1st Shift Material Handler — Inventory & Material Flow

ThermoSafe; Putnam (CT); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

ThermoSafe in Putnam, CT is seeking a Material Handler to support daily production and warehouse operations. You will move, stage, and supply materials, WIP, and finished goods, ensuring accurate inventory and on-time delivery.

You will operate forklifts and other material handling equipment, follow 5S standards and safety procedures, and work overtime as needed to meet production schedules.

Qualifications

• High school diploma and 2 years of material handler experience typically required.
• Maintain cleanliness of manufacturing and storage areas using 5S standards.
• Perform all duties in a manner that demonstrates the highest level of quality and safety.

Responsibilities

• Supply raw materials, components, packaging, and work-in-process materials to manufacturing and secondary assembly areas to support uninterrupted production flow.
• Prepare WIP and finished goods for internal movement or shipment in accordance with work instructions, including stretch wrapping, strapping, labeling, and staging.
• Move WIP, finished goods, scrap, and non-conforming materials from production areas to the warehouse, staging locations, scrap areas, or designated storage locations.
• Operate powered industrial trucks, forklifts, pallet jacks, and other material handling equipment safely while completing required pre-use inspections and safety documentation.
• Load and unload trailers, verify materials against shipping or receiving documentation, and ensure products are handled and staged accurately.
• Support inventory accuracy by verifying counts, identifying discrepancies, performing cycle counts, and communicating inventory issues to the appropriate team members.
• Complete required production, inventory, warehouse, and quality records accurately and in accordance with established procedures.
• Work overtime as needed to support production schedules, shipping deadlines, and business needs.

Skills

Material handling

Forklift operation

Inventory control

Safety/compliance

PPE usage

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Forklift

Pallet jack

Job description

ThermoSafe in Putnam, CT is seeking a Material Handler to support daily production and warehouse operations. You will move, stage, and supply materials, WIP, and finished goods, ensuring accurate inventory and on-time delivery.

You will operate forklifts and other material handling equipment, follow 5S standards and safety procedures, and work overtime as needed to meet production schedules.