Material Handler

The Material Handler supports production operations by safely and efficiently moving raw materials, staged coils, work-in-process inventory, and finished goods. The role also supports daily yard activities by organizing materials, maintaining clean work areas, and assisting with truck loading and unloading. These responsibilities help ensure inventory accuracy, production readiness, orderly storage, and uninterrupted material flow in support of safety, quality, and on-time production.

Key Responsibilities

• Load and unload coils, raw materials, and other production-related materials safely and efficiently.
• Stage materials for upcoming production runs to ensure timely equipment setup and workflow continuity.
• Transport finished bundles from the production area to designated storage or staging locations.
• Coordinate daily shipping and receiving activities to support timely material flow.
• Load and unload incoming and outgoing shipments safely and efficiently.
• Assist with organizing and maintaining yard inventory and storage locations
• Support production flow by moving materials and staging completed product for shipment
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the yard and work areas
• Assist with modifying and improving yard layout as production demands change
• Maintain accurate inventory labels, identification, and material tracking records.
• Organize work-in-process material storage locations to support efficient access and material control.
• Operate forklifts and other material handling equipment in a safe and responsible manner.
• Assist the production team during changeovers to help reduce delays and support readiness.
• Help minimize downtime by ensuring materials are available and production support needs are addressed promptly.
• Follow all safety procedures, PPE requirements, and established operating practices.
• Support other production and warehouse functions as needed.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Ability to read production drawings, measurements, and specifications accurately.
• Mechanical aptitude and the ability to troubleshoot minor equipment issues.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively with production, maintenance, and management.
• Understanding of machine safety requirements and lockout/tagout procedures.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment while maintaining attention to quality and safety.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in roll forming, metal manufacturing, or a similar production environment.
• Forklift experience or certification.
• Experience training or guiding team members during production runs.
• Bilingual English/Spanish communication skills.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 75 pounds.
• Ability to bend, stoop, crouch, twist, kneel, reach, and stand for extended periods.
• Ability to work around moving equipment and materials in indoor and outdoor conditions.

Work Environment

This position requires work in both indoor production areas and outdoor yard conditions around moving equipment, trucks, coils, and other materials. Employees are expected to follow all safety procedures and wear required personal protective equipment.

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Paid holidays
• Paid time off
• Health benefits
• 401(k) program
• Stable and growing company environment
• Starting Pay: $22–$24 per hour, depending on experience
• Schedule: Monday–Thursday, 5:00 AM–3:30 PM
• Overtime: Must be available Fridays and Saturdays as needed during periods of high production demand
• We are a drug-free and alcohol-free workplace.

Next Level Decking is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or pregnancy.

Pay: $22.00 - $24.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• Do you hold a Forklift certification?

Experience:

• Material Handler: 2 years (Required)

Language:

• English and Spanish (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Goodyear, AZ 85338 (Required)

Work Location: In person