What are the responsibilities and job description for the Material Handler position at Sanderson MacLeod?
Description
Seeking a highly organized and proactive Material Handler to join our team! The ideal candidate will have experience in a variety of supply chain and warehouse operations, such as material handling, operating a forklift, shipping and receiving, and packing; and will thrive in a fast-paced, detail critical setting.
As a Material Handler, you will be crossed trained in all areas of our Warehouse Team:
Education / Experience Requirements:
Seeking a highly organized and proactive Material Handler to join our team! The ideal candidate will have experience in a variety of supply chain and warehouse operations, such as material handling, operating a forklift, shipping and receiving, and packing; and will thrive in a fast-paced, detail critical setting.
As a Material Handler, you will be crossed trained in all areas of our Warehouse Team:
- Ensuring the efficient and safe movement of materials within our warehouse and working in the manufacturing facility to supply internal and external customers.
- Packing product to get ready for shipment.
- Shipping and Receiving in products.
- Using Kanban Pull System, help to monitor inventory levels and reorder points to ensure material availability and reduce excess stock.
- Maintain accurate inventory records using ERP or inventory management systems.
- Conduct regular cycle counts and full physical inventory audits.
- Uphold inventory control best practices such as FIFO, safety stock and location management.
- Keep the warehouse clean and organized.
- Accurately pick and pack finished goods, spare parts, or kits for customer orders or internal transfers.
- Prepare shipping labels, packing lists and required documentation (e.g., BOLs, customs forms).
- Coordinate outbound shipments with freight carriers, couriers, and logistics partners.
- Ensure packaging meets safety and quality standards for industrial or commercial delivery.
- Receive and process incoming materials.
- Operate forklifts to move materials throughout the warehouse and to the manufacturing facility as needed.
- Regular and reliable attendance.
Education / Experience Requirements:
- High school diploma or GED/HiSET required.
- 2-4 years of experience in inventory control, shipping and/or packing in a manufacturing environment.
- Proficient in ERP/MRP systems; IQMS is a plus.
- Skilled in Microsoft Excel, Word and Inventory tracking tools.
- Familiar with shipping software and labeling systems (UPS, FedEx, etc...)
- Ability to interpret bills of materials (BOMs), work orders and packing specifications.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
- Standing or walking for extended periods of times in warehouse or manufacturing areas.
- Occasional use of forklifts, pallet jacks and other material handling equipment.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Effective communication skills with internal teams and external suppliers.
- Problem-solving mindset with continuous improvement focus.
- Manufacturing floor and warehouse environment.
- Must be comfortable working around machinery, raw materials and production processes.
- Occasional adjusted hours to get work accomplished may be necessary.