Material Handler-Inventory Control

Benefits

A new employee signing bonus and a referral reward for current employees are available, as well as wellness programs that reduce insurance premiums.

Position: Material Handler-Inventory Control

Location: Tulsa, OK

Job : 269

# of Openings: 1

Southern Specialties is looking for a dependable, hardworking Material Handler – Inventory Control professional to join our growing team in our clean, climate-controlled sheet metal fabrication and assembly facility.

We manufacture high-quality, precision products, and we rely on organized, safety-focused team members to keep materials moving efficiently throughout our operation. If you enjoy hands‑on work, staying organized, and being part of a supportive team environment, this could be a great fit.

Work hours: Monday – Friday 7am – 3:30pm

In this role, you'll help ensure materials are accurately tracked, stored, and delivered where they’re needed so production runs smoothly.

• Receive, inspect, and organize incoming materials using handheld scan gun technology
• Stock and transfer materials to proper locations within the facility
• Pick parts and stage materials for production jobs and customer shipments
• Safely load and unload trucks and trailers
• Maintain accurate inventory records and assist with cycle counts
• Help identify and resolve inventory discrepancies and root causes
• Operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and other material handling equipment
• Work closely with production and warehouse teams to keep projects moving
• Follow all safety procedures and maintain a clean, organized workspace

• 2+ years of experience in a controlled warehouse or manufacturing environment
• Experience using a Warehouse Management System (WMS) and scan guns
• Strong attention to detail and inventory accuracy
• Forklift experience preferred /li>
• Basic computer skills for inventory tracking
• Ability to read and follow written and verbal instructions
• Reliable, self‑motivated, and comfortable working in a team environment
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn

Jobs which involve one or more tasks or duties that could affect the safety and health of the employee performing the task or others are considered safety-sensitive. This position is safety-sensitive because, in addition to the essential functions, it also involves performing one or more of the following essential tasks or duties:

• The handling, packaging, processing, storage, disposal or transport of hazardous material.
• The operation of a motor vehicle, other vehicle, equipment, machinery or power tools.
• Repairing, maintaining, or monitoring the performance or operation of any equipment, machinery or manufacturing process, the malfunction or disruption of which could result in injury or property damage.
• The operation, maintenance, or oversight of critical services and infrastructure including, but not limited to, electric, gas, and water utilities, power generation or distribution.
• The extraction, compression, processing, manufacturing, handling, packaging, storage, disposal, treatment or transport of potentially volatile, flammable, combustible materials, elements, chemicals or any other highly regulated component.

Generally, 95% of the normal work shift requires standing, bending, squatting, and climbing while performing Material Handling‑Inventory Control duties. Lifting of parts, weighing up to 50 pounds, from floor level, and carrying them 10 to 15 feet may be required. Lifting devices and team lifting should be used when possible. Parts must be lifted, pulled, pushed, and held in place, without benefit of material handling devices due to limited space and confined areas in and around machines.