Material Handler - Forklift & WIP Logistics Specialist

Dee Zee, Inc.; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Dee Zee, Inc. is seeking a Material Handler to operate powered industrial equipment, including forklifts, high lifts, and related vehicles, in a facility with variable conditions and safety considerations.

The role emphasizes safety, accuracy, and teamwork to move WIP and finished materials while maintaining compliance with 6S standards. Responsibilities include staging, loading/unloading trailers, scanning materials for inventory, and performing routine equipment inspections.

Qualifications

• 1+ year related experience required.
• Ability to stop production and prevent nonconforming shipments.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Knowledge of Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and safety procedures.
• Ability to operate forklifts and follow safe procedures.
• Ability to read Bills of Materials (BOMs).

Responsibilities

• Stage baskets at production equipment and move WIP materials.
• Load and unload trailers; scan materials for inventory tracking.
• Maintain a clean, safe work area following 6S procedures.
• Verify pallets, crates and boxes are labeled and identified.
• Route materials to appropriate areas within the facility.
• Operate pallets wrapper and battery hoist as needed.
• Perform daily equipment inspections and complete checklists.

Skills

Teamwork

Forklift safety

Scanner usage

BOM reading

Communication

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Pallet wrapper

Battery hoist

Handheld scanners

Overhead cranes

Floor scale

Job description

Dee Zee, Inc. is seeking a Material Handler to operate powered industrial equipment, including forklifts, high lifts, and related vehicles, in a facility with variable conditions and safety considerations.

The role emphasizes safety, accuracy, and teamwork to move WIP and finished materials while maintaining compliance with 6S standards. Responsibilities include staging, loading/unloading trailers, scanning materials for inventory, and performing routine equipment inspections.