1st Shift Material Handler
Listed on 2026-10-05
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Manufacturing / Production
Material Handler, Manufacturing & Industrial Operations, Forklift Operator
High Point, North Carolina, United States
Job Title: Material Handler
Location: High Point, NC
Job Type: On-Site
Reporting to: Production Supervisor
Director Reports: None
Company Overview:
FXI is a leading producer of foam innovation in Bedding, Furniture, Industrial, Home & Office, Healthcare, and Transportation markets. We have made it our mission to provide tailored solutions that delight our customers and consumers. With our corporate headquarters, high-tech research and development facility, and multiple manufacturing locations in North America, FXI has built a culture of innovation and achievement that is recognized by customers, suppliers and peers.
Our products include finished goods, sub-assemblies, services, and raw materials for OEMs, fabricators, and retailers. You will find FXI's foam innovations inside, around, and under yourself in countless applications. Everywhere foam goes, FXI's innovations lead the way! Won't you join us?
Site Overview:
Our High Point, North Carolina facility is a non ‑ union manufacturing plant with approximately 55 employees. The site specializes in producing polyurethane foam and other foam products. As a key location within FXI ’ s manufacturing network, the High Point plant is known for its strong focus on quality, safety, and operational excellence. Team members work in a collaborative, supportive environment where continuous improvement and innovation play a central role.
Job Overview:
The Material Handler (Foam Industry) is responsible for transporting, storing, and organizing foam materials, chemicals, and finished products within a foam manufacturing facility. This role ensures production lines remain fully supplied and that foam blocks, sheets, or components are handled safely and efficiently.
Key Responsibilities
- Move large foam blocks, sheets, and finished products throughout the facility
- Stage foam blocks for cutting, fabrication, or shipping
- Label and organize inventory in designated storage areas
- Assist with cycle counts and inventory tracking systems
- Inspect materials for damage or quality concerns
- Maintain clean and organized work areas
- Move and scan material to the proper location in the work area.
- Maintain neat and orderly stacks of buns. Scan material to the correct location(s)
- Control and monitor inventories (buns, racks, & finished parts)
- Unload bun trailers on an occasional basis (if needed)
- Follow safety procedures, especially when handling chemical
Skills /
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or GED
- Ability to safely handle large, lightweight but bulky foam materials
- Basic math and inventory tracking skills
- Understanding of chemical handling safety procedures
- Strong attention to detail and organization
- Ability to lift, push, or maneuver materials and stand for long
Total Rewards:
We offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Basic and optional life insurance
- Short‑and long‑term disability coverage
- 401(k) plan with company match
- Tuition assistance
- Flexible spending accounts
Our Commitment to a Diverse Workforce:
FXI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. FXI does not discriminate in employment matters based on race, color, religion, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, military service eligibility, veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, or based on any individual’s membership in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. We support workplace diversity. We strongly believe that diversity contributes to a broader collective perspective that will consistently lead to a better company and better products.
We are working hard to increase the diversity of our team wherever we can.
We are interested in every qualified candidate who is eligible to work in the United States. However, we are not able to sponsor visas.
FXI is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing an inclusive and diverse workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and have equal opportunities for employment and advancement. FXI prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
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