Material Handling Operator 2

Ampcus, Inc; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 43,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Ampcus, Inc is seeking a Material Handling Operator 2 in Portland, OR. The role focuses on receiving, inspecting, storing, picking, packaging, and shipping materials with strict inventory control and safe operation of material-handling equipment.

Responsibilities include accurate data entry, adherence to shipping and dangerous-goods requirements, and maintaining inventory records while performing routine stock checks and order fulfillment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Approximately 3 years of practical experience in warehouse, logistics, material handling, inventory, or related field.
• Experience with warehouse processes, routines, and material-handling practices.
• Experience with specialized warehouse or inventory management software/systems.
• Forklift experience strongly preferred.
• Ability to interpret shipping documents and packaging instructions.
• Understanding of shipping/packing procedures; dangerous-goods knowledge a plus.

Responsibilities

• Receive and verify incoming goods against shipping documents.
• Inspect incoming materials for damage and document discrepancies.
• Operate material-handling equipment (forklifts) safely.
• Enter and maintain material and inventory data in designated systems.
• Coordinate storage, movement, and removal of materials in the warehouse.
• Maintain accurate inventory records and perform stock checks.

Skills

Warehouse processes

Inventory management

Forklift operation

Warehouse software

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Inventory management software

Job description

Job Title: Material Handling Operator 2

Location(s): Portland, OR

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Material Handling Operator responsible for receiving, inspecting, storing, picking, packaging, and shipping materials. The role requires accurate inventory management, proper use of material-handling equipment, timely system transactions, and adherence to shipping, safety, and dangerous-goods requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Receive incoming goods and verify material number, description, and quantity against shipping documents.
• Inspect incoming materials for visible damage and document discrepancies as required.
• Safely operate and properly use material-handling equipment, including hand-guided industrial trucks and forklifts.
• Enter and maintain material and inventory data accurately in designated systems.
• Coordinate the acceptance, storage, movement, commissioning, and removal of materials within the warehouse.
• Maintain accurate inventory records and conduct regular stock checks and physical inventories.
• Pick materials from designated storage locations based on delivery requirements.
• Verify picked materials for completeness and accuracy, including quantity and material/article number against delivery documentation.
• Package outgoing shipments according to shipping instructions, approved packaging methods, and applicable requirements, including dangerous-goods procedures where applicable.
• Prepare and attach required shipping documentation to outgoing materials.
• Perform internal and, when required, external material transportation using appropriate vehicles or transportation equipment.
• Follow established warehouse procedures, safety requirements, and operational guidelines.
• Resolve routine and unexpected operational issues using sound judgment and established procedures.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED certificate required.
• Minimum 3 years of vocational training or equivalent specialized training.
• Approximately 3 years of practical experience in warehouse, logistics, material handling, inventory, or a related field.
• Basic theoretical and practical knowledge of warehouse processes, procedures, work routines, and material-handling practices.
• Experience working with specialized warehouse or inventory management software/systems.
• Ability to operate standard material-handling equipment safely; forklift experience is strongly preferred.
• Ability to accurately interpret shipping documents, delivery notes, material numbers, quantities, and packaging instructions.
• Understanding of standard shipping and packaging procedures; dangerous-goods handling knowledge is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate inventory and shipment records.

Additional Requirements

• Must be able to provide a 7-year employment history.
• Must successfully pass a 10-year background screening.
• Must successfully pass a 10-panel drug screening.
• Must demonstrate the ability to handle multiple processes and routine operational situations independently.
• Must be capable of applying established procedures and adapting them appropriately when unexpected issues arise.

Ampcus is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veterans or individuals with disabilities.