Material Handler

Kaizen Lab Inc.; Calhoun, Northern (GA, KY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Calhoun Super Structures is seeking a Material Handler to load/unload trucks, handle materials in yard and plant, and maintain clean, safe work areas. The role requires operating telehandlers and forklifts, inspecting shipments, and recording locations for inventory accuracy.

Ideal candidates have 1–5 years in a warehouse setting, basic math, and fluent English for clear communication. This on-site position offers a fast-paced environment with opportunities to contribute to production flow.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience operating telehandlers and forklifts.
• 1-5 years in warehouse or logistics preferred.
• Ability to read, write and follow instructions in English.
• Maintain education/licenses to operate warehouse equipment.
• Good communication skills and safety awareness.

Responsibilities

• Safe handling of materials with telehandler and forklift or other material handling equipment.
• Loading and unloading of incoming and outgoing materials and products.
• Receive, inspect, and verify shipments against paperwork; report discrepancies.
• Move materials to/from loading areas, trucks, storage, and manufacturing areas.
• Identify and label materials and record their locations for accurate inventory.
• Inventory, stock control, and random cycle counting.
• Ensure work areas are clean, organized, and free of hazards.
• Operate warehouse equipment safely and efficiently.
• Follow safety guidelines and company policies.
• Maintain a positive work atmosphere and assist coworkers as needed.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Health & Safety

Ownership

Reliability

Professionalism

Teamwork

Communication

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Inventory management systems

Job description

GODERICH MANUFACTURING PLANT - EXISTING VACANCY

Job Summary

The Material Handler will primarily be responsible for loading and unloading trucks, and material handling in yard and plant. This position will keep equipment and work area clean and orderly. This position is best suited to energetic individuals, able to work in fast paced environment with high productivity.

The job description is a summary of the job duties and responsibilities. It is not intended to cover all possible job duties and is subject to change at the employer’s discretion. Employees must be able to perform the essential job duties and satisfy job requirements either with or without reasonable accommodation.

Competencies

• Attention to Detail - Attends to details and pursues quality in the accomplishment of tasks.
• Commitment to Health and Safety - Works in compliance with all applicable health and safety legislation and established policies and procedures.
• Ownership - Takes pride in the work that is accomplished and understands the function of tasks within the larger picture of the organization.
• Reliability - Ensures deadlines are met and work is completed properly.
• Professionalism - Demonstrates professional standards of conduct when governing interactions between individuals in a business environment.
• Teamwork - Works cooperatively and effectively with others to reach a common goal. Participates actively in group activities fostering a team environment.
• Communication – able to communicate in English effectively both verbally and written.

Job Duties

• Safe handling of materials with telehandler and forklift or other material handling equipment.
• Loading/unloading of incoming and outgoing materials and products.
• Receive, inspect, and verify shipments against associated paperwork. Report and discrepancies to Supervisor.
• Move materials to and from loading areas, delivery trucks, storage, and manufacturing areas.
• Identify and label materials and record their locations to maintain accurate inventory.
• Inventory, stock control, random cycle counting.
• Experience with inventory management systems (an asset)
• Ensure work areas are clean, organized, and free of hazards
• Operate warehouse equipment safely and efficiently
• Follow all safety guidelines and company policies.
• Maintain a positive work atmosphere by behaving and communicating in an effective and courteous manner with coworkers and supervisors.
• Assist other coworkers as necessary
• Perform other related duties as assigned by supervisor.

Job Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Basic math and record-keeping abilities
• Experience and demonstrated ability to safely operate various material handling tools and equipment (telehandlers, forklift etc..)
• 1-5 years’ experience working in a warehouse setting or in logistics preferred.
• Ability to read, write and to follow instructions (English) working independently, with high accuracy and with little guidance or direct supervision.
• Maintain necessary education/licenses/certifications to safely operate warehouse equipment.
• Good communication skills
• Energetic individuals, able to work in fast paced environment with high productivity.

Work Conditions

• Standing for up to 10 hours per day and other physically demanding conditions
• Frequent movement (lifting (up to 60lbs), carrying, bending, turning and pulling)
• The correct use of Personal Protective Equipment as per company standards (safety glasses, gloves and steel-toed CSA certified boots)
• Exposure to various weather conditions (cold/hot/wind/rain/snow/ice)

Hours of Work

• Weekdays (4 shifts – 6:00am – 4:30pm) Subject to change based on business needs.
• Willingness to work extended hours of work as necessary to ensure deadlines and priorities are met, including overtime and weekends.

Compensation

The salary range provided in this posting is intended as a general guideline. Final compensation will be determined based on a number of factors, including candidate experience, skills, qualifications, geographic location as well as internal equity and budget considerations. Calhoun Super Structures is committed to offering fair, equitable and competitive total compensation package that reflects the value each individual brings to the organization.

As part of our recruitment process, Calhoun Super Structures may use technology, including artificial intelligence (AI), to assist in reviewing and assessing applications. These tools are used to support our hiring team and do not replace human decision-making. Calhoun Super Structures is committed to fair and equitable hiring practices and aim to ensure that all candidates are assessed consistently and without discrimination.

The Company may engage third‑party recruitment agencies to support hiring efforts. However, the Company does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies without a prior, signed agreement. Any unsolicited resumes submitted will be considered the property of the Company, and no fees will be paid in the event of a hire.