Material Handler - 1st Shift

Penmac Staffing Services, Inc.; Morrilton (AR); On-site; USD 49,593,600 - 71,635,200; Full time

Job summary

Penmac Staffing is seeking an experienced Material Handler for 1st shift in Morrilton. The role supports production by moving materials, stocking inventory, and ensuring accurate ERP transactions. A high school diploma and 1–3 years of relevant experience are required, with forklift certification preferred.

The job runs 1st shift from 4:30 AM to 3:00 PM, full-time, with pay starting at $17.50/hour and DOE. Candidates should have basic computer skills, ERP experience (Epicor or similar), and a

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1-3 years of warehouse, materials, inventory, or manufacturing experience preferred.
• Forklift certification or ability to obtain certification.
• Basic computer skills required.
• ERP software experience, including Epicor or similar systems, preferred.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to lift, move, and handle materials as needed.
• Willingness to follow all safety procedures and company policies.

Responsibilities

• Pull, stage, and deliver materials to production areas according to schedules and priorities.
• Move raw materials, components, and finished goods using forklifts, pallet jacks, and other material handling equipment.
• Ensure materials are properly labeled, stored, and organized.
• Support kitting operations and line-side replenishment.
• Keep production lines supplied with necessary materials.
• Respond quickly to material shortages and urgent production requests.
• Communicate material issues and delays to supervisors.
• Assist with work-in-process inventory and maintain organized work areas.
• Perform cycle counts and support physical inventory activities.
• Identify and help resolve inventory discrepancies.
• Process material receipts, transfers, and issues accurately.
• Assist with receiving incoming shipments and verifying quantities.
• Inspect incoming materials for visible damage.
• Complete ERP system transactions accurately and on time.
• Support material tracking, tagging, and labeling processes.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Problem-solving skills

Good communication

Teamwork

Ability to lift and move materials

Basic computer skills

ERP software experience

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Epicor ERP

Job description

Material Handler - 1st shift

Penmac Staffing is hiring experienced Material Handler for a growing manufacturing facility in Morrilton. We are seeking motivated, detail-oriented individuals with warehouse, inventory, or materials management experience who enjoy supporting production operations and maintaining accurate inventory.

• 1st Shift: 4:30 AM - 3:00 PM, Full-Time
• Pay is $17.50/hour and up, DOE

Requirements for the Material Handler

• High school diploma or GED required
• 1-3 years of warehouse, materials, inventory, or manufacturing experience preferred
• Forklift certification or ability to obtain certification
• Basic computer skills required
• ERP software experience, including Epicor or similar systems, preferred
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to lift, move, and handle materials as needed
• Willingness to follow all safety procedures and company policies

Material Handler Responsibilities

• Pull, stage, and deliver materials to production areas according to schedules and priorities
• Move raw materials, components, and finished goods using forklifts, pallet jacks, and other material handling equipment
• Ensure materials are properly labeled, stored, and organized
• Support kitting operations and line-side replenishment
• Keep production lines supplied with necessary materials
• Respond quickly to material shortages and urgent production requests
• Communicate material issues and delays to supervisors
• Assist with work-in-process inventory and maintain organized work areas
• Perform cycle counts and support physical inventory activities
• Identify and help resolve inventory discrepancies
• Process material receipts, transfers, and issues accurately
• Assist with receiving incoming shipments and verifying quantities
• Inspect incoming materials for visible damage
• Complete ERP system transactions accurately and on time
• Support material tracking, tagging, and labeling processes
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment

What Success Looks Like

• Production lines remain supplied with needed materials
• Inventory is accurate and easy to locate
• Material movement occurs efficiently with minimal delays
• Work areas remain clean, organized, and safe
• Safety standards and inventory control procedures are consistently followed

If you are a motivated, detail-oriented professional with materials management experience and are looking to join a growing team, we would love to hear from you.

Why Penmac?

Penmac Staffing offers affordable health insurance options with no waiting period! Long-term Penmac employees may participate in our 401k retirement savings plan and become participants in our employee stock ownership plan. We provide free, fast, and friendly help finding a job that matches your skills and schedule.

About Penmac Staffing

We have been placing people first since 1988. We offer temporary, temp-to-hire, long-term, and direct hire job opportunities in a variety of industries. Penmac, a 100% employee-owned company, operates over 30 offices in eight states. Penmac is an Equal Opportunity Employer.