Material Handler

Kids for the Future; White Oaks (NC); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

ALULA is seeking a dependable Material Handler / Warehouse Associate to help keep production moving by supplying raw materials, staging finished goods, and keeping the warehouse organized, safe, and efficient.

You’ll operate forklifts and other material-handling equipment, load/unload trucks, and collaborate with production teams to minimize downtime while maintaining safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• 2+ years powered forklift experience preferred.
• Completion of required forklift training.
• Must maintain a current driver’s license for company vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Supply multiple production lines with raw materials to keep production moving.
• Remove finished products from production and stage for storage or shipment.
• Provide materials to hand assembly area as needed.
• Load and unload trucks in shipping/receiving.
• Operate forklifts and other material-handling equipment.
• Label, sort, organize, wrap, pack materials.
• Maintain clean, safe work areas and follow safety procedures.

Skills

Forklift experience

Warehouse experience

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

• Base Pay $19.05 / Hour
• Employee Type FT Non-Exempt
• Manage Others No

Description

Material Handler / Warehouse Associate

Keep Production Moving at ALULA!

Pay: $19.05/hour
Schedule: Monday–Friday | 8:00 AM–4:30 PM

Full-Time

Are you someone who likes to stay busy, work with your hands, and keep things moving?

ALULA is looking for a dependable Material Handler / Warehouse Associate to help keep our production lines supplied and our finished products moving where they need to go.

In this role, you'll be an important part of the team—moving raw materials to production, staging finished goods for storage or shipment, and helping keep our warehouse and production areas organized, safe, and running efficiently.

If you have forklift experience and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, we'd love to hear from you!

What You'll Do

Your day will include a variety of warehouse and material-handling responsibilities, including:

• Supply multiple production lines with the raw materials they need to keep production moving.
• Remove finished products from production and stage them for storage or shipment.
• Provide materials to the hand assembly area as needed.
• Load and unload trucks in the shipping and receiving area.
• Operate forklifts, pallet jacks, hand trucks, and other material-handling equipment.
• Label, sort, organize, wrap, pack, and re-pack products and materials.
• Safely move and stage materials and finished goods throughout the facility.
• Keep work areas clean, organized, and safe.
• Perform sanitation tasks as assigned.
• Communicate quality, food safety, product, or material concerns to the appropriate team members.
• Help identify and address production needs to minimize downtime.
• Follow all safety, food safety, quality, and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain required certifications for material-handling equipment.
• Participate in required training and safety programs.
• Work independently while staying connected with the production and warehouse teams.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What We're Looking For

We're looking for someone who is:

• Dependable and ready to be part of a team.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, multi-faceted environment.
• Able to work with minimal supervision.
• Safety-conscious and attentive to detail.
• Able to prioritize tasks and respond to production needs.
• Comfortable working around warehouse and production equipment.
• Willing to learn and follow established procedures.
• Committed to maintaining a clean, organized, and safe workplace.

Powered forklift experience is strongly preferred.

You'll need:

• 2+ years of powered forklift operating experience.
• Completion of required forklift operator training.
• Ability to maintain current certifications for material-handling equipment.

Physical Requirements

This is an active, hands-on position. You'll need to be able to:

• Stand for an entire shift.
• Lift and carry up to 50 pounds regularly.
• Occasionally lift and carry up to 60 pounds.
• Squat, bend, twist, push, pull, and reach.
• Work at heights above ground level when required.
• Perform tasks requiring visual attention to product and material quality.
• Safely operate material-handling equipment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• 2+ years of powered forklift experience preferred.
• Material handling, warehouse, shipping, or receiving experience is a plus.
• Completion of required forklift training.
• Must maintain a current driver's license appropriate for any company vehicle operated.
• Personal vehicle insurance required if operating a TVS/ALULA vehicle.
• If you have an out-of-state driver's license and reside in North Carolina, a valid NC driver's license must be obtained within 60 days of hire.

Why ALULA?

At ALULA, every person on our team plays an important role in what we accomplish.

When you're moving raw materials, staging finished products, loading a truck, or making sure a production line has what it needs, you're helping the entire team succeed.

We're looking for people who take pride in their work, look out for their teammates, and want to be part of a mission-driven organization.

If you're ready to keep things moving and make a difference, come grow with ALULA!

ALULA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

ALULA complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state and local laws providing for nondiscrimination in employment. Reasonable accommodations are available for qualified individuals with disabilities.

This job description outlines the primary duties and responsibilities of the position. Other duties may be assigned based on business needs. Employees are expected to remain flexible regarding scheduled hours and job assignments.