Material Handler - 1st Shift

Overview

We are seeking a reliable and experienced Material Handler to support daily manufacturing operations. This position is responsible for safely handling, transporting, organizing, and distributing materials throughout the facility to ensure production departments have the necessary supplies to meet operational demands.

The ideal candidate will have previous material handling experience in a manufacturing environment, forklift operating experience, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced setting.

Schedule: Monday-Friday 6:00am-2:30pm

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Safely transport and distribute raw materials, parts, and finished products to designated production departments.
• Operate forklifts and other material handling equipment to move, load, and unload materials.
• Ensure materials are delivered to the correct departments, workstations, and storage locations.
• Assist with receiving, unloading, and organizing incoming materials and shipments.
• Maintain accurate inventory organization and properly identify and label materials.
• Supply production departments with necessary materials to prevent delays in manufacturing operations.
• Move completed products and materials to designated storage or shipping areas.
• Maintain clean, safe, and organized work areas, including aisles, storage locations, and production spaces.
• Inspect materials for damage, shortages, or discrepancies and report concerns to leadership.
• Follow all company safety procedures, forklift operating guidelines, and OSHA requirements.
• Communicate effectively with supervisors and production teams regarding material needs and priorities.
• Perform additional warehouse and production support duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Experience

• Previous material handling experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment required.
• Previous forklift operating experience required.
• Ability to safely operate forklifts and other material handling equipment; must complete company-required forklift training and evaluation.
• Experience handling raw materials, production parts, and finished goods.
• Basic understanding of inventory management, material organization, and warehouse procedures.
• Ability to read and follow work instructions, material labels, and production requirements.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with production teams.
• Dependable, punctual, and able to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and move materials weighing up to 50 pounds, with assistance or equipment when necessary.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, and perform repetitive movements throughout the shift.
• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment with exposure to noise, machinery, and moving equipment.
• Ability to safely operate material handling equipment and follow established safety procedures.
• Must be able to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE).

Preferred Qualifications

• At least 1 year of material handling experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience operating sit-down and/or stand-up forklifts.
• Familiarity with manufacturing production processes and material flow.
• Experience with inventory tracking systems or warehouse management systems.

Work Environment

This position operates in an active manufacturing facility and requires frequent movement between production departments, material storage areas, and shipping/receiving locations. Employees must maintain awareness of their surroundings and follow all safety procedures.

PlayCore and its family of brands considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

Pay: From $21.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person