Fcl - Material Handler - 1St Shift (ID #482500)

Job Title:

Material Handler (1st Shift)

Location:

Carson, CA

Wage:

$18.20 per hour

Shift:

First shift (day shift) d)

Job Summary:

The Material Handler is responsible for managing the movement, storage, and dispatch of materials and inventory within the warehouse or production facility. This role supports production, shipping, receiving, and inventory control to ensure materials are available where and when needed, safely and efficiently.

Key Responsibilities:

• Receive incoming materials and inspect for quantity, quality, and condition; report any damage or discrepancies

• Unload trucks, trailers, or other delivery vehicles

• Move materials to storage areas, production floors, or staging areas using hand trucks, pallet jacks, forklifts, or other material handling equipment

• Pick, pack, and prepare orders for shipment as needed

• Maintain accurate inventory records, including updating logs, computer systems, or scanners

• Conduct cycle counts and assist with physical inventories

• Label and organize inventory properly to support easy location and retrieval

• Maintain cleanliness and safety in work areas — ensure materials are stored safely, aisles are clear, and tools/equipment are properly stored

• Follow all safety procedures, use proper personal protective equipment (PPE), and adhere to company policies and OSHA guidelines

• Assist in other warehouse tasks as needed (e.g. packing, wrapping, shipping coordination)

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED preferred (or equivalent work experience)

• Prior warehouse or material handling experience is a plus

• Forklift certification or ability to obtain one is preferred

• Ability to safely lift, push, pull, or carry up to 50 pounds (or specify weight depending on facility needs) frequently

• Basic computer skills (entering data, using inventory systems, scanning devices)

• Strong attention to detail and ability to organize materials properly

• Good communication skills and the ability to follow instructions accurately

• Dependable, punctual, capable of working full 1st shift schedule

Physical Requirements:

• Standing, walking, bending, stooping for long periods

• Frequently lifting and moving materials

• Operating material handling equipment (forklifts, pallet jacks)

• Ability to handle repetitive motions and possibly work in varying temperature conditions, depending on warehouse environment