Forklift Operator & Material Flow Specialist

Westlake Chemical; Lenexa (KS); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Westlake is seeking a Material Handler in Lenexa, Kansas, to operate a powered industrial vehicle, support shipping, receiving, and material handling, and uphold safety policies. This role requires loading/unloading pallets, verifying outgoing shipments, and maintaining accurate inventory while working in a team-oriented environment.

Responsibilities include maintaining 5S/Safety standards, assisting with physical inventory, and coordinating with production to keep operations running smoothly.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent with relevant training or certification.
• 1-2 years of experience in material handling or related field.
• Ability to read and interpret shipping/receiving documents.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload pallets using forklift; inspect and verify shipments.
• Maintain inventory accuracy and assist with physical counts.
• Support production with timely material movement and 5S/Safety practices.

Skills

Forklift operation

Inventory management

Teamwork

Reading shipping docs

Basic computer skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Sit-down forklift

Electric pallet jack

Job description

Westlake is seeking a Material Handler in Lenexa, Kansas, to operate a powered industrial vehicle, support shipping, receiving, and material handling, and uphold safety policies. This role requires loading/unloading pallets, verifying outgoing shipments, and maintaining accurate inventory while working in a team-oriented environment.

Responsibilities include maintaining 5S/Safety standards, assisting with physical inventory, and coordinating with production to keep operations running smoothly.