loading and unloading trucks, and operating forklifts and other material handling equipment. Safety, quality, inventory control, and on-time delivery are critical responsibilities of this role.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Safely operate forklifts and other material handling equipment to move materials throughout the facility.
• Load and unload inbound and outbound shipments while verifying quantities and material condition.
• Supply fabrication and assembly areas with required materials, components, and hardware to support production schedules.
• Transport and stage structural steel materials, Hardy Frame components, and finished products according to production requirements.
• Perform inventory transactions using scanners and inventory management systems.
• Conduct inventory counts and assist with inventory accuracy initiatives.
• Verify part numbers, quantities, and material identification before movement, storage, or shipment.
• Organize and maintain inventory locations and storage areas using 5S and housekeeping standards.
• Inspect forklifts and material handling equipment before use and promptly report equipment concerns.
• Assist with packaging, shipping preparation, and loading of Hardy Frame products for customer delivery.
• Maintain a safe work environment by following all company safety procedures and PPE requirements.
• Maintain regular and reliable attendance as an essential function of the position, including arriving on time, being present at the workstation at the start of the shift, and working overtime as required.

Position Qualifications

• Safety: Must have an outstanding safety record and follow all safety policies and procedures.
• Quality: Demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness. Monitor own work to ensure quality. Apply feedback to improve performance. Look for ways to improve and promote quality.
• Quantity: Meet productivity standards without diminishing quality of work. Strive to increase productivity. Complete work in a timely manner.
• Dependability: Take responsibility for own action. Commit to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals. Be willing to work overtime whenever necessary. Keep commitments.
• Initiative: Readily volunteers. Undertake self-development activities. Seek increased responsibilities. Take independent action. Ask for help and aid whenever needed.
• Ability to interact professionally with others; including co-workers, vendors and customers.

Skills & Abilities

Education and/or Experience

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• One to three years of manufacturing, warehouse, logistics, fabrication, or material handling experience preferred.
• Forklift operation experience preferred.
• Experience in handling steel products, fabricated components, or manufacturing materials preferred.
• Experience using barcode scanners, inventory systems, and production tracking software preferred.