Material Handler: Forklift, 401k Match & Lean Ops

Chandler Industries LLC; Blaine (MN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) plan with company match

Supplemental benefit options

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Job summary

Chandler Industries is seeking a motivated Material Handler to join our Blaine, MN team. In this hands-on role, you will safely transport materials, maintain inventory accuracy, and support daily shop floor operations under the Production Manager.

You will operate forklifts, cranes, and other equipment, participate in Lean initiatives, and help keep the workplace safe and efficient. A high school diploma and forklift experience are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least one year of forklift operator experience.
• Valid forklift operator certification or ability to obtain one.
• Ability to operate an overhead crane and other material handling equipment.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and accuracy in completing work.
• Ability to read, write, communicate, and understand instructions in English.
• Ability to perform the physical duties of the role, including lifting up to 40 pounds.
• This position involves ITAR information; U.S. persons required.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate forklifts to move materials between storage, production lines, and shipping docks.
• Store and rotate stock; maintain inventory accuracy through cycle counts.
• Maintain machine coolant levels and manage waste/containers.
• Coordinate and assist with saw activities per production schedule.
• Load and unload recycling trucks and containers using material handling equipment.
• Perform routine forklift checks and report equipment issues.
• Maintain a clean, organized workplace following 5S and PPE rules.
• Participate in Lean initiatives to reduce waste and improve operations.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

English literacy

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift

Overhead crane

Material handling equipment

Job description

Chandler Industries is seeking a motivated Material Handler to join our Blaine, MN team. In this hands-on role, you will safely transport materials, maintain inventory accuracy, and support daily shop floor operations under the Production Manager.

You will operate forklifts, cranes, and other equipment, participate in Lean initiatives, and help keep the workplace safe and efficient. A high school diploma and forklift experience are required.