Material Handler - Shipping, 1st shift
Listed on 2026-09-22
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Warehouse
Material Handler, Forklift Operator, Distribution/ General Warehouse, Warehouse Associate
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Full Time Full-Time Alpharetta, GA, US
5 days ago Requisition
Salary Range: $17.00 To $17.00 Hourly
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt / Bonus Eligible
Department: Shipping
Shift: 1st Shift
Reports To: Shipping Supervisor / Lead
The
Material Handler – Shipping supports daily outbound shipping operations by safely moving, picking, packing, staging, and preparing customer orders for shipment. This position requires experience operating material-handling equipment, including a
forklift
, and the ability to work accurately in a fast-paced shipping environment.
Unlike a general warehouse position, this role is focused primarily on
outbound order fulfillment, packaging, staging, and shipping accuracy to ensure customer orders leave the facility safely, correctly, and on time.
- Pick, pack, stage, and prepare customer orders for shipment according to Hansgrohe procedures and quality standards.
- Safely operate a
forklift and other material-handling equipment to move, load, unload, and stage products throughout the Shipping department. - Load outbound shipments and ensure products are properly secured and prepared for transportation.
- Package products appropriately for shipment, including cartons, pallets, wrapping, labeling, and other required packaging methods.
- Verify products, quantities, labels, shipping documentation, and order information prior to shipment.
- Use
SAP and RF/RFID scanning devices to process material movements, confirm orders, and maintain accurate inventory and shipping records. - Identify and report damaged products, inventory discrepancies, shipping errors, or other issues to management.
- Assist with receiving and material movement as needed to support overall warehouse operations.
- Restock Kanban locations and maintain accurate material placement and documentation.
- Participate in cycle counts and physical inventory activities as needed.
- Assist coworkers in locating and retrieving materials and support the training of new employees on established processes.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe Shipping work area.
- Follow all company safety procedures and immediately report unsafe conditions or safety concerns.
- Maintain good attendance in accordance with the Hansgrohe Attendance Policy.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Shipping Lead, Supervisor, or Manager.
- Previous experience in
shipping, distribution, warehouse, or material handling
. - Ability to safely operate a forklift; previous forklift experience required.
- Experience picking, packing, staging, and/or preparing orders for outbound shipment.
- Ability to follow written and verbal work instructions.
- Basic math skills, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
- Ability to accurately identify products, quantities, labels, and shipping information.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while contributing to a team environment.
- Ability to lift up to
40 lbs. independently and obtain assistance for heavier items. - Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, and perform material-handling activities throughout the shift.
- Ability to read and communicate effectively in English.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- 1–2 years of shipping, warehouse, distribution, or material-handling experience.
- Previous experience using SAP or another warehouse/inventory management system
. - Experience using RF scanners or RFID devices.
- Experience with outbound shipping, palletizing, packaging, and loading trucks.
Hansgrohe offers a competitive benefits package that includes
company-paid medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage
, Flexible Spending Accounts, 401(k) with employer match, paid holidays, paid time off, and bonus eligibility.
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