Entry-Level Material Handler: FIFO & Lean Warehouse

Hillphoenix; Conyers (GA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Dover Food Retail is seeking a Material Handler I in our Stock Room to support warehouse operations by receiving, putting away, and picking materials for production schedules.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED and 3–6 months of related experience; training will be provided to operate material-handling equipment. This entry-level position is non-exempt and eligible for commission-based pay plans as outlined.

Qualifications

• Basic reading and writing skills.
• Ability to understand and follow written job instructions.
• Basic computer skills for logging transactions on a tablet or PC.
• Ability to safely operate common material-handling equipment (training provided if needed).

Responsibilities

• Receive incoming materials, unload trucks, and open containers.
• Verify, label, and log incoming and outgoing goods using basic computer or tablet tools.
• Stock shelves and put materials away in assigned locations.
• Pick materials for orders, work orders, or production requests.
• Move materials throughout the facility using approved material-handling equipment (e.g., pallet jacks, forklifts, reach trucks, tuggers) or by hand.
• Follow FIFO (First In, First Out) procedures for material rotation.
• Assist with inventory counts and report material shortages when needed.
• Maintain clean, organized work areas in line with 5S and Lean practices.
• Safely lift items up to 30 lbs.
• Perform other warehouse tasks as assigned.

Skills

Basic reading/writing

Follow written instructions

Basic computer skills

Operate material-handling equipment

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Dover Food Retail is seeking a Material Handler I in our Stock Room to support warehouse operations by receiving, putting away, and picking materials for production schedules.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED and 3–6 months of related experience; training will be provided to operate material-handling equipment. This entry-level position is non-exempt and eligible for commission-based pay plans as outlined.