Material Handler- 1st Shift

Doherty; Estherville (IA); On-site; USD 2,387,000 - 3,399,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Health coverage options

Temp-to-hire opportunities

Job summary

Doherty Staffing Solutions in Estherville, IA is seeking a Material Handler to support warehouse operations. This temporary role involves organizing inventory, moving materials between receiving, production, and shipping, and ensuring ERP records are accurate.

You will operate forklifts and RF scanners, perform cycle counts, and collaborate with Shipping, Manufacturing, and Purchasing to smooth material flow.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of warehouse, inventory, or material handling experience in a manufacturing environment.
• 1+ year of forklift operating experience.
• Ability to safely operate forklifts, pallet jacks, RF scanners, and other warehouse equipment.
• Basic computer skills and the ability to use ERP or MRP systems.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods during the shift.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to follow safety procedures and wear required PPE.
• Reliable transportation and strong attendance record.

Responsibilities

• Maintain organized and accurate inventory by placing materials in designated locations and completing system transactions.
• Move materials, finished goods, and inventory between receiving, warehouse, production, and shipping areas.
• Replenish stock locations and Normal Bins based on inventory priorities and production needs.
• Perform cycle counts and inventory audits to ensure inventory accuracy.
• Operate forklifts, pallet jacks, RF scanners, and other material handling equipment safely.
• Work with Shipping, Manufacturing, and Purchasing teams to resolve inventory and material flow issues.
• Enter inventory adjustments and maintain accurate inventory records in the ERP system.

Skills

Warehouse experience

Forklift operation

ERP/MRP systems

Safety procedures

Tools

RF scanners

Job description

Job Title: Material Handler

Location: Estherville, IA

Compensation: $21.50 per hour – paid weekly

Schedule: 1st Shift | Monday–Friday

Job Type: Temp

Read below for more information!

What You'll Do as a Material Handler:

• Maintain organized and accurate inventory by placing materials in designated locations and completing system transactions
• Move materials, finished goods, and inventory between receiving, warehouse, production, and shipping areas
• Replenish stock locations and Normal Bins based on inventory priorities and production needs
• Perform cycle counts and inventory audits to ensure inventory accuracy
• Operate forklifts, pallet jacks, RF scanners, and other material handling equipment safely
• Work with Shipping, Manufacturing, and Purchasing teams to resolve inventory and material flow issues
• Enter inventory adjustments and maintain accurate inventory records in the ERP system

What You Need to Bring to the Material Handler Role:

• At least 1 year of warehouse, inventory, or material handling experience in a manufacturing environment
• At least 1 year of forklift operating experience
• Ability to safely operate forklifts, pallet jacks, RF scanners, and other warehouse equipment
• Basic computer skills and the ability to use ERP or MRP systems
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods during the shift
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 pounds
• Ability to follow safety procedures and wear required PPE
• Reliable transportation and strong attendance record

Why You'll Like Working with Doherty Staffing Solutions:

Enjoy weekly pay, access to health coverage options through Benefits in a Card (including preventative and minimum value plans), and temp-to-hire opportunities for long-term stability where applicable.

As a family-owned company with over 45 years in business, we pride ourselves on providing personalized support through a local, dedicated recruiter and maintaining a strong reputation backed by positive online ratings.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace and are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, welcoming candidates from all backgrounds and experiences.

Doherty Staffing Solutions offers our valued contract employees health coverage through Benefits in a Card (preventative benefit and minimum value plans), along with weekly paychecks via a prepaid card from CHANGE. Learn more and find helpful links to additional resources at www.doherty.com/job-seekers/employee-benefits.