Material Handler - 1st Shift

DescriptionPosition Summary: The Material Handler is responsible for safely and efficiently moving, staging, and supplying materials used in the plastics production area of a reel manufacturing facility. This position spends approximately 75 percent of the time operating a forklift and 25 percent performing material-handling tasks on foot. The role supports daily production by ensuring machines have the correct raw materials, finished goods are transported properly, and inventory remains accurate and organized.

Responsibilities:

• Operate a forklift for the majority of the shift to move raw materials, finished plastic components, and packaging supplies.

• Supply Plastic production lines with necessary materials.

• Load and unload materials using forklifts, pallet jacks, or other approved equipment.

• Transfer finished plastic components (flanges, spacers, cores, etc.) to designated storage or staging areas.

• Conduct floor-level material handling, inspections, labeling, and housekeeping tasks.

• Maintain accurate counts while pulling, issuing, or returning materials to inventory.

• Perform daily checks on material levels and notify leadership when stock is low.

• Assist with cycle counts and inventory audits as required.

• Ensure materials are properly labeled, stored, and handled according to safety and quality standards.

• Remove scrap and waste materials from production lines and dispose of them in the appropriate containers.

• Keep work areas clean, organized, and free of hazards.

• Follow all facility safety protocols, including PPE requirements, forklift safety, and lockout/tagout where applicable.

• Communicate with supervisors, machine operators, and other departments to support production flow.

• Perform other duties as assigned to support the plastics department and overall operations.

Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

• Previous material handling, warehouse, or manufacturing experience required; plastics or extrusion experience preferred.

• Strong forklift experience; valid forklift certification or ability to become certified.

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work in a fast-paced production environment.

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

• Good communication and teamwork skills.

• Comfortable working in varying temperatures and industrial environments.