Material Handler

Pioneer Human Services; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellness Benefits

Retirement Plan

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Public transportation discounts

Job summary

Pioneer Human Services in Washington state is seeking a Material Handler to support storage and movement of inventory, receiving, material issue and cycle counting, using ERP to maintain traceability, and coordinating with production and QA teams.

The role emphasizes accuracy, safety, and teamwork; a high school diploma, forklift experience, and a valid driver’s license are required. Comprehensive benefits and competitive starting pay are offered.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 3 months of related work experience or training (or equivalent).
• Basic measuring and math skills required.
• Good communication and organizational skills.
• Forklift/pallet jack experience or ability to pass training.

Responsibilities

• The Material Handler performs duties related to storage and movement of inventory, including receiving, material issue and inventory activities.
• Tag material for proper identification and operate forklift and pallet jack to move material in warehouse.
• Load/unload trucks, place materials in storage locations, and maintain lot control in the ERP system.
• Issue Job Travelers to production floors and conduct paperwork to ensure traceability.
• Support cycle and physical counts with Inventory Control and QA teams.

Skills

Basic measuring

Basic math

Organizational skills

Communication

Self-starter

Valid driver’s license

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

ERP system

Microsoft Office

Job description

If you are looking for employment with a purpose where you can help improve the daily lives of the members of your community, then consider a career with Pioneer Human Services!

We are currently looking for a Material Handler with a passion for human services. This is an exciting opportunity to be involved with an organization focused on a transformative path towards social change, creating pathways for rehabilitation, reintegration, and redemption.

Who we are – Our Mission
We empower justice-involved individuals to overcome adversity and reach their full potential.

For over 60 years, we have proudly serviced our clients with professionalism and empathy. We are a nationally recognized non-profit with 35+ locations across Washington state that provided a chance for change to over 9,500 individuals in 2024.

What We Offer

At Pioneer, our employees are our most asset. That is why we are proud to offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package designed to support your health, security, and work-life balance.

Compensation:

New hires for this position typically start between $21.50 and $25.80 hourly/annually, depending on factors such as work location, experience, qualifications, skills, competencies, internal equity, and market conditions. While the full pay range is provided to support pay transparency, individual compensation will vary within the range based on these factors.

Benefits That Invest in You:

At Pioneer, we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, financial well-being, and continued growth.

Health & Wellness Benefits

• Medical coverage
• Dental coverage
• Vision coverage
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account

Financial Protection

• Employer-provided life insurance
• Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) insurance
• Disability coverage

Invest in Your Future

• Front-Loaded Tuition Assistance
• Retirement Plan
• Employee recognition programs
• Public transportation discounts
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Join Pioneer and build more than a career. Be part of a team that supports your well-being, recognizes your contributions, and invests in your future.

Benefit eligibility, coverage, contributions, and program provisions are subject to the terms of the applicable benefit plans and policies.

What you'll do

The Material Handler performs duties related to the storage and movement of inventory including Receiving, Material Issue and Inventory related activities.

PRIMARY/ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Tags material for proper identification
• Operates forklift and pallet jack to move material in warehouse
• Load and unload trucks using handling equipment and places materials in storage locations.
• Utilizes ERP system to maintain Lot control and traceability of materials
• Issue Job Travelers to the production floor in order of start date
• Complete paperwork/documentation maintaining traceability for all orders issues to the shop
• Monitor area Work Center Priority list and elevate issues that prevent orders from starting on time
• Locate and stage Materials for next operation working with QA, Production and Programming to maximize material efficiency and troubleshoot shortages
• Works with Inventory Control Manager to process cycle and physical counts
• Use computer to control inventory through company ERP system
• Perform inventory spot checks as requested to resolve errors in inventory

What you'll bring (required qualifications):

• Basic measuring skills to read and convert imperial American measurements to metric.
• Basic math skills in calculation and conversion of decimals and fractions
• Microsoft Office Suite experience/keyboarding experience
• Good organizational skills
• Good oral and written communication and interpersonal skills
• Forklift/pallet jack experience or the ability to pass training and certification required
• Ability to be a self-starter
• High school diploma or GED
• 3 months of related work experience or training;
• Or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and meet the requirements of a company approved driver

Preferably you'll bring (preferred/desirable qualifications):

• Prior experience in a manufacturing warehouse environment is desirable
• Working knowledge of computer and ERP skills highly desirable
• Familiarity with inventory best practices is a pluses

EEO

Pioneer human services is an equal opportunity employer of minorities/women/individuals with disabilities/protected veterans and does not unlawfully discriminate under federal, state, or local laws. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, or protected veteran status. EEOC is the Law/EEO Policy Statement

Pioneer Human Services is a Drug-Free Company

Pioneer Human Services is a drug free company. This position has been deemed safety sensitive under RCW 49.44.240(3) and is subject to both pre-employment drug testing and drug testing during employment, to include testing for marijuana.