Material Handling Specialist

ManpowerGroup; Suffolk (VA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and Prescription Drug Plans

Dental Plan

Supplemental Life Insurance

Short Term Disability Insurance

401(k)

Job summary

ManpowerGroup is seeking a Material Handling Specialist in Suffolk, VA to support our client’s warehouse operations. The role requires attention to detail, teamwork, and a proactive approach while handling shipments and inventory using RF scan guns and warehouse systems.

The position offers a stable day shift (Mon-Fri, 7:30am-4:30pm) with forklift operation as part of the duties. A valid forklift certification is required to perform duties safely and efficiently.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs safely.
• Experience with material handling and operating industrial equipment.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in work.
• Ability to multi-task and work effectively under tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Verify and prepare incoming and outgoing shipments to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Receive parts into inventory using RF scan guns, shop floor systems, and warehouse management systems.
• Separate inbound loads by part number and customer, and process outbound shipments using FIFO methodology.
• Stage, audit, and ensure all outbound shipments are properly documented and signed off.
• Operate industrial handling equipment to load, unload, and move materials efficiently within the warehouse.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Proactive attitude

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

RF scan guns

Warehouse management systems

Shop floor systems

Job description

Our client, a leading organization in the manufacturing and supply chain industry, is seeking a Material Handling Specialist to join their team. As a Material Handling Specialist, you will be part of the Logistics Department supporting the warehouse operations. The ideal candidate will demonstrate attention to detail, strong teamwork skills, and a proactive attitude, which will align successfully in the organization.

Job Title: Material Handling Specialist

Location: Suffolk, VA

Pay Range: $18.00

Shift: Mon-Fri 7:30am to 4:30pm

Forklift Certification Required!

What's the Job?

• Verify and prepare incoming and outgoing shipments to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Receive parts into inventory using RF scan guns, shop floor systems, and warehouse management systems.
• Separate inbound loads by part number and customer, and process outbound shipments using FIFO methodology.
• Stage, audit, and ensure all outbound shipments are properly documented and signed off.
• Operate industrial handling equipment to load, unload, and move materials efficiently within the warehouse.

What's Needed?

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs safely.
• Experience with material handling and operating industrial equipment.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in work.
• Ability to multi-task and work effectively under tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

What's in it for me?

• Opportunity to work with a dynamic and supportive team.
• Engagement in meaningful logistics and warehouse operations.
• Potential for career growth within the organization.
• Stable work schedule with consistent hours.
• Work in a safety-focused environment that values your contributions.

Upon completion of waiting period associates are eligible for:

• Medical and Prescription Drug Plans
• Dental Plan
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Short Term Disability Insurance
• 401(k)

ManpowerGroup is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in a professional, high quality work environment. It is the policy of ManpowerGroup and all of its subsidiaries to recruit, train, promote, transfer, pay and take all employment actions without regard to an employee's race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law.