What are the responsibilities and job description for the Material Handler 1st Shift position at JobConnection Services, Inc.?
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).
A personal relationship that includes constant communication with our clients makes for a pain‐free temporary or permanent placement process - and that translates to happy employees!
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