Material Handler Shipping Receiving Inventory Accuracy

Walinga Inc.; Michigan; Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Walinga USA in Michigan is seeking a skilled Material Handler to move, store, and distribute materials within our warehouse and production areas. This role ensures accurate receiving, proper storage, and timely delivery, with a strong emphasis on safety and teamwork.

You will count, pack, pick, monitor shipments, track inventory movements, and support year-end counts. The job requires reliability, basic math, reading abilities, and the ability to work independently or in a team in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• High school diploma and one year of equivalent work experience.
• Strong basic math and reading abilities.
• Read and interpret data with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Count, store, pack and pick items in warehouse.
• Monitor shipments for accuracy and conditions; report discrepancies.
• Track and report all inventory movements.
• Dispose of damaged or defective goods with documentation.
• Assess inventory conditions for distribution purposes.
• Keep aisles and receiving areas clean and organized.
• Arrange parts for satellite locations and production needs.
• Assist production with returns and other issues.
• Support year-end inventory activities.
• Move products in and out of production areas.
• Ensure proper handling and storage of inventory.
• Operate forklifts in line with safety procedures.

Skills

Inventory control

Warehouse ops

Safety compliance

Material handling

Teamwork

Math skills

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma

Tools

WMS software

Barcode scanners

Job description

\"To produce superior transportation and conveying solutions for generations.\"

Mission

Through the manufacturing of exceptionally innovative transportation and conveying solutions, we intend to serve the needs of the global community. Reflecting on our Christian mandate, our culture strives to serve the best interest of our staff, customers, and vendors.

Job Overview:

Walinga USA is currently seeking a skilled Material Handler to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for the efficient movement, storage, and distribution of materials within a warehouse or production facility. This role ensures that materials are accurately received, stored, and delivered to the appropriate locations in a timely manner. ** This is NOT a job where you will be driving a fork-lift all day. If that is what you prefer to do, this is not the job for you. **

• Counting, storing, packing, and picking.
• Monitor incoming shipments for accuracy and condition, reporting discrepancies.
• Track and report all inventory movements.
• Dispose of and document damaged or defective goods.
• Assess inventory conditions for distribution purposes.
• Maintain warehouse cleanliness and keep aisles and receiving areas clear.
• Organize and arrange parts/units for satellite locations.
• Assist production with returns and other issues.
• Support year-end inventory activities.
• Move products in and out of the production area.
• Ensure proper handling and storage of inventory.
• Operate forklifts in compliance with health, safety, and company procedures.

Skill & Knowledge Requirements:

• Organize and perform tasks across all departments.
• Follow safety standards and report unsafe conditions.
• Complete equipment inspections and logs.
• Maintain knowledge of company policies and procedures.
• Use protective gear as required.
• Keep equipment and work areas safe and well-maintained.
• Participate in skill and safety training.
• Work independently or as part of a team.
• Must be reliable, self-motivated, and adaptable to a fast-paced environment.

Other Qualifications and Considerations:

• High school diploma and one year of equivalent work experience
• Strong basic math skills
• Ability to read
• Decision making capability - problem solving
• Attain precise standards, follow work instructions
• Read and Interpret data
• Ability to work in fast pace work environment
• Ability to work independently and in a group

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to climb, walk, squat, kneel and perform above shoulder height activity.
• Lift from floor to waist up to 50 lbs.
• Lift from waist to shoulder up to 30lbs.
• Lift and above shoulder height up to 10 lbs.
• Work in all weather conditions.
• Ability to work with or around chemicals.

This position offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic warehouse environment with room for growth and advancement. If you meet the qualifications and are ready to take on this exciting opportunity, we have a 90% retention rate of our employees which says a lot about the company and culture we have at Walinga USA. Check us out!

As an employee in the Michigan workplace, you are required to:

• Ensure compliance with company policies and industry regulations regarding inventory management,
• Use personal protective equipment and clothing as directed by the employer,
• Report workplace hazards and dangers to the supervisor or employer,
• Work in a safe manner as required by the employer and use the prescribed safety equipment,
• Tell the supervisor or employer about any missing or defective equipment or protective device that may be dangerous,
• Refuse unsafe work.
• Participate in the workplace health and safety activities through the Health and Safety Committee (JHSC) or as a worker health and safety representative.
• Know, or the right to be informed about, actual and potential dangers in the workplace.