Material Handler - Forklift Certified | OT Eligible

Shyft Group; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 22,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellness: Medical, Dental, V,

401(k) with match

Disability

Life Insurance

Educational Reimbursement

EAP

Dependent Care

Job summary

The Shyft Group is hiring a Material Handler for Utilimaster in Kansas City, MO. This full-time, hourly role pays $19.50/hr.

You will perform tasks including ordering, filling, kitting, stocking, loading, and inspecting orders with emphasis on accuracy and safety. Expect to lift at least 40 pounds, climb up to 20 feet, operate forklift and other handling equipment, maintain inventory accuracy, perform cycle counts, and support ERP/MRP and barcode scanning workflows.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED required.
• Familiarity with line set practices and handling methods.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Commitment to a high standard of excellence.
• Versatility and willingness to adapt to changing priorities.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Familiarity with Outlook, Word and Excel.
• Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions.
• One to two years related experience or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Maintain valid forklift/stand-up license and daily forklift maintenance log.
• Work with ERP/MRP systems and barcode scanners.
• Maintain inventory accuracy through stock transfers and cycle counts.
• Plan and order materials as required by operations schedule.
• Line and organize materials in a timely manner.
• Identify damaged materials and communicate shortages.
• Transport materials using pallet jack, forklift, stand-up, or pac mule.
• Assist operators by lifting heavy objects and participate in quality improvement efforts.
• Uphold safety standards and housekeeping across responsibilities.
• Prepare required reports and communications; participate in physical inventory.

Skills

Forklift license

ERP/MRP

Barcode scanners

Inventory accuracy

Materials planning

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Job description

The Shyft Group is hiring a Material Handler for Utilimaster in Kansas City, MO. This full-time, hourly role pays $19.50/hr.

You will perform tasks including ordering, filling, kitting, stocking, loading, and inspecting orders with emphasis on accuracy and safety. Expect to lift at least 40 pounds, climb up to 20 feet, operate forklift and other handling equipment, maintain inventory accuracy, perform cycle counts, and support ERP/MRP and barcode scanning workflows.