Material Handler I: Forklift Operator & Cycle Counter

ITW; Pocahontas (IA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation

Paid sick leave

Holiday leave

Parental leave

Job summary

ITW in Pocahontas, IA is seeking a Material Handler I to join a team focused on productivity goals. You will perform material handling duties including shipping, packing, loading and unloading trailers, while maintaining safety and quality standards.

The role involves operating forklifts, counting cycles, and supporting everyday warehouse tasks. Candidates should be able to work in a manufacturing environment with attention to safety and efficiency.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Previous experience in order picking and cycle counting preferred.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure.
• Ability to operate forklifts in a safe manner; certification preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate orally and in written form effectively with co-workers and other departments.
• Strong interpersonal skills are essential

Responsibilities

• Pick, Pack and Process completed production accurately and within established productivity standards.
• Operate Forklift and Pallet Trucks in a safe and responsible manner.
• Loading products onto trucks in a safe manner.
• Unloading products from trucks or ocean containers in a safe manner.
• Respond to basic Automation faults.
• Reset pallet counts.
• Keep work areas clean, neat and well-organized; assist housekeeping activities.
• Participate in cycle counting inventory according to schedule.
• Work collaboratively with leaders.
• Observe ITW safety policies and participate in safety program.
• Contribute towards process improvement within job parameters.
• Perform general warehouse duties as necessary.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Arithmetic skills

Forklift operation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift/Palet Trucks

Job description

ITW in Pocahontas, IA is seeking a Material Handler I to join a team focused on productivity goals. You will perform material handling duties including shipping, packing, loading and unloading trailers, while maintaining safety and quality standards.

The role involves operating forklifts, counting cycles, and supporting everyday warehouse tasks. Candidates should be able to work in a manufacturing environment with attention to safety and efficiency.