Material Handler - Night Shift

Wm. T. Burnett Holding, LLC; Phoenix, Northern (AZ, KY); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Wm. T. Burnett Holding, LLC in Phoenix seeks a Material Handler to ensure safe, accurate movement of raw materials, finished goods, and production supplies across the facility.

This role supports daily operations by staging materials, loading/unloading trucks, maintaining inventory flow, and keeping lines stocked and operational. The position requires forklift experience or certification, the ability to read and interpret instructions, and strong attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Forklift experience and safety awareness required or able to obtain certification.
• Able to read and interpret work orders, manuals, and production documents.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in material handling tasks.
• Strong teamwork and effective communication in a fast-paced setting.
• Commitment to safety and adherence to procedures.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload materials, products, and supplies from trucks and production areas.
• Stage, move, and distribute materials according to production schedules.
• Verify material quantities and order accuracy.
• Inspect raw materials and finished goods; remove non-conforming items.
• Doff packages and handle rolls, fiber, and packaging materials as needed.
• Maintain knowledge of core locations and inventory flow.
• Operate material handling equipment as assigned (manual carts, pallet jacks, forklifts).
• Support Production, Lamination, Shipping, Maintenance, and Warehousing.
• Keep work areas clean, organized, and safe.
• Read schedules and loading documentation; follow lock-out/tag-out procedures.
• Report unsafe conditions or equipment issues to supervision.
• Communicate effectively with team and leadership to ensure material flow.
• Assist with inventory counts and basic material documentation.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Forklift operation

Reading & writing

Basic math

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Safety compliance

Communication

Independent work

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

JOB SUMMARY

The Material Handler is responsible for the safe, accurate, and efficient movement of raw materials, finished goods, and production supplies throughout their assigned department. This role supports daily operations by staging materials, loading/unloading trucks, maintaining inventory flow, and ensuring production lines remain stocked and operational. The Material Handler plays a critical role in maintaining productivity, safety, and material accuracy across the facility.

JOB FUNCTIONS/DUTIES

• Load and unload materials, products, and supplies from trucks, trailers, and production areas.
• Stage, move, and distribute materials to appropriate departments based on production schedules.
• Verify material quantities, product identification, and order accuracy.
• Perform visual inspections of raw materials and finished goods; remove damaged or non-conforming material as needed.
• Doff packages, handle rolls, fiber, and packaging materials as required by department needs.
• Maintain proper knowledge of tube cores, packaging materials, raw stock areas, and finished goods locations.
• Operate material handling equipment as assigned (manual carts, pallet jacks, forklifts if certified.
• Support multiple departments including but not limited to Production, Lamination, Shipping, Maintenance, and Warehousing.
• Maintain clean, organized, and safe work areas in all material handling zones.
• Read and interpret production schedules, work orders, and loading documentation.
• Follow all lock-out/tag-out procedures and safety protocols.
• Report unsafe conditions, damaged inventory, or equipment issues to the Supervisor immediately.
• Communicate effectively with team members and leadership to ensure smooth material flow.
• Assist with inventory counts, tracking, and basic material documentation.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS

• Accuracy of material movement and order fulfillment
• Timeliness of material staging and loading
• Safety compliance and housekeeping standards
• Equipment handling and care
• Attendance, reliability, and teamwork
• Communication effectiveness

QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma or GED (preferred)
• Experience operating a forklift
• Ability to read, write, and interpret work instructions and documents
• Ability to perform basic math functionsAbility to lift up to 80lbs regularly
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Forklift certification preferred (or ability to obtain)
• Strong commitment to safety

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Indoor and outdoor work environments
• Exposure to production equipment, dust, heat, noise, and moving machinery
• Physically demanding role involving continuous movement, lifting, bending, and standing
• Uneven surfaces, ramps, stairs, and industrial flooring

This position is Monday through Friday working from 6:00 PM until 2:30 AM.