Material Handler

Small Parts, Inc.; Logansport (IN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Small Parts, Inc. is seeking a Material Handler to join our team in Logansport, Indiana. This role involves ensuring raw materials are efficiently moved and stored, helping to maintain a smooth production flow.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma, some material handling experience, and the ability to navigate the Plex ERP system. A valid forklift license is required, or the ability to obtain one within the first 30 days of employment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• 1–3 months of material handling experience preferred.
• Ability to obtain forklift operator license within 30 days.

Responsibilities

• Locate raw materials and document their locations.
• Convey materials and enter transactions into the ERP system.
• Operate an industrial truck to move materials.

Skills

Safety-first orientation

Valid forklift license

Plex ERP system navigation

Microsoft Office proficiency

Accurate documentation

Team collaboration

Flexibility in training

Counting and measuring

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Plex ERP system

Forklift

Job description

*Note this position is for 2nd shift (3:00-11:00)

Job Summary

The Material Handler is responsible for the safe and efficient movement of raw materials, finished parts, and supplies throughout facilities. This role plays a key part in keeping production running smoothly by ensuring materials are in the right place at the right time — accurately documented and properly stored.

Key Responsibilities

• Locates raw materials from the warehouse marshalling area to the proper location in the storage racks after it has been properly audited and received.
• Documents the location of each skid of material.
• Conveys materials from storage or work sites to designated areas and enters transactions into Plex ERP system.
• Restocks unused raw material and records the quantity returned on proper documents into Plex ERP system.
• Removes parts from the production area and conveys parts to the proper location for their next step in the process.
• Removes scrap from the production area and dumps it into the proper containers.
• Stores empty parts pans, barrels, or containers in their designated location.
• Prepares and delivers cardboard boxes to the production area as required.
• Operates an industrial truck to load or move materials and products.
• Cross trains in other areas such as shipping, packing, material handling or truck driving.

Competencies

• Safety-first orientation in all material handling, forklift, and shop floor activities
• Valid forklift license required, or ability to obtain within first 30 days of employment
• Ability to navigate the Plex ERP system for transaction entry and documentation; basic proficiency with Microsoft Office
• Accurate documentation of material locations, quantities, and movement transactions
• Collaborative team player; works effectively across production, shipping, and warehouse teams
• Willingness to cross-train across multiple functions and flex as production needs shift
• Basic understanding of finishing, heat treating, and plating processes
• Ability to count, measure, and record material quantities accurately

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• 1–3 months of material handling experience and/or related training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Valid forklift operator license, or demonstrated ability to obtain certification within 30 days of hire
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office and ability to learn Plex ERP system