Material Handler - Forklift & 2nd Shift Differential

specialtymanufacturing; White Bear Lake (MN); On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Profit sharing retirement

Job summary

Specialty Manufacturing in Minnesota is seeking a Material Handler to safely move, store, and distribute raw materials, WIP, and finished goods across the plant. You will support production by delivering materials to machining centers, assembly areas, and shipping locations while maintaining inventory accuracy and safety.

Two shifts are available: 6:00AM-2:30PM and 2:00PM-10:30PM, with a second shift differential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability to operate forklifts and other material-handling equipment safely.
• Basic math and counting skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to read work orders, shipping documents, and inventory records.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Transport raw materials, parts, and finished goods throughout the facility using forklifts, pallet jacks, carts, or other material-handling equipment.
• Supply machine operators with necessary materials, tools, and components to maintain production schedules.
• Load and unload deliveries and verify quantities against receiving documents.
• Stage materials for production jobs according to work orders and production schedules.
• Move completed parts to inspection, secondary operations, assembly, or shipping departments.
• Maintain accurate inventory records through barcode scanning, ERP systems, or inventory tracking procedures.
• Conduct cycle counts and assist with inventory audits.
• Organize and maintain stock locations, racks, bins, and storage areas.
• Package, label, and prepare products for shipment.
• Follow all safety procedures related to material handling, forklift operation, and warehouse activities.
• Assist in maintaining a clean and organized work environment following 5S and lean manufacturing practices.
• Report damaged materials, inventory discrepancies, and safety concerns to supervisors.
• Support other shop and warehouse functions as assigned.

Skills

Forklift operation

Basic math

Reading shipping documents

Inventory accuracy

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Time management

Independent work

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Specialty Manufacturing in Minnesota is seeking a Material Handler to safely move, store, and distribute raw materials, WIP, and finished goods across the plant. You will support production by delivering materials to machining centers, assembly areas, and shipping locations while maintaining inventory accuracy and safety.

Two shifts are available: 6:00AM-2:30PM and 2:00PM-10:30PM, with a second shift differential.