Material Handler

MP Materials; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

MP Materials in Fort Worth, Texas is seeking a Material Handler to ensure efficient movement of materials within our production facility. The role involves operating forklifts and maintaining safety protocols.

Qualified candidates should have at least 1 year of material handling experience and must be able to follow instructions and basic safety protocols. Join us to contribute to a proactive and safety-oriented team!

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of material-handling experience in a manufacturing setting.
• Ability to operate lift trucks and other material-handling equipment.
• Basic knowledge of safety protocols in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Move materials efficiently and organized within the production facility.
• Operate forklift and other material-handling equipment.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area following all policies.

Skills

Material handling experience

Detail-oriented

Communication

Teamwork

Analytical problem-solving

Education

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent

Tools

SAP

Forklift

Cranes

Job description

Position Overview

The Material Handler is responsible for the efficient and organized movement of materials, products, and goods within our production facility. They also support the production team with operations tasks necessary to meet manufacturing requirements.

Position Responsibilities

• Move materials: read work orders/transfer orders, perform physical and system movement of material, cycle count, and ship finished goods.
• Operate forklift and other material‑handling equipment.
• Operate production equipment in accordance with established procedures and guidelines.
• Participate in safety programs and uphold the safety culture.
• Maintain a clean, orderly work area and equipment, following all safety policies and procedures.
• Perform required equipment inspections, sweep, dust, mop, and organize warehouse/work area to ensure safe operation.
• Cross‑train and assist in other areas depending on workload.
• Complete any other tasks as needed or as directed by management.

Basic Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of material‑handling experience in a manufacturing setting.
• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent experience.
• High level of attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to operate lift trucks, cranes, and other material‑handling equipment.
• Must be able to follow established written and verbal instructions.
• Basic knowledge of safety protocols in a manufacturing environment.
• Understanding and knowledge of manufacturing management systems and ERP, preferably SAP.
• Knowledge of how workflow operates in a production facility.

Desired Qualities

• Team player
• Desire to learn
• Desire to win
• Leadership qualities
• Self‑starter, proactive management style
• Excellent analytical problem‑solving skills
• Disciplined and detail oriented
• Emotionally intelligent
• Excellent verbal and written communication

MP Materials is Proud to be an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Underrepresented groups/Women/Disabled/Veterans are encouraged to apply. Candidates whose disabilities make them unable to meet the position’s requirements will still be considered qualified if they can perform the essential functions of the job with reasonable accommodation.