Material Handler

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East; Bend (OR); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly pay

Monday–Friday schedule

Full-time employment

Team-oriented warehouse environment

Job summary

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East is seeking a dependable Material Handler (Warehouse & Forklift Operator) for our Prineville, Oregon facility. The role focuses on receiving shipments, inventory movement, order fulfillment, and operating forklifts and pallet jacks.

You will work Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with a requirement of a valid driver's license and on-site vehicle for inter-building transport.

Qualifications

• Experience operating forklift, electric tug, or pallet jack.
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating instructions, maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to regularly push, pull, and lift up to 50 pounds.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Dependable work ethic and reliable attendance.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Commitment to workplace safety and operational excellence.

Responsibilities

• Receive, unload, and transport server racks, equipment, and materials to designated warehouse locations.
• Depalletize, move, and organize incoming inventory and shipments.
• Receive, check in, book, unbox, and re-box incoming and outgoing deliveries.
• Read and interpret customer orders, work orders, packing slips, and shipping documents.
• Accurately gather, distribute, and prepare items for shipment.
• Safely operate material handling equipment, including forklifts, electric tugs, and pallet jacks.
• Assist with inventory movement, stock organization, and warehouse material flow.
• Maintain an organized, clean, and safe warehouse environment.
• Collaborate with team members to meet daily operational goals and production targets.
• Follow all company safety procedures and standard operating practices.

Skills

Forklift Operator

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Communication skills

Safety awareness

Reliability/attendance

Tools

Forklift

Pallet Jack

Electric Tug

Job description

Material Handler (Warehouse & Forklift Operator)

Location

Prineville, OR

Job Type

Full-Time

Pay

$23.88 per hour

Schedule

Monday-Friday | 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Position Overview

We are seeking a dependable and safety-conscious Material Handler to join our warehouse operations team in Prineville, Oregon. This position is responsible for receiving shipments, inventory movement, order fulfillment, warehouse operations, and material handling equipment operation. Must have valid driver's license and vehicle on site to travel between buildings on job site.

The ideal candidate has experience operating forklifts, pallet jacks, or similar equipment and is comfortable working in a fast-paced warehouse environment. Success in this role requires attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and a commitment to workplace safety.

Responsibilities

• Receive, unload, and transport server racks, equipment, and materials to designated warehouse locations
• Depalletize, move, and organize incoming inventory and shipments
• Receive, check in, book, unbox, and re-box incoming and outgoing deliveries
• Read and interpret customer orders, work orders, packing slips, and shipping documents
• Accurately gather, distribute, and prepare items for shipment
• Safely operate material handling equipment, including forklifts, electric tugs, and pallet jacks
• Assist with inventory movement, stock organization, and warehouse material flow
• Maintain an organized, clean, and safe warehouse environment
• Collaborate with team members to meet daily operational goals and production targets
• Follow all company safety procedures and standard operating practices

Key Requirements

• Experience operating a forklift, electric tug, and/or pallet jack
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating instructions, maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
• Ability to regularly push, pull, and lift up to 50 pounds
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Dependable work ethic and reliable attendance
• Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Commitment to workplace safety and operational excellence

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous warehouse experience
• Previous material handling experience
• Shipping and receiving experience
• Inventory control or inventory management experience
• Experience working in distribution, logistics, or warehouse operations

Ideal Background

Candidates with experience in the following areas are encouraged to apply:

• Material Handler
• Forklift Operator
• Warehouse Associate
• Warehouse Worker
• Shipping & Receiving Associate
• Inventory Specialist
• Order Picker
• Distribution Associate
• Logistics Associate
• Stockroom Associate
• Warehouse Technician
• Pallet Jack Operator

Why Join Our Team?

• Competitive hourly pay of $23.88/hour
• Consistent Monday-Friday schedule
• Full-time employment opportunity
• Team-oriented warehouse environment
• Opportunity to utilize and expand material handling and logistics skills
• Stable position with a focus on safety and operational excellence