Material Handler

QPS Employment Group; Village of Germantown (WI); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equal opportunity employer

Job summary

QPS Employment Group is hiring a Material Handler in Germantown, WI for the 2nd shift (2:54pm - 11:00pm). The role includes receiving, inspecting, and staging materials, operating forklifts, and maintaining inventory records in an industrial setting.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent and forklift certification or be willing to obtain certification. Prior warehouse experience and strong attention to detail are preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required or preferred.
• Warehouse experience preferred and helpful for material handling roles.
• Ability to read and interpret work orders and shipping documents.

Responsibilities

• Receive, inspect, and verify incoming materials against purchase orders and documentation.
• Transport materials to designated storage or production areas using forklifts, pallet jacks, or other equipment.
• Pick, pack, and stage materials for production or shipment.
• Maintain accurate inventory records using warehouse management systems (WMS) or ERP software.
• Perform routine cycle counts and assist with physical inventory audits.
• Ensure proper labeling, storage, and handling of materials to prevent damage or loss.
• Follow all safety guidelines, including OSHA standards and company policies.
• Collaborate with production, purchasing, and shipping teams to support workflow efficiency.
• Keep work areas clean, organized, and compliant with 5S or similar workplace standards.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Reading work orders

Inventory tracking

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift

Job description

Position Title: Material Handler

Wage: $19.00 per hour Shift: 2nd Hours: 2:54pm - 11:00pm

QPS Employment Group has a great Material Handler position available at a company in Germantown, WI. This is a 2nd shift position with the opportunity for hire.

Material Handler Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Receive, inspect, and verify incoming materials against purchase orders and documentation
• Transport materials to designated storage or production areas using forklifts, pallet jacks, or other equipment
• Pick, pack, and stage materials for production or shipment
• Maintain accurate inventory records using warehouse management systems (WMS) or ERP software
• Perform routine cycle counts and assist with physical inventory audits
• Ensure proper labeling, storage, and handling of materials to prevent damage or loss
• Follow all safety guidelines, including OSHA standards and company policies
• Collaborate with production, purchasing, and shipping teams to support workflow efficiency
• Keep work areas clean, organized, and compliant with 5S or similar workplace standards

Material Handler Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Previous warehouse or material handling experience preferred
• Forklift certification or willingness to obtain certification
• Basic computer skills for inventory tracking systems
• Ability to read and interpret work orders and shipping documents
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and stand/walk for extended periods

Preferred Skills:

• Experience in a manufacturing environment
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing or continuous improvement practices
• Strong communication and teamwork skills

About us:

QPS Employment Group is a full-service staffing firm comprised of dedicated and passionate people with over 50 offices throughout the United States. We place great people with great companies in industrial, skilled trades, administrative, manufacturing, general labor and professional employment.

Why Work with QPS?

• Access to sought-after positions with leading employers
• Dedicated placement specialists who will guide you through every step of the job search process

Best of all, our job matching and resume assistance services are 100% free to job seekers and we will never ask you to pay a fee!

Please note that QPS Employment Group may use a virtual recruiting assistant to help screen and schedule candidates efficiently. All information collected through this process is used solely for employment purposes and is handled securely in accordance with our privacy policy.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.