Material Handler 1st Shift

We are seeking a reliable Material Handler for our 1st shift team. This role supports daily warehouse/production movement of materials and shipping/receiving. If you enjoy hands-on work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and take pride in safety, accuracy, and teamwork, we’d like to meet you.

Key Responsibilities

·        Move raw materials, finished goods, and supplies safely using forklifts/pallet jacks and other equipment.

·        Load/unload inbound and outbound trucks (LTL, common carrier, and company trucks).

·        Verify counts against packing slips, inspect shipments for damage, and report issues promptly.

·        Stage materials for production (including wood shop/trimming support) and keep inventory organized.

·        Secure and protect outbound loads; provide required load photos/documentation.

·        Maintain a clean, safe work area; move waste to dumpster as needed.

·        Complete daily forklift/PIT inspections and logs.

·        Follow OSHA/safety policies and support continuous improvement; perform other duties as assigned.

Physical Demands

·        Ability to lift/move materials up to 50 lbs. regularly (heavier with assistance/equipment).

·        Frequent standing, walking, bending, reaching, and twisting throughout the shift.

·        Comfortable working around industrial equipment and powered tools; strong hand-eye coordination.

Qualifications & Skills

·        Forklift experience/certification preferred (or ability to become certified).

·        Strong attention to detail for counts, paperwork, and safe load securement.

·        Organized, dependable, and able to work with minimal supervision.

·        Able to communicate clearly and work well with production and shipping teams.

·        Basic computer skills (Outlook/Excel a plus).