Material Handler

Structura, Inc; Lenexa (KS); On-site; USD 20,664 - 28,929; Full time

Job summary

Structura, Inc. in Lenexa, KS is seeking a Warehouse Associate responsible for receiving, inspecting, and recording inventory, performing material handling, and supporting shipping operations.

You will verify shipments, store materials, and stage items for production or orders, while maintaining safety and accuracy. The role requires forklift operation, basic data entry, and ability to read packing slips and shipping documents.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Previous warehouse, material handling, inventory, or logistics experience preferred.
• Forklift certification or the ability to obtain certification required.

Responsibilities

• Receive incoming materials, supplies, and products from vendors and carriers.
• Verify received shipments against packing slips, purchase orders, and receiving documentation.
• Inspect incoming materials for damage, defects, quantity discrepancies, and compliance with quality requirements.
• Accurately record and process inventory transactions in the inventory management system.
• Store materials in designated warehouse or inventory locations following established procedures.
• Pick, stage, and deliver materials for production, manufacturing, or customer job orders.
• Operate forklifts and other material handling equipment safely and efficiently.
• Load and unload trucks while following company safety procedures.
• Assist with cycle counts, physical inventories, and inventory reconciliation activities.
• Maintain accurate inventory records and report discrepancies to supervisors.
• Support shipping operations by preparing, packaging, labeling, and staging outbound shipments.
• Assist in maintaining warehouse organization, cleanliness, and efficient material flow.
• Follow all safety policies, procedures, and OSHA requirements.
• Work collaboratively with purchasing, production, quality, and shipping departments.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Forklift operation

Inventory control

Data entry

MS Office

Attention to detail

Time management

Teamwork

Reading packing slips

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Receive incoming materials, supplies, and products from vendors and carriers.

Verify received shipments against packing slips, purchase orders, and receiving documentation.

Inspect incoming materials for damage, defects, quantity discrepancies, and compliance with quality requirements.

Accurately record and process inventory transactions in the inventory management system.

Store materials in designated warehouse or inventory locations following established procedures.

Pick, stage, and deliver materials for production, manufacturing, or customer job orders.

Operate forklifts and other material handling equipment safely and efficiently.

Load and unload trucks while following company safety procedures.

Assist with cycle counts, physical inventories, and inventory reconciliation activities.

Maintain accurate inventory records and report discrepancies to supervisors.

Support shipping operations by preparing, packaging, labeling, and staging outbound shipments.

Assist in maintaining warehouse organization, cleanliness, and efficient material flow.

Follow all safety policies, procedures, and OSHA requirements.

Work collaboratively with purchasing, production, quality, and shipping departments.

Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

High school diploma or GED required.

Previous warehouse, material handling, inventory, or logistics experience preferred.

Forklift certification or the ability to obtain certification required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of warehouse operations and inventory control practices.

Ability to safely operate forklifts and material handling equipment.

Experience using inventory management or ERP systems preferred.

Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

Ability to read and interpret work orders, pick lists, packing slips, and shipping documents.

Basic computer skills, including data entry and Microsoft Office applications.

Strong organizational and time management skills.

Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Physical Requirements

Frequently lift, push, pull, and carry up to 50 pounds.

Stand, walk, bend, reach, and climb throughout the workday.

Operate forklifts and warehouse equipment for extended periods.

Work in a warehouse and manufacturing environment with varying temperatures.

Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE).

Working Conditions

Warehouse and manufacturing environment.

Exposure to moving machinery, forklifts, and industrial equipment.

Overtime may be required based on business needs and shipment schedules.