material handler

Material Handler

Pay Range: $20.00–$23.53 per hour, depending on relevant experience and qualifications.

Job Summary

The Material Handler is responsible for receiving, organizing, staging, and distributing materials to support daily production operations. This role requires accurate inventory management, basic computer and ERP system skills, safe material handling, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Receive, move, stage, issue, and organize production materials.
• Complete material transactions according to production schedules and Epicor ERP signals.
• Pull, issue, and transfer parts within the ERP system.
• Read and follow job travelers, sales orders, SOPs, and work instructions.
• Perform cycle counts and maintain accurate inventory records.
• Restock and organize warehouse and production areas.
• Operate forklifts and other material-handling equipment after completing required certification.
• Follow all safety procedures, PPE requirements, and company policies.
• Communicate material shortages, discrepancies, or inventory issues to appropriate personnel.
• Maintain clean, organized, and safe work areas.

Candidate Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Previous warehouse, inventory, shipping, receiving, or manufacturing experience preferred.
• Forklift experience preferred; willingness to obtain required certification.
• Basic computer and accurate data-entry skills; ERP experience is a plus.
• Ability to perform basic math and maintain accurate material counts.
• Strong organizational, communication, and prioritization skills.
• Ability to stand, bend, reach, lift, and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to read, write, and understand plant instructions in English.
• Strong attendance, reliability, and commitment to workplace safety.