Material Handler

TSG - The Sheridan Group, a DC-based strategic communications and public affairs firm, seeks a Material Handler for our Manufacturing Warehouse department. This role is responsible for receiving, storing, and distributing materials, staging and organizing inventory, and supporting production workflows. You will load/unload shipments, update inventory records, and maintain a safe, orderly warehouse environment. Ideal candidates bring attention to detail, reliability, and comfort with physical work in a fast-paced setting.

Join a collaborative, high-performance culture where initiative and teamwork are highly valued.

Responsibilities

• Receive, unload, and accurately verify incoming printed materials, paper stock, and production supplies against purchase orders and packing lists
• Stage, move, and supply raw materials and finished products to and from presses, bindery, and packaging areas to support production schedules
• Operate pallet jacks, hand trucks, and other warehouse material handling equipment safely and efficiently
• Organize, label, and maintain warehouse inventory locations to ensure accurate stock rotation and easy retrieval
• Perform regular cycle counts and assist with full physical inventories, documenting discrepancies and partnering with supervisors to resolve issues
• Prepare outgoing shipments, including packing, palletizing, stretch-wrapping, weighing, and labeling orders for carrier pickup
• Use basic warehouse or ERP systems to record material movements, update inventory quantities, and track work orders
• Follow all safety procedures and use required personal protective equipment when working around machinery, forklifts, and loading docks
• Maintain a clean, orderly warehouse and production support area by sweeping, removing debris, and properly disposing of waste materials
• Communicate effectively with press operators, production leads, and supervisors to prioritize material needs and address any shortages or delays

Required Skills

• Warehouse operations
• Material handling
• Inventory control
• Basic data entry
• Use of pallet jacks and hand trucks
• Shipping and receiving processes
• Load staging and palletizing
• Basic equipment safety
• Time management
• Communication with production staff
• Attention to detail
• Housekeeping and 5
• S practices