Material Handler: Efficient Shipping & Inventory Flow

IKG USA LLC; Garrett (IN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

IKG USA LLC in Garrett, IN seeks a Material Handler to prepare, stage, load, and ship materials for production and shipment. You will work with production, shipping, and supervision to maintain workflow and accuracy of inventory.

The role requires forklift/crane operation, the ability to read shipping documents, perform basic math, and lift up to 50 pounds in an industrial setting. Safety and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Previous manufacturing, warehouse, shipping, or material handling experience preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret work orders, shipping documents, technical instructions, and production paperwork.
• Basic math skills and ability to perform measurements and calculations related to production and shipping activities.
• Experience operating forklifts, overhead cranes, and other material handling equipment preferred.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, lift, push, pull, and handle materials throughout the shift.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work in industrial plant environments with moving equipment and varying temperatures.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload incoming and outgoing shipments using forklifts, overhead cranes, and other material handling equipment.
• Prepare customer orders for shipment, including bundling, tagging, staging, packaging, and securing materials.
• Verify orders for accuracy and completeness before, during, and after loading activities.
• Assemble and package accessories such as clips, nuts, bolts, nosing, and structural components for shipment.
• Tag completed jobs, complete shipping documentation, and submit paperwork to supervision.
• Bundle and load trucks efficiently while maintaining production and quality standards.
• Cut steel strip and angle materials for welding and fabrication operations.
• Operate saws, forklifts, overhead cranes, and other equipment safely and effectively.
• Receive incoming materials, inspect for accuracy, and place materials into inventory or designated storage locations.
• Complete daily inspections of forklifts, cranes, and other equipment and report equipment issues or malfunctions to supervision.

Skills

Forklift operation

Crane operation

Reading shipping docs

Math skills

Communication skills

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklifts

Overhead cranes

Saws

Job description

IKG USA LLC in Garrett, IN seeks a Material Handler to prepare, stage, load, and ship materials for production and shipment. You will work with production, shipping, and supervision to maintain workflow and accuracy of inventory.

The role requires forklift/crane operation, the ability to read shipping documents, perform basic math, and lift up to 50 pounds in an industrial setting. Safety and teamwork are essential.