Material Handler (Must have forklift license)

Cavco Martinsville; Martinsville (VA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Cavco Martinsville is seeking a Material Handler to store, move, and manage materials at our Martinsville, VA facility. You will document deliveries, track inventory, and support production with accurate material handling.

Prior forklift experience is essential, and employees should be capable of lifting up to 100 pounds and working overtime as needed. The role emphasizes safety, efficiency, and teamwork in a hands‑on warehouse environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 0–2 years of experience in a similar role.
• OSHA forklift certification is an advantage.
• Ability to lift up to 100 pounds.
• Overtime including weekends, holidays, and evenings may be required.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload inventory from loading docks, trucks, storage, and production areas.
• Verify incoming deliveries match purchase orders.
• Store cargo in assigned locations using pallets and boards.
• Track inventory location and quantities.
• Record movements daily on production sheets.
• Operate forklifts and other materials-handling equipment.
• Pull products based on client orders and maintain accuracy.
• Monitor stock levels and suggest purchasing needs.
• Coordinate pickups/returns with vendors.
• Follow all safety and health regulations.

Skills

Forklift certification

Physical fitness

Overtime availability

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Material Handler (Must have forklift license)

Job Category: Production

Requisition Number: MATER004988

• Full-Time
• On-site

Locations

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Cavco Martinsville
1100 Rives Rd
Martinsville, VA 24112, USA

Description

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Material Handler is in charge of storing, moving, and managing hazardous or non-hazardous materials. Also referred to as Warehouse Associates, their work includes moving stock, documenting deliveries, and monitoring supplies. They don’t need formal education but do require on-the-job training.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Load and unload inventory from loading docks, delivery trucks, storage areas, and production areas.
• Ensure all incoming delivery matches the company purchase order.
• Store cargo in assigned locations using cargo boards and pallets.
• Manage inventory by identifying, cataloging, and recording the location of inventory.
• Record the number of units handled and moved every day using production sheets.
• Operate various machinery including booms, cameras, cranes, and forklifts to handle materials and inventory.
• Analyze pick sheets based on clients orders and pull the appropriate products for each order.
• Track supply levels and regularly submit purchasing recommendations.
• Contact vendors for pick-ups or returns.
• Comply with all safety and health regulations.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or equivalent qualification.
• A minimum of 0 - 2 years' experience in a similar role.
• Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA) forklift certification is an advantage.
• Excellent physical fitness with the ability to lift up to a maximum of 100 pounds.
• Availability to work overtime including weekends, public holidays, and evenings.
• Outstanding organizational and communication skills.

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