Lead Material Handler: Inventory, Safety & Team Leadership

Broderson Manufacturing Corp.; Lenexa (KS); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Broderson Manufacturing Corp. is seeking a Material Handler Lead in Lenexa, KS to supervise a team of material handlers and ensure smooth material flow to production.

You will partner with operations to maintain inventory accuracy, coordinate priorities, and uphold safety standards on the warehouse floor. The role emphasizes hands-on leadership, forklift operation, and continuous improvement in materials handling and warehouse processes, with a focus on team development and operational

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience in warehouse, logistics, or manufacturing operations.
• Forklift experience and safe operation of industrial equipment.
• Strong attention to inventory accuracy and detail.
• Ability to work independently while supporting a team.
• Good communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily warehouse and material handling activities.
• Coach and assist team to meet safety, quality, and productivity standards.
• Ensure timely movement of materials to production areas.
• Support inventory control, cycle counts, and accuracy initiatives.
• Identify opportunities to improve material flow and warehouse organization.
• Maintain storage, traceability, and proper identification of materials.

Skills

Team leadership

Inventory control

Forklift operation

Attention to detail

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

ERP systems

Warehouse Management Systems

Powered industrial equipment

Job description

Broderson Manufacturing Corp. is seeking a Material Handler Lead in Lenexa, KS to supervise a team of material handlers and ensure smooth material flow to production.

You will partner with operations to maintain inventory accuracy, coordinate priorities, and uphold safety standards on the warehouse floor. The role emphasizes hands-on leadership, forklift operation, and continuous improvement in materials handling and warehouse processes, with a focus on team development and operational