Forklift Logistics Material Specialist

A day in the life

You start by safely unloading inbound trucks, matching every shipment against its bill of lading and packing list. If quantities or part numbers don’t align, you coordinate with Purchasing and related teams to clear up discrepancies. When items show wear or damage, you tag them accordingly and document the issue. Next, you record receipts to the correct purchase orders, route paperwork to the right people, and post the receipt in the ERP system within 24 hours.

Midday, you’re on the forklift moving materials to and from storage, pulling parts for orders, and staging outbound loads. Before anything ships, you verify accuracy, package to protect contents, and complete document filing and archiving. Throughout the day you follow warehouse procedures, keep work areas tidy, and provide responsive, high-quality service to both internal and external customers—all while meeting Flowserve safety requirements.

Core responsibilities

• Unload incoming shipments and verify against bills of lading and packing lists.
• Resolve packing list variances by collaborating with Purchasing and other departments.
• Inspect materials; identify and tag damaged goods when needed.
• Accurately post receipts to the correct POs; distribute paperwork to appropriate personnel.
• Complete ERP receipts within 24 hours of material arrival.
• Confirm accuracy of outbound shipments; package to prevent transit damage.
• Handle document filing and archiving requirements properly.
• Operate a forklift to move materials around the facility.
• Follow warehouse processes; maintain good housekeeping in assigned areas.
• Abide by all Flowserve safety requirements.
• Provide exemplary support to internal and external customers.
• Other duties as assigned.

What you bring

• Basic computer skills and comfort with Microsoft Office; able to navigate systems effectively.
• Willingness to work occasional overtime, including some weekends and evenings.
• Physical capability to stand for extended periods; walk frequently; kneel, twist, and bend.
• Ability to regularly lift/move up to 50 lbs and occasionally buddy-lift/move more than 100 lbs.
• Vision: close, distance, color, peripheral, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• Adaptability to a production environment with multiple product changeovers; strong multitasking.
• Eagerness to learn and cross-train across different functions.
• Comfort speaking the language of logistics; solid communication and interpersonal skills.

Preferred qualifications

• Prior material handling and forklift experience; current forklift certification.
• Familiarity with ERP systems.
• Strong analytical, research, and problem-solving skills; keen attention to detail.
• HS Diploma/GED and/or 0–2 years of relevant experience.