Material Handler

Position Details

Material Handler I – Warehouse Department

Reports to:

Production Supervisor FLSA Status:
Non‑exempt Pay Band: 5 Wage Range: $22 – $25

Shifts:

12‑HR Day (6:00 AM – 6:00 PM)

A Material Handler I is responsible for creating accurate shipping documentation and providing leadership for production‑related issues in the warehouse. This position unloads, transports, stores, records, retrieves, and loads all materials throughout the plant in an accurate and efficient manner while assisting with shipping and recycling responsibilities.

• Operate all warehouse equipment including balers, lift trucks, walkie‑riders, battery chargers, forklift, and shrink wrappers safely and efficiently.
• Receive and load raw materials, finished goods, work‑in‑process, and mail according to established processes.
• Transport, store, record, and retrieve all materials accurately.
• Maintain complete knowledge of the Parts Inventory System.
• Read and understand job tickets, manifests, and production schedules.
• Collect shredded, banded, and load paper materials, cardboard, and other recyclable materials.
• Communicate with machine operators regarding all work‑in‑progress and finished goods inventory needed.
• Train warehouse personnel as needed and provide clear directions to Material Handler II employees to assist the department manager in ensuring crew workloads are met.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized area/department.
• Perform daily, weekly, and monthly Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) tasks to maintain optimal equipment performance.
• Ensure compliance with Nahan Lean manufacturing principles.
• Follow all Nahan quality and safety policies and procedures.
• Work assigned shifts, including weekends and overtime, as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

• Mechanical aptitude and ability to troubleshoot basic machine malfunctions.
• Attention to detail and ability to identify quality defects.
• Ability to read and interpret work orders and technical specifications.
• Strong computer skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, as well as train and coach.
• Strong communication skills (written, verbal, and listening).
• Excellent time‑management skills and organizational skills.
• Proficient/fluent in the English language, both written and verbal.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Forklift experience preferred. Must be willing to be forklift certified and trained upon hire.
• Two years of previous related experience in warehouse and inventory control preferred.
• On‑the‑job training provided.

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 100% Employer‑Paid Life Insurance
• 100% Employer‑Paid Short‑Term & Long‑Term Disability Insurance
• Other voluntary employee benefits (e.g., Accident & Critical Illness)
• 401(k) & Profit Sharing with Employer Match
• Vacation/Holiday/Sick & Safe Time

This position operates in a manufacturing environment with normal to moderate working conditions, moderate to loud noise levels, and the routine use of printing equipment and machines. The employee may need to stand for long periods, use hands or fingers to reach or handle materials, and may need to lift 70 lbs or more at a time. All vision abilities are required for close‑up work.

Employees must tolerate and endure extended seasonal hours and remain alert to meet deadlines. Exposure to machinery, moving parts, airborne particles such as paper dust, hazardous materials, fumes, adverse weather, high precarious places, confined spaces, and hearing protection may be required.

This job description is not a complete description of responsibilities but reflects the general qualifications, duties, and/or responsibilities necessary to perform this position. All candidates who receive a written offer of employment will be required to successfully complete and pass a background check, a physical test, and a test for commonly abused controlled substances in accordance with the Company’s Drug‑Free Workplace Policy.

Nahan reserves the right to revise the job description as circumstances warrant. Nahan is an at‑will employer, meaning either the employee or the company may terminate the relationship at any time, with or without notice, and with or without cause.

Nahan is proud to be an equal‑opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.