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Material Handler

Meridian
Fort Wayne, IN Full Time
POSTED ON 3/6/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/6/2026

Company Overview 

Meridian Adhesives Group is a rapidly growing, full service global adhesive solutions provider, specializing in adhesive technologies used in electronics, industrial, and infrastructure applications. Fueled by a series of strategic acquisitions since its formation in 2018, Meridian has established itself as an adhesive technology leader for a broad, global, blue-chip customer base comprised of OEMs, distributors, and industrial clients with an expanding global footprint.

Job Summary

Delivers production packaging supplies and materials by pulling pallets of materials from the warehouse and delivering them to production lines.

Duties & Responsibilities

Primary job functions include but are not limited to:

  • Locates materials and supplies by pulling and verifying materials and supplies listed on production orders.
  • Delivers materials and supplies to each work station. Keeps track of required quantities and stays ahead of those requirements.
  • Removes finished goods completed from each work station and verifies correctness of quantities and lot numbers.
  • Delivers finished goods to the shipping department.
  • Empties trash dumpsters and removes empty drums/containers from production area.
  • Keeps work areas orderly.
  • Removes packaging supplies and material from work stations at completion of each order and returns to the warehouse.
  • Maintains material handling equipment by completing pre-use inspections.

Skills & Abilities

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to calculate basic math with the aid of a calculator.

 Education & Experience

  • High school diploma or equivalent

Preferred Skills

Candidate should be proficient in the following:

Valid driver’s license          

Forklift Experience       

One year shipping/receiving/warehouse experience                                           

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands or fingers, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls. The employee is required to stand; walk; sit; reach with hands and arms. The employee must lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Information & Compensation & Benefits

Schedule: 1st Shift 5:00 am-3:30 pm M-

Pay: This position has a salary range of $17.00 - $18.00 per hour. The above range represents the expected salary range for this position. The actual salary may vary based upon several factors, including, but not limited to, relevant skills/experience, time in the role, business line, and geographic location

Bonus Pay: Meridian is actively participating in a productivity incentive plan for 2026. Eligible employees have the opportunity to earn up to $1,520 a year, with payments distributed quarterly throughout the year.

Benefits: 

  • Competitive Compensation Packages
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits
  • Health Savings Account & Flexible Spending Account Plans
  • Retirement Plan with company contributions
  • Generous Paid Time Off plan increasing based on seniority
  • 11 Company Paid Holidays
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Company Paid Life Insurance
  • Company Paid Short Term Disability
  • Generous Employee Referral Bonus Program
  • Annual Paid Volunteer Day
  • Employee Assistance Program

Why Join US 

Meridian is a leading name in the adhesives industry, renowned for delivering innovative solutions and exceptional service to clients worldwide. Guided by our core values - Safety & Sustainability, Respect, Integrity, Accountability, and Teamwork - we are driven to make a meaningful impact in everything we do. When you join Meridian, you become part of a dynamic team that values diverse perspectives, fosters professional growth, and encourages bold ideas. We’re committed to creating a supportive environment where you can thrive, grow, contribute to groundbreaking projects, and help shape the future of our industry.

Check out our website!

https://meridianadhesives.com/careers/

 Meridian Adhesives Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law. We maintain a drug-free workplace and comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) by providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities.

Note

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship.

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