Material Handling Lead

Nortek Data Center Cooling

Nortek Data Center Cooling builds the systems that keep modern data centers running — from liquid cooling to large‑scale air solutions. Our work supports some of the world’s most demanding AI and hyperscale environments, and we solve those challenges with engineering depth and practical execution.

We keep things simple here. We communicate early, stay close to the details, and follow through. When issues come up, we address them directly, not with layers of process. Customers count on us because we do what we say and we keep projects moving.

Our culture is hands‑on and collaborative. People take ownership, move quickly, and help each other. If you like working with teammates who are straightforward and accountable, you’ll feel at home.

With the backing of Madison Air, we have the scale, stability, and manufacturing footprint to support complex, high‑growth programs.

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced and hands-on Material Handling Lead to support daily warehouse and material handling operations within our Dyersburg facility. This role is responsible for coordinating material flow, supporting receiving and inventory activities, ensuring materials are delivered to production on time, and serving as a technical resource for the material handling team. The Material Handling Lead is a working leader who provides daily direction, training, and support to material handlers while actively participating in warehouse operations. This position partners closely with Production, Supply Chain, Planning, Shipping, Receiving, Inventory Control, and Quality teams to ensure safe, accurate, and efficient movement of materials throughout the facility.

What You’ll Do

• Maintain a safe working environment across all warehouse, receiving, inventory, and material handling activities.
• Provide day-to-day direction and support to material handlers to ensure efficient workflow and execution of priorities.
• Coordinate receiving, storage, replenishment, and delivery of materials to support production schedules.
• Actively partner with production supervisors and managers to monitor build schedules and material requirements.
• Perform and support receiving, put-away, inventory transactions, material movements, and warehouse activities as needed.
• Utilize ERP system (Syteline CSI) to process and maintain accurate inventory transactions and material traceability.
• Assist with cycle counts, inventory audits, discrepancy resolution, and inventory accuracy initiatives.
• Track and communicate warehouse performance metrics, including inventory accuracy, material availability, and productivity.
• Coordinate packaging, crating, and shipment preparation for customer orders, replacement parts, and internal transfers.
• Identify opportunities to improve warehouse organization, material flow, inventory accuracy, and operational efficiency.
• Train and onboard team members on standard work, safety requirements, material handling procedures, and equipment operation.
• Maintain warehouse organization and 5S standards throughout the facility.
• Support safe operation and maintenance of forklifts, overhead cranes, scissor lifts, and other material handling equipment.
• Successfully complete training and competency requirements for internal certifications including Overhead Bridge Crane Operation, Forklift, Scissor Lift, and Reach Stacker operation.
• Support Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned by management.

What You Bring

• High school diploma or GED required; Associate's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Operations Management, Logistics, or related field preferred.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in warehouse, logistics, distribution, or manufacturing operations.
• Previous experience serving as a lead, coordinator, trainer, or informal team leader preferred.
• Strong knowledge of warehouse operations, inventory control practices, material flow, and inventory accuracy processes.
• Experience operating forklifts, overhead cranes, and other material handling equipment.
• Working knowledge of safe rigging, lifting, crane operation, and warehouse safety requirements.
• Experience utilizing ERP systems, inventory management software, and warehouse transaction processes, preferably Syteline CSI.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications including Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Demonstrated ability to train, coach, and support team members in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to effectively collaborate across departments.
• Ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities and adapt to changing production requirements.
• Customer-focused mindset with a commitment to safety, quality, service, and operational excellence.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, 5S, continuous improvement methodologies, and warehouse best practices preferred.
• Demonstrated success supporting inventory accuracy, productivity improvements, and operational efficiency initiatives.
• Ability to effectively communicate with employees, management, suppliers, customers, and external logistics partners.
• Ability to achieve performance objectives related to safety, productivity, inventory accuracy, delivery, and quality.

Why This Role Matters The Material Handling Lead plays a critical role in maintaining the flow of materials throughout the manufacturing process. By coordinating daily warehouse activities, supporting inventory accuracy, and helping ensure materials are available when needed, this role directly contributes to safety, production efficiency, customer satisfaction, and operational success. The successful candidate will help build a culture of accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement while supporting Nortek Data Center Cooling's continued growth.

Nortek Data Center Cooling is an equal employment opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a qualified individual with a disability or any other characteristic protected by law.

Nortek Data Center Cooling and its divisions offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package. Our benefits package includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life, STD, LTD, FSA, HSA and 401(k) Plan with company contributions. To apply, please visit our career site at www.nortekdatacenter.com.