Material Handler

ISHE; Boise, Northern (ID, KY); Hybrid; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

PTO 4 weeks

Volunteer time off

Parental leave

Medical benefits

401(k) plan

Tuition reimbursement

Employee referral

Job summary

Multiquip Inc. in Boise, Idaho is seeking a Material Handler I to safely transport materials to assembly lines and support multiple departments. You will help maintain an organized work environment while following safety protocols and daily forklift operations.

The role requires lifting up to 50 pounds, standing for long shifts, and certification readiness. Competitive benefits and full-time hours apply with occasional overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required or equivalent.
• Ability to pass Multiquip Forklift Certification.
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules, inventory tags, operating instructions, and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload materials onto pallets, racks, trays, and shelves.
• Move materials between storage areas, production lines, and designated work sites.
• Count, weigh, and document materials handled.
• Tag, label, or mark materials and containers for identification.
• Stack, bundle, and band materials for storage or shipment.
• Safely operate hoists, forklifts (standup and sitdown), and other material-handling equipment.
• Locate, stage, and distribute pallets and temporary storage containers.
• Conduct daily forklift inspections.
• Read and interpret part tags to determine next operation and storage destinations.
• Communicate clearly and professionally with leads, coworkers, and supervisors.
• Handle equipment carefully and maintain a safe, clean work environment.

Skills

Forklift operation

Reading comprehension

Basic math

Communication

Safety rules

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Boise, Idaho, United States

Position Title: Material Handler

FullTime Hourly OnSite Day Shift (5:00am3:30pm Monday to Thursday, Overtime on Friday as needed)

Join our team as a Material Handler I, where you'll play a key role in keeping production moving by safely transporting materials to the assembly lines, supporting the weld, machine shop and fabrication teams, and maintaining an organized work environment.

What Youll Do

• Load and unload materials onto pallets, racks, trays, and shelves
• Move materials between storage areas, production lines, and designated work sites
• Count, weigh, and document materials handled
• Tag, label, or mark materials and containers for identification
• Stack, bundle, and band materials for storage or shipment
• Safely operate hoists, forklifts (standup and sitdown), and other material-handling equipment
• Locate, stage, and distribute pallets and temporary storage containers
• Empty cardboard bins into designated recycling and garbage containers
• Conduct daily forklift inspections
• Read and interpret part tags to determine next operation and storage destinations
• Communicate clearly and professionally with leads, coworkers, and supervisors
• Handle equipment carefully and maintain a safe, clean work environment
• Perform additional duties as assigned
• Maintain regular and reliable attendance

What Youll Need

• Ability to pass the Multiquip Forklift Certification
• High school diploma or GED
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules, inventory tags, operating instructions, and procedure manuals
• Basic written communication skills for reports and routine documentation
• Ability to clearly communicate with teams and employees
• Strong basic math skills, including working with whole numbers, fractions, decimals, rates, ratios, and percentages
• Ability to interpret bar graphs and follow written, verbal, or diagram-based instructions
• Basic computer skills
• Ability to operate forklifts, hoists, and hand or air-powered tools
• Ability to problemsolve using common-sense understanding in standard work situations

Physical Requirements

• Frequent standing and walking throughout the shift
• Frequent use of hands, arms, and manual dexterity
• Occasional stooping, kneeling, or crouching
• Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds regularly
• Ability to stand for 10 hours per day in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Visual abilities include close vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception
• Exposure to chemicals such as gas, diesel, and related materials
• Work environment may be loud; hearing protection is required

Compensation and Benefits

• Pay wage: $19.00 / hour
• 9 paid Holidays
• Generous Paid Time Off - Accrues at a rate of 4 weeks per year to start
• Paid Volunteer Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• Excellent Benefits Package for Full Time Employees that starts the 1st of the month after 30 days of hire date including:
  • Medical,Dental,Vision, Life Insurance, Disability,Flex Spending, Accidental Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance & Legal Insurance
• Retirement Planning - 401(k) plan including Discretionary Company Match
• Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250 a year
• Employee Referral Program
• Employee Assistance Program

Multiquip provides competitive pay and benefits and supports our employees through our values of safety, integrity and respect.

Employment is subject to pre-Employment physical, drug-screening and background investigation. E-Verify (www.dhs.gov/E-Verify) is used to verify a candidates legal right to work in the U.S.

Multiquip Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will received consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or other protected class.