Material Handler

Material Handler - Forklift experience needed

1st and 2nd shift

Pay up to 25/hr

Job Description

The Material Handler plays a key role in a high-volume warehouse environment by managing all aspects of shipping, receiving, and internal material movement. This position handles order picking and packaging, maintains accurate inventory records through data entry and cycle counting, and supports daily warehouse operations using forklifts, RF scanners, and an Oracle-based database. The role is physically active, requiring frequent walking, lifting, and the use of hand and power tools to crate and prepare products for shipment.

Responsibilities

• Receive incoming materials, verify quantities and condition, and accurately allocate products within a high-volume warehouse.

• Perform order picking and packaging of materials according to work orders, shipping documents, and customer requirements.

• Handle shipping activities, including preparing products for UPS, Fed Ex, and other carriers, ensuring correct labeling and documentation.

• Operate forklifts to move, load, and unload materials safely throughout the warehouse.

• Use an RF scanner throughout the day to scan parts, track product locations, and support real-time inventory accuracy.

• Enter all material allocations, product movements, and inventory updates into the companys Oracle-based database.

• Conduct inventory control activities, including cycle counting and data entry of correct quantities to maintain accurate stock levels.

• Hand package and label products to meet quality and presentation standards prior to shipment.

• Use hand tools and power tools, including power screwdrivers, to build and assemble wood crates for finished products.

• Record and enter all rejected or flawed parts into the company database to support quality control and traceability.

• Walk and move products throughout the warehouse at a fast pace, lifting items weighing up to 70 pounds as needed.

• Follow established warehouse procedures and safety guidelines to maintain a clean, organized, and efficient work area.

Essential Skills

• At least 1 year of recent experience working in a high-volume warehouse environment with order picking and packaging responsibilities.

• Hands-on experience with shipping and receiving processes within a warehouse setting.

• Ability to lift and move products weighing up to 70 pounds repeatedly in a fast-paced environment.

• Experience using power screwdrivers and similar power tools to construct wood crates or perform basic assembly tasks.

• Proficiency in order picking, packaging, and receiving operations.

• Basic data entry skills for recording material allocations, product moves, and inventory information into a computer system.

• Comfort using RF scanners to scan parts and support inventory tracking throughout the workday.

• Experience operating forklifts in a warehouse environment.

• High school diploma or equivalent.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience working with RF scanners in a warehouse or distribution environment.

• Prior shipping experience with carriers such as UPS and Fed Ex.

• Familiarity with Oracle or similar warehouse management or enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems.

• Ability to work efficiently in a high-volume, fast-paced setting while maintaining accuracy.

• Strong attention to detail when labeling, packaging, and recording product information.

Why Work Here?

Employees join a clean, well-organized warehouse environment that values accuracy, efficiency, and teamwork. The role offers consistent, hands-on work with modern tools and systems, providing opportunities to build practical skills in inventory control, shipping, and material handling. The culture emphasizes safety, reliability, and mutual support, creating a setting where dedicated individuals can take pride in keeping operations running smoothly and contributing directly to the success of the organization.

Work Environment

The position is based in a clean warehouse setting focused on high-volume operations. Work is active and physically demanding, involving continuous walking, frequent lifting of up to 70 pounds, and working at a fast pace throughout the day. Employees regularly use forklifts, RF scanners, hand tools, and power tools such as power screwdrivers, as well as computers for data entry into an Oracle-based system.

The environment emphasizes safety, organization, and productivity, with expectations for practical, comfortable attire suitable for warehouse work and the use of appropriate safety gear as required.

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