Material Handler I

Force-America,-Inc; Fort Dodge (IA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Force-America, Inc. in Fort Dodge, IA is seeking a Material Handler to efficiently pull parts, ship and receive products, assist in inventory counts, and move stock throughout the warehouse. The role involves forklift operation and accurate ERP record-keeping.

You will work in a warehouse environment, collaborating with teammates to optimize shelving, support basic customer service, and maintain a clean, orderly facility throughout the shift.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of work experience in a warehouse or similar environment.
• Strong comprehension of verbal and written work expectations.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Sense of urgency and ability to prioritize to meet customer expectations.
• Detail oriented with a focus on quality.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate a forklift.
• Move throughout the warehouse to pull and pick orders.
• Climb ladders to store and pull product.
• Push product on carts while preparing orders or shipping.
• Maintain inventory records and perform daily cycle counts.
• Maintain shelving capacity and organize the warehouse.
• Communicate with external providers as needed.
• Ensure a clean and orderly work environment.
• Record transactions in ERP system.

Skills

Forklift safety

Inventory management

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Time management

ERP familiarity

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel)

Job description

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Material Handler

Regular Full-Time Fort Dodge, IA, US

10 days ago Requisition ID: 1518

Overview:Must be able to efficiently pull parts for orders, ship and receive product, assist in inventory counts, move stock throughout the system, and maintain a clean and orderly warehouse.

• Safely operate a forklift.
• Move throughout the warehouse to pull and pick orders.
• Climb ladder to store and pull product.
• Push product on cart throughout warehouse (while picking and/or shipping product)
• Utilize inventory count sheet to conduct daily inventory cycle counts.
• Optimize shelving capacity.
• Communicate with external providers.
• Maintain a clean and orderly work environment.
• Maintain system accuracy and record transactions in ERP operating system.
• Distribution: Assist in customer service or counter sales.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 1 year of work experience.
• Strong comprehension of verbal and written work expectations.
• Able to work independently and within a team environment.
• Strong sense of urgency and ability to prioritize to meet the expectations of the customer.
• Detail oriented; motivated to provide the highest level of quality.
• Familiar with Microsoft office tools including, Outlook, Word, Excel, and web applications.

Work Environment:The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential job functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• The majority of the time will be inside conditions with protection from weather conditions, but not necessarily from temperature changes. Some work is achieved near open bays with no control over weather conditions. Work will be in a warehouse setting with frequent movement throughout the facility.

Physical Requirements:The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by and employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Must be able to exert up to 70 lbs. of force occasionally (5 times per day) and/or up to 50 lbs. of force frequently (50 times per day) and up to 25 lbs. of force on a regular basis through the day, depending on work related circumstances.
• Must be able to lift objects from floor to above shoulder level. Must be able to move objects/parts/tools and equipment from one area to another and one level to another level.
• Standing or Sitting for up to 4 hours at a time.
• Ability to push a cart throughout the warehouse while pulling orders or preparing shipping.
• Ability to use a ladder safely to store and/or pull product for orders.
• Reaching – extending and pulling the hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction while working with various tools as mentioned above.