Material Handler – Forklift & Inventory Specialist

ProAmpac; Lenexa (KS); On-site; USD 33,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, life, disability

401(k) with company match

PTO

Employee discounts

Collaborative environment

Job summary

ProAmpac in Lenexa, KS is seeking a dependable Material Handler to move, store, and track materials in a fast-paced manufacturing warehouse. You will support inventory accuracy, shipping operations, and production efficiency while maintaining workplace safety.

Responsibilities include operating forklifts, handling hazardous and universal waste per regulations, and ensuring DOT/OSHA compliance. Opportunities exist for growth within a collaborative team.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of warehouse experience.
• Ability to read a tape measure.
• Forklift certification required or ability to obtain certification.
• Experience operating industrial forklifts and standing lift trucks preferred.
• Basic computer skills, including e-mail and inventory management systems.
• Basic math, reading, and writing skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Operate motorized forklift trucks to move materials between warehouse storage and production areas.
• Operate hand carts to deliver packages and materials to designated recipients.
• Operate man-up turret forklifts and work safely at heights exceeding 15 feet.
• Perform computerized inventory transactions and maintain inventory accuracy.
• Bale scrap film and corrugated packaging materials as needed.
• Manage and handle hazardous and universal waste in compliance with environmental regulations.
• Move and prepare hazardous waste containers for shipment in accordance with DOT and hazardous waste regulations.
• Follow all safety guidelines, wear required PPE, and meet OSHA safety requirements.
• Complete additional duties and projects as assigned by leadership.

Skills

Warehouse experience

Tape measure

Forklift certification

Forklift operation

Inventory software

Basic math & literacy

Teamwork

Tools

Inventory management system

Job description

ProAmpac in Lenexa, KS is seeking a dependable Material Handler to move, store, and track materials in a fast-paced manufacturing warehouse. You will support inventory accuracy, shipping operations, and production efficiency while maintaining workplace safety.

Responsibilities include operating forklifts, handling hazardous and universal waste per regulations, and ensuring DOT/OSHA compliance. Opportunities exist for growth within a collaborative team.