Material Handler

TransPak; Peachtree Corners (GA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

TransPak is seeking a Material Handler to support our warehouse operations in Peachtree Corners, GA. You will stock, move, and prepare materials for production or shipping, using hand trucks, pallet jacks, or forklifts, while maintaining a clean and organized facility.

You’ll work with a safety-conscious team, follow SOPs, and assist with continuous improvement projects. Candidates should be able to lift 50 lbs. and work overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED preferred.
• 1 year inventory management experience required or preferred.
• Forklift certification or pallet jack training required by site.
• Able to lift 50 lbs and perform physical duties.
• Open to overtime, weekends and holidays to meet production needs.
• Demonstrated attention to detail and commitment to safety and SOPs.

Responsibilities

• Read work orders or instructions to determine material or equipment needs.
• Move freight or materials to storage or production areas using hand trucks, pallet jacks, or forklift.
• Load/unload vehicles and containers; prepare materials for production use or shipping/receiving.
• Report equipment defects and follow safety procedures to maintain safe operations.
• Collaborate with team members to accomplish tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Attention to detail

Safety awareness

Overtime/weekends

Forklift certification

Inventory management

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift

Pallet jack

Job description

Job Description

Position Summary :

A Material Handler is responsible for contributing to the Material Handling team’s high-performance and engagement in safety and standard operating procedures. Maintains the warehouse operations including stocking, moving materials or stock, loading/unloading trucks, maintaining an organized warehouse and its storage system and/or production facility. Prepare materials for production use or shipping/receiving. Will provide coaching and regular feedback for continuous improvement.

Essential Functions:

• Read work orders or receive oral instructions to determine work assignments or material or equipment needs.
• Move freight, stock, or other materials to and from storage or production areas, loading docks, delivery vehicles, ships, or containers, by hand or using hand trucks, pallet jacks, or other equipment. Loading and unloading of vehicles.
• May perform special continuous improvement projects as needed.
• Safe and Efficient Facility Team Member
• Address and report all equipment defects or maintenance needs to maintain safe and efficient use. Follow all procedures, policies and know the equipment before using it.
• Speak up when observing something that may be unsafe or someone performing unsafe acts.
• Efficiently perform work according to standard operating procedures.
• Work together with other team members to accomplish tasks safely in a fast-paced production environment.

Marginal Functions:

• Housekeeping: sweeping and disposing of scrap or other miscellaneous items.
• Perform other related work as assigned.

Qualifications

Education/Knowledge/Skill Requirements:

• High School diploma or GED preferred

Required

• Previous warehouse or material handling experience preferred
• Strong teamwork and communication skills to build a high performing team
• Role model TransPak culture and operating procedures
• Demonstrated attention to detail, deadline-driven, continuous improvement behaviors
• Able to lift 50 lbs.
• Forklift experience and able to maintain certifications on equipment such as forklift certification or pallet jack training, as required by site.
• Open to work overtime, weekends and occasionally holidays
• One (1) year inventory management experience

Pay Type

Hourly

Position Type

Full-time

TransPak is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome diversity and are committed to creating a safe and agreeable environment for all employees. TransPak does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other protected group covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need. As a part of our hiring process, TransPak also conducts a criminal background check and certain manufacturing positions require a pre-employment drug screen. TransPak is a Fair Chance Employer.