Receiving Material Handling Tech - Day Shift

Job Summary

Material Handling Technician I role encompasses four different indirect labor positions:
Receiving, Shipping, Parts Warehouse, and Driver. This position will primarily focus on receiving.

• Manage inventory electronically using Syspro MRP system and other computer applications.
• Maintain inventory by identifying, labeling, and placing materials in stock; record locations and perform cycle counts.
• Provide excellent service to internal stakeholders and vendors.
• Operate lift trucks, pallet jacks, and other equipment safely to move parts and inventory.
• Maintain material‑handling equipment by completing pre‑use inspections and performing lock‑out/tag‑out as appropriate.
• Display awareness of safety guidelines, procedures, and policies; identify and report safety concerns.
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment.
• Support ongoing reporting of key performance metrics.
• Contribute ideas on ways to improve or optimize warehousing procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• 3–4 years of shipping, receiving, or warehouse experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment (noise, coolants, abrasives, heat, cold, adhesives, automated and manual machinery) while wearing required PPE (safety glasses, shoes, and Kevlar gloves).
• Familiarity with MRP systems and inventory transactions; basic understanding of inventory controls and cycle counting.
• Strong computer and data entry skills (MS Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams).
• Good verbal and written communication skills with co‑workers, internal customers, and vendors.
• Demonstrated attendance, punctuality, and time sensitivity.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and manage multiple priorities with tight deadlines.
• Excellent attention to detail and quality‑conscious mindset.
• Works well in a collaborative and positive team environment.
• Forklift certification preferred.

• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record (CDL not required).
• Ability to follow all federal and/or state laws, regulations, and agency rules, standards, and guidelines.
• Minimum age 25 at time of application (due to insurance requirements).

Working environment: production floor, warehouse floor, and driving on highway and local roads.

Physical demands: repetitive lifting up to 50 lbs; standing, bending, walking for long periods; sitting and standing for long periods when driving.

Travel requirements: less than 5% of the time for most roles; more than 80% of the time in vehicle for the Driver role.

Shift or overtime may be required.