Material Handler & Equipment Operator (Forklift/Crane)

Dee Zee, Inc; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Dee Zee, Inc. is seeking a Material Handler in Des Moines, IA to operate forklifts and pallet handling equipment, move WIP materials, and ensure accurate inventory. The role emphasizes safety, 6S housekeeping, and adherence to environmental and material-handling procedures.

The position requires 1+ year of related experience, ability to read BOMs, and effective teamwork. You will work in an environment with variable temperatures and noise, with opportunities to operate cranes and pallet

Qualifications

• 1+ year related experience required.
• Able to follow 6S procedures and maintain a clean, safe workspace.
• Ability to stop production and prevent shipment of nonconforming products.
• Team-oriented with effective communication to leads and departments.
• Proficient in operating forklifts and pallet handling equipment.
• Ability to read Bills of Materials (BOMs) and use handheld scanners.

Responsibilities

• Stage baskets at production equipment and move WIP materials throughout the facility.
• Support environmental policy by proactively implementing processes and reducing waste.
• Sweep and remove debris from floors as needed.
• Verify pallets, crates and boxes are properly labeled and identified.
• Load and unload trailers and scan materials to ensure accurate inventory tracking.
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment following 6S procedures.
• Occasionally operate overhead cranes to move and stage coils.
• Operate pallet wrapper and floor scale per procedures.
• Perform daily equipment inspections and complete checklists.
• Route and deliver materials to appropriate areas within the facility.

Skills

Forklift operation

Team player

SDS knowledge

Inventory accuracy

Communication

BOM reading

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Handheld scanners

Shrink wrap machine

Battery hoist

Pallet wrapper

Floor scale

Overhead cranes (occasional)

Job description

Dee Zee, Inc. is seeking a Material Handler in Des Moines, IA to operate forklifts and pallet handling equipment, move WIP materials, and ensure accurate inventory. The role emphasizes safety, 6S housekeeping, and adherence to environmental and material-handling procedures.

The position requires 1+ year of related experience, ability to read BOMs, and effective teamwork. You will work in an environment with variable temperatures and noise, with opportunities to operate cranes and pallet