Material Handler - 1st Shift

Brady Corporation; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Education reimbursement opportunities

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Brady Corporation is seeking a material handler to ensure steady material flow and inventory accuracy in our Louisville plant. You will operate sit/stand forklifts and pallet jacks, recording production data and maintaining safe, compliant processes.

Requirements include 1+ year reach-truck experience, a high school diploma or equivalent, and a lift truck license. Flexibility for nights, weekends, and overtime is needed, with strong attention to detail and teamwork emphasized.

Qualifications

• 1 year minimum reach-truck experience required.
• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Must obtain a license to drive lift trucks.
• Able to work nights, weekends and overtime as needed.

Responsibilities

• Material prep and movement across the plant.
• Maintain inventory accuracy and safe conditions.
• Follow safety policies and document transactions in SAP-like system.
• Handle labeling, packaging and material transfers.
• Record data and follow written specifications.
• Perform in-process inspection and general housekeeping.
• Transport materials between work centers and warehouse.

Skills

Attention to detail

Safety conscious

Teamwork

Problem solving

Strong work ethic

Read and follow instructions

Night/weekend overtime readiness

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Lift truck license

Job description

What We Need

Must have 1+ years of reach truck experience. This position is responsible for keeping operations supplied with material and ensuring good work flow and materials delivery throughout the plant. Operating a sitting and/ or standing forklift, pallet jacks, hoists and other tools this person will maintain inventory or raw, semi-finished and finished goods. This includes recording production information in our business operation software.

What We Need

Must have 1+ years of reach truck experience. This position is responsible for keeping operations supplied with material and ensuring good work flow and materials delivery throughout the plant. Operating a sitting and/ or standing forklift, pallet jacks, hoists and other tools this person will maintain inventory or raw, semi-finished and finished goods. This includes recording production information in our business operation software. This position will be expected to perform other duties as assigned with compliant safe work practices.

What You'll Be Doing

• Responsible for material prep.
• Maintain inventory accuracy.
• Maintain safe working conditions in the department.
• Follow all safety policies and procedures.
• Responsible for accurate paperwork, labelling, packaging and material transactions.
• Responsible for following detailed written specifications.
• Responsible for recording data for entry in the SAP system.
• Responsible for general housekeeping and maintaining safe working conditions in the department.
• Perform in-process inspection
• Transport materials between work centers and the warehouse, as well as general housekeeping of the department.

What You Will Need To Be Successful

• High School diploma or equivalent is required.
• Read and follow written work instructions for operating and maintaining equipment.
• Record data for entry in the SAP system, use hand held scanners for material issue/transfer.
• Safely transfer flammable and hazardous materials.
• Must be able and willing to work nights, weekends and overtime as needed.
• Must be able to lift steel shafts weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to read and follow written work directions.
• Must obtain a license to drive lift trucks.
• 1 year minimum of reach-truck experience required
• Must be able to work independently as well as in a team environment.
• Must have a good attendance record with a strong work ethic.
• Willingness and ability to be cross-trained.
• Must be safety conscious
• Problem solving skills.
• Strong work ethic will be critical for success in this role.

Desired Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Most desirable candidate would have 1-2 years experience in material handling or a related field.

About Us

Brady makes products that make the world a safer and more productive place. We are a global leader in safety, identification and compliance solutions for a diverse range of workplaces. From the depths of the ocean to outer space, from the factory floor to the delivery room - we're just about everywhere you look. Companies around the world trust Brady because of our deep expertise and knowledge across a wide range of industries and applications - powered by our world-class manufacturing capabilities.
We have a diverse customer base in industries including electronics, telecommunications, manufacturing, electrical, construction, healthcare, aerospace and more. As of July 31, 2025, Brady employed approximately 6,400 people in our worldwide businesses. Our fiscal 2025 sales were approximately $1.51 billion. Brady stock trades on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol BRC. You can learn more about us at www.bradycorp.com.

Why Work At Brady

A career at Brady means working for a global company that has thrived for over 100 years, and whose innovative spirit drives our future growth.
Brady offers competitive pay and great benefits, supported by a culture that encourages collaboration and innovation. We strive to foster an inclusive workplace where diverse talent can learn, grow, and succeed. And with deeply rooted values, no matter where you work at Brady, you'll feel connected to the community through our charitable contributions and opportunities to give back.
Our headquarters are in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, but we have more than 70 locations globally, giving our employees the opportunity to work with colleagues around the world.

Our Benefits

• Comprehensive insurance coverage starting on your first day of employment, including medical, dental, and vision
• Generous 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and holidays
• Opportunity to participate in incentive programs for all full-time employees
• Family planning benefits including paid parental leave, fertility coverage, adoption and surrogacy assistance
• Education reimbursement opportunities
• Scholarship program for children of Brady employees
• A variety of Employee Resource Groups to provide you with unique networking, development, and volunteer opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program and related wellness programs (mental and behavioral health, family counseling, financial management)
• Dress-for-your-day dress code
• Charitable contributions matched through Brady's Matching Gift program