Material Flow Specialist

MILWAUKEE ELECTRIC TOOL; Cookeville (TN); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Milwaukee Tool is seeking a Material Operator to support manufacturing by receiving, storing, moving, stocking, and shipping materials while maintaining inventory accuracy. You will operate forklifts and high-reach trucks, unload shipments, and ensure safe, efficient flow of materials to sustain uninterrupted production.

Responsibilities include inventory transactions in the ERP system, cycle counts, and collaboration with production, warehouse, and shipping teams.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Moderate proficiency to read and communicate in English.
• Forklift Certification (Milwaukee will train).
• Attention to detail and accuracy in material handling.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate material handling equipment (forklifts, high-reach trucks up to 30 ft, swing-reach trucks).
• Receive inbound shipments and verify against receiving documentation.
• Transfer inventory to storage locations and maintain accuracy in ERP system transactions.
• Store and organize raw materials, components, and finished goods to maximize safety and efficiency.
• Support continuous production flow with timely replenishment at workstations.
• Load/unload trailers and ship customer orders with accuracy.

Skills

Forklift operation

Inventory accuracy

Safety mindset

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Urgency & speed

Candid communication

Relentless improvement

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift Certification

Job description

Milwaukee Tool is seeking a Material Operator to support manufacturing by receiving, storing, moving, stocking, and shipping materials while maintaining inventory accuracy. You will operate forklifts and high-reach trucks, unload shipments, and ensure safe, efficient flow of materials to sustain uninterrupted production.

Responsibilities include inventory transactions in the ERP system, cycle counts, and collaboration with production, warehouse, and shipping teams.