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Material Handler

Van-Am Tool & Engineering
Joseph, MO Full Time
POSTED ON 8/26/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/24/2026

Van-Am Tool & Engineering is a custom manufacturer in St. Joseph, MO. We are committed to delivering exceptional products and services to our clients while maintaining a strong emphasis on safety, efficiency, and customer satisfaction. As we continue to grow, we are seeking dedicated and skilled CDL Drivers - Materials Handlers to join our team.

As a Material Handler, you will be responsible for efficiently and safely preparing materials, equipment and various products for delivery, while also assisting with inventory management tasks within our facility. This role requires a strong attention to detail, a commitment to safety, and the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.

Four Day Work Week: 5:00AM – 3:30PM, M-Th
Three Day Work Week: 5:00AM - 5:30PM, F-Su
(11% Shift Differential)

Van-Am provides a full employee benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, disability and 401K!

Material Handler Key Responsibilities:

  • Load and unload materials from vehicles, ensuring proper handling and secure transportation.
  • Perform material handling tasks, including organizing, labeling, and maintaining inventory.
  • Communicate effectively with coworkers, and clients to ensure smooth operations.
  • Adhere to all safety protocols and guidelines, promoting a culture of safety within the team.
  • Maintain a clean and organized work environment in the warehouse.

Material Handler:

  • At least two years of experience as a Material Handler in a manufacturing environment.
  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Ability to safely and efficiently operate various types of forklifts.
  • Excellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy in all tasks.
  • Physical stamina and the ability to lift and carry heavy objects.
  • Basic computer skills for documentation and communication purposes.

If you are a reliable and safety-conscious individual with a passion for logistics and material handling, we invite you to apply for the position of Materials Handler at Van-Am. Join our team and contribute to our continued success by ensuring the timely and secure movement of materials and products.

Van-Am is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences.

As a federal government contractor, Van-Am Tool & Engineering is required to maintain a drug-free workplace under the Drug-Free Workplace Act. As part of the hiring process, all candidates who receive a conditional job offer must undergo a pre-employment drug test, which includes testing for marijuana, regardless of state legalization.


Testing is conducted after a job offer is extended, and results are kept confidential. A positive result may impact the final offer of employment. Van-Am complies with all applicable Federal, State (including Missouri and Iowa), and DOT regulations, where relevant.


Van-Am is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

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