Material Handler: Forklift & Inventory Specialist

Dee Zee, Inc; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Dee Zee, Inc in Des Moines, IA seeks a Material Handler to operate powered industrial equipment including forklifts, high lifts, and battery hoists. This role is focused on moving materials, loading and unloading, and ensuring accurate inventory through scanners and labeling checks.

You will support 6S, maintain a clean work area, and help route materials to designated spots while adhering to safety procedures and daily inspection routines.

Qualifications

• 1+ year related experience required.
• Ability to stop production and prevent shipment of nonconforming products.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Knowledge of material hazards and SDS (Safety Data Sheets).
• Ability to follow safe forklift procedures.
• Ability to read and understand Bills of Materials (BOMs).
• High School Diploma or GED preferred.

Responsibilities

• Stage baskets at production equipment and move WIP materials throughout the facility.
• Support environmental policy by reducing waste and improving processes.
• Sweep and remove debris from floors as needed.
• Verify pallets, crates and boxes are labeled and identified.
• Load and unload trailers and scan materials for inventory tracking.
• Maintain a safe, clean work environment following 6S.
• Occasionally operate overhead cranes to move 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 collaboration

Inventory control

SDS awareness

Safety procedures

Communication

Reading BOMs

Education

High School Diploma or GED preferred

Tools

Handheld scanners

Pallet wrapper

Battery hoist

Overhead cranes

Job description

Dee Zee, Inc in Des Moines, IA seeks a Material Handler to operate powered industrial equipment including forklifts, high lifts, and battery hoists. This role is focused on moving materials, loading and unloading, and ensuring accurate inventory through scanners and labeling checks.

You will support 6S, maintain a clean work area, and help route materials to designated spots while adhering to safety procedures and daily inspection routines.