What are the responsibilities and job description for the Material Handler position at Mans Lumber & Home?
WHY LEGENDARY MILLWORK?
Legendary Millwork, a Mans family company, has built its reputation on craftsmanship, integrity, and a deep commitment to quality. For generations, we’ve combined time-honored woodworking traditions with modern innovation to create exceptional millwork solutions for commercial and residential projects. Our team is driven by pride in our work, respect for our craft, and a shared belief that every detail matters.
WHAT YOU’LL DO
As our Material Handler, you will be responsible for safely and efficiently handling, moving, and staging lumber and building materials within the yard and warehouse. You will support daily operations by loading and unloading trucks, organizing inventory, and ensuring materials are stored and transported in a manner that maintains product quality and supports smooth workflow.
THE NITTY GRITTY
The people things:
o Work closely with production teams and shop staff to keep materials flowing smoothly
o Communicate clearly and respectfully in a fast-moving environment
o Support a team-first culture rooted in reliability, accountability, and pride in craftsmanship
o Stay adaptable as priorities shift throughout the day
o Contribute to a positive, safety-focused workplace
The Material Handler things:
o Receive, move, stage, and organize materials throughout the shop & warehouse
o Load and unload deliveries using forklifts, pallet jacks, and other equipment
o Track inventory, label materials, and verify quantities against work orders
o Handle wood products, millwork components, and hardware with care and accuracy
o Keep work areas clean, organized, and compliant with safety standards
WHAT YOU NEED
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent, preferred
- Experience in material handling, warehouse operations, or manufacturing environments
- Ability to safely operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and other material-moving equipment
- Strong understanding of inventory control practices and basic documentation
- Ability to read and interpret work orders, labels, and basic shop drawings
- Comfortable lifting, moving, and organizing materials up to required weight limits
- Basic math and measurement skills for verifying quantities and material dimensions
- Familiarity with wood products, millwork components, or construction materials
- Reliable attendance and punctuality
- Commitment to maintaining a clean, organized, and safe working environment
Interpersonal Skills:
- A strong steward of Mans culture and core values
- Strong communication skills with the ability to work closely with production teams
- Positive, team-oriented attitude with a willingness to help wherever needed
- Dependable work ethic and pride in supporting a high-quality craftsmanship
- Ability to stay organized and focused in a fast-paced shop environment
- Problem-solving mindset with attention to details
- Flexibility to adapt to shifting priorities and production needs
WORK ENVIRONMENT
This position operates in a fast-paced, hands-on millwork shop and warehouse environment with regular exposure to noise, dust, and active machinery.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Capable of physically demanding work with the ability to lift up to 75-100lbs consistently
POSITION TYPE/EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK
Days and hours of work will be Monday through Friday 7:00am to 4:00pm.
PERKS OF THE JOB
World-class benefits consisting of Blue Cross Blue Shield medical and dental coverage, vision insurance, short- and long-term disability insurance, 401(k) with generous match of 4%, life insurance, pet insurance, legal assistance, identity theft protection, charitable and community service initiatives, progressive paid time-off policy, paid holidays and annual profit-sharing eligibility. We also have good coffee.
OTHER STUFF OUR LAWYER SUGGESTED WE ADD
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. All responsibilities outlined in this description are majorly trainable for candidates that embrace the appropriate mindset.
The Company is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.