Material Handler - Inventory & Receiving 1st shift

Marlin Steel Wire Products; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Marlin Steel Wire Products is seeking a hands-on Material Handler – Inventory & Receiving to support daily warehouse operations, with a focus on inbound receiving, inventory accuracy, and staging materials for production and shipment.

This role is fast-paced and physical, requiring organization, attention to detail, and willingness to assist across departments as needed. Forklift experience is required and safety protocols must be followed in a production environment.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of warehouse, receiving, or material handling experience.
• Strong attention to detail, especially with part verification and counts.
• Forklift experience required.

Responsibilities

• Receive, sort, and verify incoming materials against packing slips.
• Organize and stage incoming parts for put-away; maintain inventory accuracy.
• Put away materials in designated locations and support fast-moving production areas.
• Pull and prepare materials for outbound orders; assist with packaging and loading.

Skills

Warehouse experience

Forklift operation

Attention to detail

Read packing slips

Tools

Forklift

Job description

Work schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00am-4:30pmSummaryWe are hiring a hands-on Material Handler – Inventory & Receiving to support daily warehouse operations, with a strong focus on inbound receiving, inventory accuracy, and staging materials for production and shipment. This role is critical to keeping operations moving, especially in receiving, sorting, verifying, and putting away incoming parts, as well as supporting day-to-day material flow across the facility. This is a fast-paced, physical role that requires organization, attention to detail, and a willingness to jump in wherever needed.Key ResponsibilitiesReceive, sort, and verify incoming materials against packing slipsInspect for damage, discrepancies, and accuracyOrganize and stage incoming parts for put-awayEnsure timely processing to prevent bottlenecks in receivingMaintain accurate daily inventory through proper tracking and movementPut away materials in designated locations in an organized mannerConsolidate inventory and maintain clean, structured storage areasSupport ongoing inventory accuracy and cycle awarenessKit and stage orders (e.g., Bay Bridge and similar jobs)Move and shuffle materials to appropriate staging or production areasAct as an extra set of hands across departments as neededPull and prepare materials for outbound ordersPackage, band, and wrap shipments according to requirementsLoad and unload trucks safely using forklifts or other equipmentMaintain a clean, organized warehouse and work areaQualifications & Skills2+ years of warehouse, receiving, or material handling experienceStrong attention to detail, especially with part verification and countsForklift experience requiredAbility to read and understand packing slips and inventory documentsComfortable working independently and shifting priorities as neededPhysical RequirementsLift up to 55 lbs. regularlyStand/walk for extended shifts (9+ hours)Push/pull heavy material carts (up to 200 lbs.)Work in a production environment with temperature changes and exposure to dust, oils, and fumesSafety glasses are always requiredWork Environment:This position will work in a production setting that requires safety gear such as safety glasses, gloves, and ear protection. The workspace involves exposure to high temperatures, sparks, metal dust, and industrial fumes as well as varying noise levels. Employees must adhere to strict safety protocols to ensure a secure working environment.Flexibility of Job Duties and Responsibilities:The duties and responsibilities outlined in this job description are not intended to be all-inclusive or restrictive. Management reserves the right to modify, assign, reassign, or adjust an employee's job duties, responsibilities, work assignments, and positions as necessary to meet changing business needs, operational requirements, staffing demands, or production priorities. Employees may be required to perform duties outside their primary job description or temporarily or permanently transition to other roles or assignments as directed by management, provided they are appropriately trained and qualified to perform the assigned work.