Fulfillment & Warehouse Processor Hourly

Pearson; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Pearson is seeking a Material Handler Lead to coordinate day-to-day material movement and staging activities to support production and shipping goals. This role provides hands-on leadership to a small team, helps prioritize work, and ensures accurate inventory handling while maintaining safety and housekeeping standards.

You will lead daily workflow, perform hands-on material handling, coordinate inbound/outbound activities, support inventory accuracy, operate forklifts, and train teammates on

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• 2+ years of warehouse/materials experience; lead experience preferred.
• Forklift certification or ability to obtain certification.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily workflow by assigning tasks, setting priorities, and balancing labor to meet production/shipping schedules.
• Perform hands-on material handling while guiding others (loading/unloading, staging, put-away, replenishment, picking).
• Coordinate inbound/outbound activities and communicate status/issues to supervisors and internal customers (production, shipping, planning).
• Support inventory accuracy: verify counts, help resolve discrepancies, assist with cycle counts.
• Operate material-handling equipment such as forklifts, pallet jacks, and carts (as trained/authorized).
• Train and coach team members on safe work practices, standard procedures, and quality expectations.
• Maintain safety and housekeeping; ensure aisles/exits are clear; report hazards or incidents promptly.
• Escalate equipment, quality, or staffing concerns; assist with shift handoffs and basic reporting.
• Other duties as directed by department leadership.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Prioritization

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift Certification

Job description

We are seeking a Material Handler Lead to coordinate day-to-day material movement and staging activities to support production and shipping goals. This role provides hands-on leadership to a small team, helps prioritize work, and ensures accurate inventory handling while maintaining safety and housekeeping standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead daily workflow: assign tasks, set priorities, and balance labor to meet production/shipping schedules.
• Work hands-on performing material handling while guiding others (loading/unloading, staging, put-away, replenishment, picking).
• Coordinate inbound/outbound activities and communicate status/issues to supervisors and internal customers (production, shipping, planning).
• Support inventory accuracy: verify counts, help resolve discrepancies, assist with cycle counts.
• Operate material-handling equipment such as forklifts, pallet jacks, and carts (as trained/authorized) and ensure safe use by the team.
• Train and coach team members on safe work practices, standard procedures, and quality expectations.
• Maintain safety and housekeeping. Ensure aisles/exits are clear; report hazards or incidents promptly.
• Escalate equipment, quality, or staffing concerns; assist with shift handoffs and basic reporting (productivity, shortages, damages).
• Other duties as directed by department leadership.

Qualifications

• High school diploma/GED preferred.
• [2+] years of warehouse/manufacturing materials experience; prior lead experience preferred.
• Forklift experience required; ability to obtain/maintain certification (as applicable).
• Comfortable using scanners and basic computer functions (email, data entry).
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and ability to prioritize work in a fast-paced environment.
• Reliable attendance and willingness to work overtime as needed.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand/walk for extended periods.
• Ability to lift/move up to [50] lbs, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to work around moving equipment and in a warehouse/production environment.

Pearson is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a member of E-Verify. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit and business need. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status or any other group protected by law. We actively seek qualified candidates who are protected veterans and individuals with disabilities as defined under VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act.

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