Material Handler - 1st Shift

Carris Reels Group; McKinney (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Carris Reels Group in McKinney, TX is seeking a Material Handler to safely move, stage, and supply materials for the plastics production area. The role is 1st shift, full-time, with about 75% forklift operation and 25% on-foot tasks.

You will support daily production by ensuring materials are available, tracking inventory, and maintaining clean, organized work areas while following safety protocols and quality standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Experience in material handling, warehouse, or manufacturing is required; plastics/extrusion experience preferred.
• Strong forklift experience with certification or ability to become certified.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Comfortable working in varying temperatures and industrial environments.

Responsibilities

• Operate a forklift for the majority of the shift to move raw materials, finished plastic components, and packaging supplies.
• Supply Plastic production lines with necessary materials.
• Load and unload materials using forklifts, pallet jacks, or other approved equipment.
• Transfer finished plastic components to designated storage or staging areas.
• Perform floor-level material handling, inspections, labeling, and housekeeping tasks.
• Maintain accurate counts while pulling, issuing, or returning materials to inventory.
• Perform daily checks on material levels and notify leadership when stock is low.
• Assist with cycle counts and inventory audits as required.
• Ensure materials are properly labeled, stored, and handled according to safety and quality standards.
• Remove scrap and waste materials from production lines and dispose of them in appropriate containers.
• Keep work areas clean, organized, and free of hazards.
• Follow all facility safety protocols, including PPE requirements and forklift safety.

Skills

Forklift operation

Material handling

Warehouse experience

Manufacturing

Attention to detail

Communication

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: McKinney Texas - McKinney, TX 75069

Position Type: Full Time

Salary Range: $17.75

Job Shift: 1st Shift

Position Summary

The Material Handler is responsible for safely and efficiently moving, staging, and supplying materials used in the plastics production area of a reel manufacturing facility. This position spends approximately 75 percent of the time operating a forklift and 25 percent performing material-handling tasks on foot. The role supports daily production by ensuring machines have the correct raw materials, finished goods are transported properly, and inventory remains accurate and organized.

Responsibilities

• Operate a forklift for the majority of the shift to move raw materials, finished plastic components, and packaging supplies.
• Supply Plastic production lines with necessary materials.
• Load and unload materials using forklifts, pallet jacks, or other approved equipment.
• Transfer finished plastic components (flanges, spacers, cores, etc.) to designated storage or staging areas.
• Conduct floor-level material handling, inspections, labeling, and housekeeping tasks.
• Maintain accurate counts while pulling, issuing, or returning materials to inventory.
• Perform daily checks on material levels and notify leadership when stock is low.
• Assist with cycle counts and inventory audits as required.
• Ensure materials are properly labeled, stored, and handled according to safety and quality standards.
• Remove scrap and waste materials from production lines and dispose of them in the appropriate containers.
• Keep work areas clean, organized, and free of hazards.
• Follow all facility safety protocols, including PPE requirements, forklift safety, and lockout/tagout where applicable.
• Communicate with supervisors, machine operators, and other departments to support production flow.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support the plastics department and overall operations.

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

• Previous material handling, warehouse, or manufacturing experience required; plastics or extrusion experience preferred.
• Strong forklift experience; valid forklift certification or ability to become certified.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work in a fast-paced production environment.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Comfortable working in varying temperatures and industrial environments.