Material Handler - 1st Shift

FurstStaffing is looking for Material Handlers to work on 1st shift.  The Material Handlers will handle a variety of duties: 10% will be forklift and 90% will be manually picking up materials and putting them in a bin (binning) and supplying the line with materials.  Forklift experience is not necessary; training will be provided.  The primary function is to manage the physical movement of materials—including raw goods, components, and finished products—within warehouse, production, and shipping/receiving areas. These roles are critical to ensuring smooth operations, inventory accuracy, and on-time shipments. 

Hours: 1st shift 6am-2:30pm Monday-Friday 

Pay: 1st shift $18.50 

Benefits: Furst Benefits

Essential Job Functions: 

• Pull finished goods from stock to complete orders using barcoding systems accurately and efficiently 

• Stack materials securely to prevent damage during transportation and shipping 

• Execute system transactions in MRP/ERP systems and generate required reports 

• Perform daily inventory cycle counts in accordance with standardized work instructions 

• Unload finished goods from outfeed conveyors to pallets 

• Manage scrap materials and unload offcuts to A-frames 

• Move completed pallets to designated shipping areas 

• Load raw materials and offcuts into the inventory system 

• Conduct quality inspections on finished goods to ensure compliance with company standards 

• Coordinate with team members to ensure shipments are packaged and shipped ahead of due dates 

• Wrap, crate, and package completed orders using cardboard and wood materials to protect goods during transit 

• Package finished goods for parcel shipments and process orders through FedEx and UPS systems 

• Load and unload trucks safely and efficiently 

• Coordinate daily departmental activities to meet shipping schedules 

• Identify and communicate potential late orders to the Supervisor 

• Maintain cleanliness and organization of packaging and crating areas 

• Work safely and comply with all company safety policies and procedures 

• Partner with the Supervisor and team members to meet departmental goals 

• Perform other duties as assigned 

Knowledge, Skills & Experience Requirements: 

• 1–3 years of experience in a material handling role within a warehouse or distribution environment 

• Experience with packaging, crating, and handling hardware components 

• Strong knowledge of packaging standards and techniques to prevent freight damage 

• Familiarity with barcoding systems and ERP/MRP software 

• Proven ability to handle and stack materials carefully to prevent damage 

• Ability to operate hand tools and equipment used in wood crating 

• General understanding of shipping practices and documentation 

• Strong attention to detail with a commitment to accuracy and quality 

• Effective communication skills and ability to work well with supervisors and team members 

• Demonstrated initiative, strong work ethic, and willingness to learn 

• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills 

• Ability to work flexibly in a multi-functional team environment 

• Reliable attendance and demonstrated longevity in work history are a priority 

• Willingness and availability to work overtime as needed to meet operational demands 

• Forklift experience and certification preferred

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Please apply directly to this posting. If already registered with FurstStaffing, contact Emily at 815-656-4490. 

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