Material Handler

Varstaff is looking for a Material Handler I
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About the Job:In this role, you will play a crucial part in fulfillment center operations at our location in Merritt Island, FL. You will handle incoming shipments, manage inventory, operate heavy material-handling equipment, and maintain accurate records within our inventory management system. As a key member of the team, you will drive continuous improvement by identifying operational roadblocks, supporting root-cause analysis, and ensuring top-tier quality control and safety standards across all workflow stages.

Shift: A Shift | Monday – Thursday, 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM (1-week training on A Shift)

2+ years of experience in Fulfillment Center Operations, specifically within receiving and inventory functions.

Experience in inventory counting, receiving, packing, put-away, picking/kitting, or shipping.

Experience operating heavy equipment (PIT) in a material handling environment.

Comfort working in a fast-paced environment with a strong focus on continuous improvement and problem-solving.

Equipment Operation: Hands-on experience and proficiency in operating heavy machinery/PIT equipment, including forklifts, electronic pallet jacks (EPJs), reach-trucks, and turret-trucks.

Receiving & Quality Control: Ability to unload shipments, visually inspect incoming packages against standard operating procedures (SOPs), and perform required quality control checks.

Inventory Management & Data Entry: Ability to systematically document receipts, navigate inventory management software, input data accurately, and conduct storage auditing.

Packaging & Staging: Skills in selecting proper packaging materials, wrapping/storing parts, labeling, and staging materials to prevent loss or damage.

Physical & Safety Requirements: Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. regularly and a strict commitment to workplace safety protocols and personal protective equipment (PPE) guidelines.

Ability to derive inventory requirements directly from Bills of Material (BOM).

Advanced experience with root-cause analysis and problem-solving tools in a manufacturing or fulfillment workflow.