Material handler

Employment type: Full-time, temp-to-hire

Pay: $18 - $21/hour

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 1st shift, flexible start times at 6:00 AM, 7:00 AM, or 8:00 AM

Role overview

You’ll support warehouse and logistics operations by receiving, storing, picking, moving, staging, and loading materials while safely operating forklifts and other warehouse equipment.

Warehouse responsibilities

• Operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and other warehouse equipment safely and efficiently.
• Pick, count, stage, and prepare materials for shipping and customer orders.
• Load and unload trucks.
• Move materials throughout the warehouse.
• Receive, store, and distribute products, tools, equipment, and inventory.
• Sort and organize materials on racks, shelves, pallets, and designated storage locations.
• Verify shipping, receiving, inventory, and operational documents for accuracy.
• Build, tear down, and secure crates, containers, and packaging materials using hand tools.
• Identify inventory discrepancies and operational concerns and report them to leadership.
• Assist with training and basic guidance for new team members when needed.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization in warehouse and staging areas.
• Follow safety policies and warehouse procedures.
• Support additional warehouse and logistics operations as assigned.

What you’ll need

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 2 years of warehouse, distribution, or logistics experience.
• Ability to safely operate forklifts and warehouse equipment.
• Ability to read and complete shipping, receiving, and inventory documentation.
• Experience working in a fast-paced warehouse environment.
• Basic computer skills and ability to use web-based systems.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to workplace safety.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Current forklift certification preferred.
• Valid driver's license preferred.
• Experience with RF scanners, inventory management systems, and warehouse software preferred.
• Previous experience training or mentoring warehouse associates preferred.

Physical and work environment

• Fast-paced warehouse and distribution setting.
• Frequent forklift operation and material movement.
• Standing, walking, bending, lifting, and reaching throughout the shift.
• Exposure to shipping docks, warehouse equipment, and active logistics operations.
• Team-oriented environment focused on safety, quality, and productivity.