Material Handler — Lean Flow & Growth Opportunities

Milwaukee Succeeds; Franklin (WI); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Paid time off and holidays

401(k) with company match

Training and certificationOpportuniti­

Growth and advancement within Supply C

Job summary

API Heat Transfer in Franklin, WI is seeking a reliable Material Handler to support continuous material flow on the production floor. You will deliver materials, stage at points of use, operate pallet jacks or forklifts, and help maintain 5S standards to keep operations running smoothly.

This full-time, on-site role offers training, opportunities to advance within the Supply Chain, and comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage.

Qualifications

• Experience in manufacturing, materials handling, or warehousing.
• Ability to safely operate pallet jacks, carts, and forklifts.
• Familiarity with Kanban or Lean principles is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to walk, push, pull, and lift up to 50 lbs regularly.
• Reliable, punctual, and able to work independently.
• Good communication skills and a team-oriented attitude.

Responsibilities

• Deliver raw materials, components, and packaging to production workstations on a timed route.
• Replenish materials using Kanban signals, pick lists, and standard work instructions.
• Remove empty containers, scrap, finished parts, and dunnage from work areas.
• Stage and organize materials at Point-of-Use locations.
• Operate pallet jacks, tuggers, and forklifts (training provided if needed).
• Maintain accurate inventory by scanning materials and reporting discrepancies.
• Support cycle counting and basic inventory control activities.
• Maintain 5S standards in material storage and production areas.
• Communicate shortages or material issues promptly to the Supply Chain team.
• Follow all safety policies and maintain a clean, organized work environment.

Skills

Material handling

Forklift operation

Lean / Kanban

Attention to detail

Lifting 50 lbs

Communication

Reliability

Team player

Warehouse experience

Tools

Pallet jacks

Forklifts

Kanban systems

Job description

API Heat Transfer in Franklin, WI is seeking a reliable Material Handler to support continuous material flow on the production floor. You will deliver materials, stage at points of use, operate pallet jacks or forklifts, and help maintain 5S standards to keep operations running smoothly.

This full-time, on-site role offers training, opportunities to advance within the Supply Chain, and comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage.