2nd Shift Material Handler: Forklift & Inventory Control

Colonial Group; Mansfield (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Colonial Group in Mansfield, TX is seeking a Material Handler I to keep our production lines supplied and moving efficiently.

You will operate a Class II sit-down forklift, update location and inventory data in our systems, and coordinate with supervisors to ensure on-time delivery of materials and parts. The role requires basic English literacy, attention to detail, and a readiness to work in a hands-on manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Read, write, speak and understand basic English.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate a forklift to transport inbound and outbound materials within production cells.
• Update data in computer systems including location and inventory count.
• Verify material move requirements and check order status to support daily production schedules.
• Correspond with supervisors to resolve shortages or discrepancies.
• Report accurate counts of parts and scrap via paperwork or electronic entry.
• Assist with material requests and ordering components as needed.
• Perform daily safety inspections of handling equipment and weekly maintenance of lift truck batteries.
• Follow lean manufacturing principles to improve efficiency and maintain an organized work area.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Forklift operation

Data entry

Inventory control

Lean manufacturing

English literacy

RF Scanner

Pallet Jack

BOM reading

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

RF Scanner

Pallet Jack

Class II Sit-Down Forklift

Job description

Colonial Group in Mansfield, TX is seeking a Material Handler I to keep our production lines supplied and moving efficiently.

You will operate a Class II sit-down forklift, update location and inventory data in our systems, and coordinate with supervisors to ensure on-time delivery of materials and parts. The role requires basic English literacy, attention to detail, and a readiness to work in a hands-on manufacturing environment.