Material Handler

Palm Harbor Homes; Goshen (IN); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Palm Harbor Homes is seeking a Material Handler to store, move, and manage hazardous or non-hazardous materials. The role involves loading/unloading, documenting deliveries, and maintaining inventory accuracy.

An ideal candidate has a high school diploma, 0–2 years’ experience, and the ability to lift up to 100 pounds. OSHA forklift certification is a plus, and overtime including weekends may be required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 0–2 years’ experience in a similar role.
• OSHA forklift certification is a plus.
• Must be physically fit and able to lift up to 100 lbs.
• Overtime availability including weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload inventory from docks, trucks, storage, and production areas.
• Ensure deliveries match the company purchase order.
• Store cargo in designated locations using pallets and boards.
• Manage inventory and record locations.
• Record daily units moved on production sheets.
• Operate forklifts and other machinery to handle materials.
• Pull products based on client orders from pick sheets.
• Monitor stock levels and propose purchasing adjustments.
• Coordinate pickups or returns with vendors.
• Comply with safety and health regulations.

Skills

Excellent physical fitness

Organizational and communication

Ability to lift up to 100 pounds

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

OSHA forklift certification

Job description

About The Role

The Material Handler is in charge of storing, moving, and managing hazardous or non-hazardous materials. Also referred to as Warehouse Associates, their work includes moving stock, documenting deliveries, and monitoring supplies. They don’t need formal education but do require on-the-job training.

• Load and unload inventory from loading docks, delivery trucks, storage areas, and production areas.
• Ensure all incoming delivery matches the company purchase order.
• Store cargo in assigned locations using cargo boards and pallets.
• Manage inventory by identifying, cataloging, and recording the location of inventory.
• Record the number of units handled and moved every day using production sheets.
• Operate various machinery including booms, cameras, cranes, and forklifts to handle materials and inventory.
• Analyze pick sheets based on clients orders and pull the appropriate products for each order.
• Track supply levels and regularly submit purchasing recommendations.
• Contact vendors for pick-ups or returns.
• Comply with all safety and health regulations.

About The Role

The Material Handler is in charge of storing, moving, and managing hazardous or non-hazardous materials. Also referred to as Warehouse Associates, their work includes moving stock, documenting deliveries, and monitoring supplies. They don’t need formal education but do require on-the-job training.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Load and unload inventory from loading docks, delivery trucks, storage areas, and production areas.
• Ensure all incoming delivery matches the company purchase order.
• Store cargo in assigned locations using cargo boards and pallets.
• Manage inventory by identifying, cataloging, and recording the location of inventory.
• Record the number of units handled and moved every day using production sheets.
• Operate various machinery including booms, cameras, cranes, and forklifts to handle materials and inventory.
• Analyze pick sheets based on clients orders and pull the appropriate products for each order.
• Track supply levels and regularly submit purchasing recommendations.
• Contact vendors for pick-ups or returns.
• Comply with all safety and health regulations.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent qualification.
• A minimum of 0 - 2 years' experience in a similar role.
• Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA) forklift certification is an advantage.
• Excellent physical fitness with the ability to lift up to a maximum of 100 pounds.
• Availability to work overtime including weekends, public holidays, and evenings.
• Outstanding organizational and communication skills.