Material Handler: Efficient Inventory & 5S Champion

Fruehauf Inc.; Bowling Green, Northern (KY, KY); Hybrid; USD 19,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Fruehauf Inc. in Bowling Green, KY, is seeking a Material Handler to move, store, and organize raw materials, parts, and finished goods in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.

You will support production with on-time material delivery, maintain accurate inventory through cycle counts and ERP records, and help uphold 5S and safety standards across the warehouse. Forklift operation and basic data entry are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Previous warehouse or material handling experience preferred.
• Forklift certification or ability to become certified.
• Basic computer and data-entry skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Good communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Material movement and production support using forklifts, pallet jacks, carts, or other equipment.
• Deliver materials to production lines on time to prevent downtime.
• Load and unload incoming and outgoing shipments; verify against PO/packing slips.
• Stage materials for production, shipping, or storage as needed.
• Maintain inventory records; conduct cycle counts and audits.
• Investigate discrepancies and report damaged materials.
• Support 5S and workplace organization; identify efficiency opportunities.
• Collaborate with Purchasing, Shipping, Receiving and Production.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Safety awareness

Independent work

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift certification

Inventory software

Data entry

Scanners

Job description

Fruehauf Inc. in Bowling Green, KY, is seeking a Material Handler to move, store, and organize raw materials, parts, and finished goods in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.

You will support production with on-time material delivery, maintain accurate inventory through cycle counts and ERP records, and help uphold 5S and safety standards across the warehouse. Forklift operation and basic data entry are essential.