Material Handler

Charcuterie Artisans; Burrillville (RI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Charcuterie Artisans is seeking a Material Handler to move, stage, and prepare materials for production. You will operate forklifts and pallet jacks, maintain organized workspaces, and ensure materials are available where needed.

This role requires adapting to cold-storage areas and following FIFO procedures. Qualified candidates have a high school diploma or GED, forklift certification (or ability to obtain within 90 days), and warehouse experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Forklift certification required within 90 days of hire if not currently certified.
• Experience in warehouse, manufacturing, distribution or similar environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Transport materials from storage to production areas and designated destinations.
• Supply production areas with raw materials, packaging materials and supplies.
• Prepare and stage components, materials and work orders as needed.
• Perform basic material prep including labeling, wrapping and sorting.
• Maintain clean and organized staging areas; follow FIFO procedures.

Skills

Warehouse operations

Written/verbal directions

Team-oriented

Physical endurance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

ERP systems

Barcode scanning

Job description

The Material Handler plays an important role in keeping materials flowing efficiently throughout the facility. This position is responsible for transporting, staging, organizing, and preparing materials for use in production and other designated areas. The associate will operate material-handling equipment, maintain orderly workspaces, and help ensure that the appropriate materials are available to the right location when needed.

Forklift certification or willingness to become certified is required. Candidates who are not currently certified must obtain certification within 90 days of hire.

Key Responsibilities:

• Transport materials from storage locations to production areas and other designated destinations.
• Supply production areas with raw materials, packaging materials, and necessary supplies.
• Prepare and stage components, materials, and work orders according to operational needs.
• Perform basic material preparation activities, including labeling, wrapping, and sorting.
• Keep staging areas clean, organized, and free of unnecessary obstructions.
• Apply FIFO (First-In, First-Out) procedures and follow established material rotation requirements.
• Remove waste and help maintain proper organization of empty containers.
• Provide support for receiving and shipping activities when needed.
• Safely operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and other approved material-handling equipment.
• Perform additional responsibilities and tasks as assigned by management.

Qualifications/Skills:

• General knowledge of warehouse or material-handling operations.
• Ability to understand and accurately follow written and verbal directions.
• Willingness and ability to learn and use ERP systems and barcode scanning technology.
• Ability to work effectively in a high-volume, physically active environment.
• Dependable, team-focused approach with a strong work ethic.
• Current forklift certification is required, or the ability to successfully obtain certification within 90 days of hire.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Previous experience in a warehouse, manufacturing, distribution, or similar environment is preferred.
• Forklift certification is required within 90 days of employment if the candidate does not already hold a valid certification.

Physical Requirements/Working Environment:

This position involves regular physical activity, including standing, walking, bending, and lifting materials as part of normal job duties.

The Materials Associate I must also be capable of working in cold-storage areas. Typical temperatures are approximately 40°F , with occasional exposure to environments as cold as -4°F.

Employees may be asked to perform other duties or responsibilities as needed, directed by management, or assigned based on business and operational requirements.

$23.56 - $23.56 an hour