Day Shift: Materials Handler & Forklift Operator

Central Power Systems & Serivces; Platte City (MO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Ins.

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Employee Assistance Program

Day shift

Overtime Opportunities

Job summary

Central Power Systems & Services in Platte City, MO is seeking a Material Handler-Forklift Operator to support our Generator Manufacturing team. You will receive, inspect, and stock materials, move parts with forklifts, and help ensure on-time production.

The role emphasizes safety, accuracy, and teamwork in a fast-paced environment, with benefits and opportunities for growth within a company with a long history of powering critical infrastructure.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum one year of warehouse, manufacturing, logistics, or material handling experience preferred.
• Forklift experience required.
• Shipping and receiving experience preferred.
• Basic computer proficiency required.
• Experience with inventory systems or ERP software is a plus.
• Ability to read work orders, packing slips, and inventory documentation.

Responsibilities

• Receive, inspect, and verify incoming shipments for accuracy and quality.
• Organize and maintain inventory to support efficient production operations.
• Accurately store materials and components in designated warehouse locations.
• Pull and stage materials for manufacturing and assembly teams.
• Support production by ensuring the right parts are available at the right time.
• Load, unload, move, and transport materials using forklifts, pallet jacks, and other equipment.
• Maintain inventory records and assist with cycle counts and inventory audits.
• Create and apply labels to ensure proper identification and traceability of materials.
• Package materials and products for shipment.
• Process returns and maintain supporting documentation.
• Monitor inventory levels and communicate replenishment needs.
• Partner with Purchasing, Production, and Warehouse teams to resolve material issues and support operational goals.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Support team members and assist with special projects as needed.

Skills

Forklift operation

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Safety-conscious

Basic computer skills

Reading work orders

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

ERP software

Inventory systems

Job description

Central Power Systems & Services in Platte City, MO is seeking a Material Handler-Forklift Operator to support our Generator Manufacturing team. You will receive, inspect, and stock materials, move parts with forklifts, and help ensure on-time production.

The role emphasizes safety, accuracy, and teamwork in a fast-paced environment, with benefits and opportunities for growth within a company with a long history of powering critical infrastructure.