Material Handler - 1st Shift

Energizer Holdings; Vandalia (OH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Energizer Holdings, located in Vandalia, OH, is seeking a warehouse associate to support inbound/outbound processes, material movement, and inventory control on 1st shift (7:00 AM - 3:00 PM). You will operate stand-up forklifts, assist with packaging, and help ensure accurate shipping and receiving documentation.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years of warehouse experience, forklift operation (counterbalance) experience, and familiarity with SAP/WMS.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent education experience.
• 2+ years’ experience operating in a warehouse setting.
• 2+ years’ experience on Stand-up counterbalance forklifts.
• Skilled in SAP/WMS and functionality of Windows Tablet (i.e. material look up).

Responsibilities

• Operate stand-up forklifts safely and efficiently (minimum two years of experience required).
• Complete all required safety, compliance, and regulatory training.
• Support production operations by supplying materials to front, back, and pull-to-line activities.
• Assist with secondary packaging and blending operations (training provided).
• Stage finished goods in designated areas for outbound shipments to DHL.
• Receive and unload inbound shipments with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Train and operate High Reach equipment for material put-away and inventory management.
• Ensure all shipping, receiving, and inventory documentation is completed accurately and on time.
• Perform routine forklift and material handling equipment maintenance, including battery charging, water level checks, and equipment inspections.
• Work collaboratively with team members and departments to support operational goals and resolve issues.
• Follow established procedures, verbal instructions, and radio communications to ensure efficient workflow.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment in accordance with Visual Management and 5S standards.
• Adhere to all Health, Safety, Environmental, and OSHA policies and regulations.
• Proactively identify and elevate issues impacting Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost metrics.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and contribute to a positive team culture.
• Perform additional duties as needed to support business operations.

Skills

Stand-up forklift

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Basic math

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

SAP/WMS

Windows Tablet

Job description

What You'll Love About This Job

If you enjoy staying active, working in a fast-paced environment, and being part of a team that keeps operations running smoothly, you'll thrive in this role. Every day brings variety as you support shipping, receiving, production, and warehouse activities while developing new skills through hands-on training. You'll work in a collaborative, safety-focused environment where your contributions are valued, your ideas are heard, and your work has a direct impact on delivering quality products to our customers. This is a great opportunity for someone who takes pride in reliability and continuous learning.

What You'll Love About This Job

If you enjoy staying active, working in a fast-paced environment, and being part of a team that keeps operations running smoothly, you'll thrive in this role. Every day brings variety as you support shipping, receiving, production, and warehouse activities while developing new skills through hands-on training. You'll work in a collaborative, safety-focused environment where your contributions are valued, your ideas are heard, and your work has a direct impact on delivering quality products to our customers. This is a great opportunity for someone who takes pride in reliability and continuous learning.

This is Energizer Holdings, Inc. Energizer Holdings responsibly creates products to make lives easier and more enjoyable. To do this, we lean into our culture as an organization – we win together, while serving each other, with a willingness to act boldly, all while doing right. Our colleagues hail from all backgrounds, nationalities and walks of life, but our shared mission and purpose make us one team. Because we're a global organization, you will always have opportunities to learn, grow and develop in your career. We support flexible working arrangements wherever possible.

Position Summary

1st Shift Hours: 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM

The role will be responsible for supporting facility safety programs while performing duties related to unloading inbound receipts, stock put-a-ways, loading, and supporting operations through material movements throughout the distribution operation.

Responsibilities

• Operate stand-up forklifts safely and efficiently (minimum two years of experience required).
• Complete all required safety, compliance, and regulatory training.
• Support production operations by supplying materials to front, back, and pull-to-line activities.
• Assist with secondary packaging and blending operations (training provided).
• Stage finished goods in designated areas for outbound shipments to DHL.
• Receive and unload inbound shipments with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Train and operate High Reach equipment for material put-away and inventory management.
• Ensure all shipping, receiving, and inventory documentation is completed accurately and on time.
• Perform routine forklift and material handling equipment maintenance, including battery charging, water level checks, and equipment inspections.
• Work collaboratively with team members and departments to support operational goals and resolve issues.
• Follow established procedures, verbal instructions, and radio communications to ensure efficient workflow.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment in accordance with Visual Management and 5S standards.
• Adhere to all Health, Safety, Environmental, and OSHA policies and regulations.
• Proactively identify and elevate issues impacting Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost metrics.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and contribute to a positive team culture.
• Perform additional duties as needed to support business operations.

Why Join Our Team?

• Opportunity to expand your skills through cross-training in packaging, blending, and High Reach operations.
• Collaborative and team-oriented work environment.
• Strong focus on safety, employee development, and operational excellence.
• Play a critical role in keeping products moving efficiently through the supply chain.

We we are looking for

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent education experience required
• Self-direction with an emphasis on quality and productivity
• Possess decision making and problem‑solving skills with little to no direction
• Communication, basic computer skills, and basic math skills.
• 2+ years’ experience operating in a warehouse setting.
• 2 + years’ experience on Stand-up counterbalance forklifts.
• Skilled in SAP/WMS and functionality of Windows Tablet (i.e. material look up)

Work Environment

• Weight: Lifting up to 60 LBS., with the ability to walk and stand for extended periods of time.
• Job requires: Analytical skills, self-direction, problem solving, attention to detail and communication and the ability to be self-driven to continually learn.
• Physical capabilities: Stretching, lifting, climbing, twisting, turning, standing, pulling, pushing, reaching and bending.

Come join us!

Energizer is an equal opportunity employer, and we prohibit discrimination based on age, color, disability, marital or parental status, veteran status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other legally protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

Total Rewards Package

The pay rate for this position is up to USD $21.65/Hr. per hour

Please note that the pay rate provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting.

Energizer strives to create a supportive work environment centered around colleagues’ professional and personal well-being. Our total rewards package provides comprehensive benefits to attract, retain, and protect our colleagues – including health and welfare insurance, parental leave, paid time off, and retirement savings plans.