Material Handler 1st Shift (7:00am to 3:30pm)

Plastic Recycling, Inc.; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Plastic Recycling, Inc. is seeking a Material Handler in Indianapolis to move raw materials, recycled plastics, and finished products safely and efficiently, supporting production and inventory accuracy.

The role involves forklift operation, loading/unloading, staging per schedules, maintaining counts, and following safety protocols. Candidates should have a high school diploma and at least 1 year in material handling, with ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1+ years of experience in material handling or warehouse operations.
• Ability to operate forklifts and other material handling equipment (certification preferred).
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Transport raw materials and finished goods within the plant using forklifts or other equipment.
• Load and unload trucks for inbound and outbound shipments.
• Stage materials for production according to schedules provided by the Material Movement Manager.
• Maintain accurate inventory counts and report discrepancies.
• Follow all safety protocols for material handling and equipment operation.
• Assist with general warehouse organization and housekeeping.
• Communicate effectively with production and logistics teams to ensure smooth workflow.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Fast-paced environment

Lift up to 50 lbs

Forklift operation

Forklift certification

ERP familiarity

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

Description

Position Summary

The Material Handler is responsible for safely and efficiently moving raw materials, recycled plastics, and finished products throughout the plant. This role supports production by ensuring timely delivery of materials to designated areas and maintaining accurate inventory records.

Key Responsibilities

• Transport raw materials and finished goods within the plant using forklifts or other equipment.
• Load and unload trucks for inbound and outbound shipments.
• Stage materials for production according to schedules provided by the Material Movement Manager.
• Maintain accurate inventory counts and report discrepancies.
• Follow all safety protocols for material handling and equipment operation.
• Assist with general warehouse organization and housekeeping.
• Communicate effectively with production and logistics teams to ensure smooth workflow.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1+ years of experience in material handling or warehouse operations.
• Ability to operate forklifts and other material handling equipment (certification preferred).
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and lift up to 50 lbs.

Preferred Skills

• Experience in manufacturing or recycling industry.
• Familiarity with ERP systems and inventory tracking.