Forklift Operator And Material Handler

Forklift Operator and Material Handler

The Forklift Operator and Material Handler safely handles, moves, and stores materials within a clean, climate-controlled warehouse and production environment. This role focuses on delivering materials to the production floor, supporting material control and receiving activities, and maintaining orderly, efficient production and warehouse areas. The position also involves order picking and inventory-related tasks to ensure that all materials and deliveries accurately match purchase orders and production needs.

Responsibilities

• Deliver materials accurately and safely to the production floor according to production schedules and priorities.
• Load and unload transport items using forklifts, pallet jacks, and other material handling equipment.
• Assist the material control department with receiving incoming materials, including identifying and verifying quantities of all deliveries.
• Record inventory statuses and ensure that deliveries properly match purchase orders and documentation.
• Handle, move, and store various non-hazardous and hazardous materials in accordance with safety procedures and company guidelines.
• Perform order picking using RF scanners and other tools to fulfill internal and external orders.
• Maintain general upkeep and cleanliness of production and warehouse areas to support safe and efficient operations.
• Follow established inventory control processes to minimize errors and support accurate stock levels.
• Prioritize tasks and meet multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment with tight production schedules.
• Adhere to all safety requirements, including wearing eye protection and protective shoes and avoiding loose clothing.
• Collaborate with team members and supervisors to resolve material issues and support continuous process improvement.
• Support both first and second shift operations as needed, ensuring smooth handoffs between shifts.

Essential Skills

• Proven experience operating forklifts, including stand-up and sit-down models, in a warehouse or production environment.
• Experience using pallet jacks and other material handling equipment safely and efficiently.
• Experience in material handling and warehouse operations, including loading, unloading, and storing materials.
• Order picking experience, preferably in a high-volume, fast-paced setting.
• Ability to use RF scanners for order picking and inventory tracking.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to keep work areas orderly and materials properly labeled and stored.
• Ability to read and analyze information such as packing lists, purchase orders, and inventory documents.
• Adept at handling multiple complex tasks simultaneously while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in prioritizing work and meeting multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent time management skills to ensure timely material delivery and order completion.
• Knowledge of inventory control principles and practices.
• Commitment to following safety procedures, including proper use of personal protective equipment and adherence to dress code requirements.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Process improvement mindset with the ability to identify opportunities to streamline material flow and warehouse processes.
• Comfort working with tight quarters and basic production work areas while maintaining safety and efficiency.
• Strong communication skills to coordinate with production, material control, and warehouse teams.
• Reliability and consistency in attendance and punctuality to support production and shipping schedules.
• Willingness to work designated shifts, including first and second shift schedules as required.

Why Work Here?

Join a long-established, industry-leading manufacturer that values innovation and employee well-being. You will work in a modern, 100% climate-controlled facility with a strong focus on safety and cleanliness. Employees receive comprehensive benefits effective on day one, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, company-paid life insurance and long-term disability, a 401(k) match plus profit sharing, paid holidays, vacation, and sick time. Additional perks such as gym reimbursement and tuition reimbursement support your health and professional growth.

The culture emphasizes listening to employees and customers, continuous improvement, and building a workplace where people are recognized as the most valuable resource.

Work Environment

The role is based in a very clean, 100% climate-controlled facility designed for comfort and efficiency. The work environment is fast paced, with crucial deadlines and tight production schedules, requiring strong focus and time management. The production area consists of basic work spaces with tight quarters, where safe material movement is essential. Eye protection and protective shoes must be worn at all times, and loose clothing is not permitted to ensure safety around equipment.

You will work with forklifts (stand-up and sit-down), pallet jacks, RF scanners, and other warehouse tools…