Material Handler – 1st Shift, Lift Truck Operator

Stanley Black & Decker, Inc.; Sedalia, Northern (MO, KY); Hybrid; USD 22,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Retirement plan 401k

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Tool discounts

Job summary

Stanley Black & Decker, Inc. in Sedalia, MO is seeking a Material Handler (1st shift) to operate a forklift, move materials, and support lean manufacturing initiatives.

You will ensure safety, perform inventories, and help optimize material flow across storage areas and production points. The role emphasizes teamwork, reliability, and basic tool use, with a competitive hourly wage and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Basic computer knowledge is required.
• Good manual dexterity is essential for handling parts.
• Ability to read manuals, drawings and schematics precisely.
• Strong understanding of quality control principles.
• Clear verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience using hand tools is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate a lift truck to move materials and parts within the site.
• Observe safety regulations and keep truck under control at all times.
• Pick up and deliver loads; stage materials and inventory.
• Coordinate material deliveries between storage and use points.
• Maintain safe work environment and participate in lean initiatives.
• Assist with 5S/TPM and general housekeeping as directed.

Skills

Basic computer knowledge

Manual dexterity

Read instructions from manuals/draws

Quality control principles

Communication skills

Hand tools experience

Job description

Stanley Black & Decker, Inc. in Sedalia, MO is seeking a Material Handler (1st shift) to operate a forklift, move materials, and support lean manufacturing initiatives.

You will ensure safety, perform inventories, and help optimize material flow across storage areas and production points. The role emphasizes teamwork, reliability, and basic tool use, with a competitive hourly wage and comprehensive benefits.