Material Handler & Forklift Operator

Westlake Management Services; Bristol (TN); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Westlake Management Services in Bristol, TN is seeking a Material Handler to safely move, stage, stock, pull, and load finished products and materials across the facility. The role operates forklifts and related equipment in a fast-paced manufacturing and warehouse environment.

The ideal candidate has 6–12 months of warehouse or related experience, basic math and computer skills, and the ability to follow detailed instructions.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience.
• Six to twelve months of warehouse, shipping, manufacturing, or material-handling experience preferred.
• Previous powered industrial truck or forklift experience preferred.
• Must successfully complete powered industrial truck training and evaluation and be authorized to operate equipment required for the position.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations to count and verify quantities.
• Ability to read, understand, and follow pick sheets, loading instructions, safety procedures and other work instructions.
• Strong attention to detail with a focus on accuracy and quality.

Responsibilities

• Safely transport moulding and other materials from production and pack lines to designated staging or stock areas.
• Move finished products from staging and storage areas for shipment.
• Pick, stage, and load products according to pick sheets, loading sheets, and shipping instructions.
• Load trucks in the correct sequence and verify product quantities for accuracy.
• Assemble moulding into units and band products as required for shipment.
• Transport cartons and materials using forklifts, carts, and other approved material-handling equipment.
• Complete required pre-use inspections of forklifts and promptly report equipment issues or unsafe conditions.
• Unload materials and place them in designated inventory locations.
• Maintain product quality in accordance with established standards.
• Maintain clean, organized, and safe work, staging, and storage areas.
• Meet established safety, quality, productivity, and accuracy standards.
• Maintain reliable and regular attendance consistent with the requirements of the position and Company policy, subject to applicable law and approved leave or accommodations.

Skills

Powered industrial truck

Basic math

Reading and following instructions

Teamwork

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Westlake Management Services in Bristol, TN is seeking a Material Handler to safely move, stage, stock, pull, and load finished products and materials across the facility. The role operates forklifts and related equipment in a fast-paced manufacturing and warehouse environment.

The ideal candidate has 6–12 months of warehouse or related experience, basic math and computer skills, and the ability to follow detailed instructions.