Material Handler — Steel, Shipping & Inventory

IKG Corp.; Garrett, Northern (IN, KY); Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

IKG Corp. in Garrett, IN, is seeking a Material Handler to support production and shipping by loading, unloading, inspecting, and staging materials, including steel grating products and hardware. This role emphasizes safety, accuracy, and teamwork within a manufacturing setting.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED, forklift experience preferred, ability to lift up to 50 pounds, and strong documentation skills to maintain inventory integrity and orderly storage.

Qualifications

• Forklift operation and warehouse safety are required.
• Ability to read and interpret work orders and shipping docs.
• Basic math skills for measurements and packing calculations.
• Experience with material handling equipment is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload shipments using forklifts and cranes.
• Prepare customer orders for shipment and stage materials.
• Verify orders for accuracy during loading and packing.
• Package accessories and assemble components for shipment.
• Maintain accurate shipping and inventory records.

Skills

Forklift operation

Reading shipping documents

Basic math

Safety-conscious

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

IKG Corp. in Garrett, IN, is seeking a Material Handler to support production and shipping by loading, unloading, inspecting, and staging materials, including steel grating products and hardware. This role emphasizes safety, accuracy, and teamwork within a manufacturing setting.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED, forklift experience preferred, ability to lift up to 50 pounds, and strong documentation skills to maintain inventory integrity and orderly storage.