Material Handler | Forklift & Shipping Specialist

Columbus McKinnon; Menomonee Falls (WI); On-site; USD 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Columbus McKinnon in Menomonee Falls, WI is seeking a Material Handler responsible for receiving and storing raw materials, pulling and delivering to manufacturing areas, and packing products for shipping, in line with company policies.

The role requires operating forklift, loading and unloading trucks, and completing paperwork; candidates should have a high school diploma and some shipping/receiving experience; safety and housekeeping are emphasized.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required, plus related shipping/receiving experience as described.
• Ability to read and interpret writing and paperwork related to shipments.
• Good communication and safety-focused work habits.

Responsibilities

• Receive raw materials and unload trucks, moving materials to storage areas.
• Pick materials per work orders and deliver to manufacturing or shipping areas.
• Pack and crate finished parts for shipment following standard packaging practices.
• Load finished products onto trucks for shipping.
• Deliver materials to customers or vendors as needed.
• Perform routine forklift inspections to ensure safe operation.
• Complete special projects and maintain required paperwork.
• Maintain safety rules and housekeeping daily; overtime as needed.

Skills

Reading and interpreting instructions

Effective communication

Safety awareness and compliance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift operation

Warehouse equipment handling

Job description

Columbus McKinnon in Menomonee Falls, WI is seeking a Material Handler responsible for receiving and storing raw materials, pulling and delivering to manufacturing areas, and packing products for shipping, in line with company policies.

The role requires operating forklift, loading and unloading trucks, and completing paperwork; candidates should have a high school diploma and some shipping/receiving experience; safety and housekeeping are emphasized.