Warehouse Material Handler

Summary

This position is responsible for safely storing, moving, and managing materials within the warehouse and yard to support efficient production and shipping operations.  The Warehouse Material Handler ensures accurate inventory control by maintaining bin counts, returning unused materials to designated storage locations, and assisting with inventory counts.  This role supports receiving and shipping activities by helping unload and load trucks and overseas containers, verifying materials, and ensuring proper storage to prevent damage.  The position also operates forklift, overhead crane, boom and other material handling equipment while following all safety protocols and maintains a clean, organized warehouse and yard environment to promote efficiency and workplace safety.  Additionally, this role also involves removing and properly discarding outdated materials that are no longer required.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Manage and move materials within the warehouse and yard to ensure accurate storage and efficient workflow.
• Maintain accurate bin accounts and assist with inventory tracking and reconciliation.
• Report any visible product shortages, discrepancies, or damaged materials to the supervisor immediately.
• Assist with unloading incoming trucks and overseas containers and loading outbound shipments as needed.
• Return unused materials from Production and Packaging areas to designated storage locations.
• Operate forklift, overhead crane, boom, pallet jack, and other material handling equipment safely, using the correct attachments and following all safety procedures.
• Ensure all materials and products are stored properly to minimize damage, spilled, loss, or contamination.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and orderly warehouse, yard, and work area in accordance with safety and operational standards.
• Assist with quarterly inventory accounts and other inventory control activities.
• Identify and discard outdated or obsolete materials properly.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Expectations

• Follow all workplace safety policies, procedures, and equipment operating guidelines at all times.
• Maintain accuracy when handling materials, inventory counts, and product placement.
• Communicate promptly with supervisors regarding shortages, damaged materials, or operational issues.
• Work efficiently to support production, packaging, and shipping schedules.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe warehouse and yard environment.
• Handle materials carefully to prevent product damage and maintain quality standards.
• Follow company procedures for inventory control and materials handling.
• Be flexible and willing to assist with additional tasks or special projects as needed to support operations.
• Maintain punctual, regular, and predictable attendance.
• Work collaboratively in a team environment with a spirit of cooperation.
• Respectfully take direction from manager.

Manager Responsibilities

• This position does not have management responsibilities.

Qualifications

To successfully perform this job, an individual must be able to carry out each essential duty satisfactorily, with or without reasonable accommodation and without posing a direct threat to the health or safety of themselves or others. The qualifications listed below represent the knowledge, skills, and abilities required. Reasonable accommodation may be provided for individuals with disabilities to enable them to perform the essential functions of the role.

Education Requirement

• High School Diploma/GED equivalent.
• Basic math skills for counting, measuring, and inventory tracking.
• Basic reading and writing skills to understand work instructions, safety procedures, and shipping documents.
• Forklift, overhead crane, or boom certification or willingness to obtain certification upon hire.

Skills Requirement

• Ability to safely operate forklift and other material handling equipment.
• Strong attention -to-detail to maintain accurate inventory counts and material placement.
• Ability to follow safety procedures, work instructions, and warehouse protocols.
• Basic computer and data entry skills for inventory systems or warehouse management systems.
• Good organizational skills to maintain orderly storage areas and accurate materials tracking.
• Ability to identify and report discrepancies, shortages, or damaged products.
• Effective communication skills to work with supervisors and team members.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced warehouse environment. 
• Time management skills to prioritize tasks and meet operational deadlines.
• Problem-solving skills to address materials handling or workflow issues efficiently.

Experience

• 0-2 years of experience in warehousing operations, material handling, or manufacturing environments.
• Previous experience operating forklifts or other material handling equipment preferred.
• Experience with inventory control, bin counts, or stock management preferred.
• Experience loading and unloading trucks or shipping containers preferred.
• Familiarity with warehouse and yard safety practices and procedures preferred.
• Experience working with warehouse and yard management systems or basic inventory software is a plus.

Physical Requirements

• Standing -  7-8 hours per day.
• Sitting -  <1 hour per day.
• Walking –  <1 hour per day.
• Lifting – Up to 50 lbs.
• Carrying – Up to 50 lbs.
• Pushing/pulling – Up to 50 lbs.
• Environment – Inside 25%; Outside 75%.

Travel

This position requires no travel.

Benefits

• 401k
• 401k Employer Matching Program
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Employee Assistance Program
• Life Insurance
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Paid Time Off

Salary : $17 - $19