Material Handler

Material Handler

This role focuses on safely handling materials within a large, organized manufacturing warehouse by operating stand-up and sit-down forklifts, picking and staging parts for production, and processing inbound and outbound shipments using computer-based systems. You will work on a first-shift schedule and play a key role in ensuring accurate inventory, timely order fulfillment, and efficient material flow throughout the facility.

• Operate stand-up forklifts, including order/cherry picker or joey-style powered industrial trucks, to pick parts for production and customer orders.
• Use sit-down and stand-up forklifts to unload trucks, receive materials, crates, and other products, and safely stock them within warehouse racks.
• Pick parts accurately for production orders and ensure timely staging of products from production to designated areas.
• Process outbound shipments using Fed Ex shipping software, ensuring correct packaging, documentation, and labeling.
• Utilize a touchscreen computer system and warehouse management system (WMS) to access job lists, enter inventory data, and update order status.
• Key in inventory information such as quantity, part numbers, purchase orders, and packing list details into the computer system with a high degree of accuracy.
• Verify incoming shipments against receiving paperwork to confirm correct quantities, part numbers, and documentation.
• Use RF scanners to receive products into inventory, perform picks, and identify or confirm bin locations for materials.
• Lift and move materials weighing over 50 pounds as part of daily material handling and stocking tasks.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area, following all safety procedures and wearing required protective equipment.
• Collaborate with team members and leads to prioritize tasks, support production needs, and ensure efficient material flow throughout the warehouse and production areas.

• Previous forklift operating experience, including stand-up and/or sit-down forklifts.
• Experience with order picker, cherry picker, or joey-style powered industrial trucks, or a strong comfort level working at heights with related forklift experience.
• Ability to operate a stand-up forklift to pick parts and stock materials in warehouse racks.
• Comfort using computers, including touchscreen computer systems, to access job lists and enter data.
• Experience with warehouse management systems (WMS) or similar computer-based inventory tools.
• Ability to lift and handle items weighing at least 50 pounds on a regular basis.
• Basic receiving and shipping experience, including verifying shipments against receiving paperwork.
• Ability to accurately key in inventory information such as quantities, part numbers, purchase orders, and packing list details.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills to work effectively in a large, labeled manufacturing and warehouse environment.
• Willingness to complete an 8-hour forklift training and re-certification provided by the company.

• Experience using RF scanners for receiving, picking, and inventory management.
• Material handling experience in a manufacturing or warehouse environment.
• Familiarity with shipping, receiving, and WMS processes.
• Comfort working with varying workloads, including unloading multiple containers per week.

You will join a stable organization with a strong track record of innovation and long-term employee tenure, where many leaders have grown their careers from production roles. The facility offers an onsite cafeteria with made-to-order breakfast and lunch, a clean and climate-controlled environment, and a supportive team culture focused on collaboration and safety. You will have access to company-funded development opportunities, including a GED program once hired directly, and significant potential for advancement as the operation continues to grow and expand its production capacity.

This is a first-shift position, working Monday through Friday from 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., with the possibility of working until 4:30 p.m. based on workload. The role is based in a large, organized manufacturing floor and adjacent warehouse, where all sections are clearly labeled by materials and production areas. The facility is clean and climate controlled, providing a comfortable and safe working environment.

You will work around powered industrial trucks, warehouse racks, and production areas while using technologies such as stand-up and sit-down forklifts, RF scanners, WMS, touchscreen computer systems, and Fed Ex shipping software. The dress code includes steel-toe shoes, long pants, and a plain t-shirt, with safety glasses provided by the employer. The culture emphasizes a great team atmosphere, strong safety practices, and an onsite restaurant that serves breakfast and lunch.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of RICHMOND, VA.

The pay range for this position is $20.00 -…