Materials Flow Specialist — Forklift & Inventory

Tate; Pocahontas (AR); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401k

Job summary

Tate Inc. is seeking a Material Handler in Pocahontas, AR to support manufacturing and warehouse operations by moving, storing, and tracking materials to ensure production continuity.

You will maintain material flow, record transactions in ERP systems, and assist with counts and reconciliations while adhering to safety procedures and housekeeping standards. Strong attention to detail and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1–3 years of experience in warehouse, logistics, or manufacturing preferred.
• Experience operating forklifts or material handling equipment preferred.
• Basic understanding of inventory processes and material handling procedures.
• Ability to use handheld scanners, inventory systems, or basic computer applications.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in inventory handling.
• Ability to work in fast-paced manufacturing or warehouse environments.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Ability to follow instructions and adhere to safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Move raw materials, components, and finished goods using appropriate handling equipment.
• Load and unload materials from trucks, storage areas, and production lines.
• Stage materials for production orders based on scheduling and operational requirements.
• Record material movements and transactions accurately within inventory or ERP systems.
• Verify quantities and materials against documentation prior to movement or storage.
• Support cycle counts, physical inventory, and reconciliation activities as required.
• Identify discrepancies in inventory records and report issues to supervision.
• Maintain organized inventory locations to support efficient material retrieval and storage.
• Operate forklifts, pallet jacks, or other equipment safely and efficiently.
• Support production teams by ensuring materials are available and accessible as needed.
• Comply with company policies, procedures, and operational requirements at all times.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Communication

Safety procedures

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift operation

Handheld scanners

ERP systems

Inventory software

Job description

Tate Inc. is seeking a Material Handler in Pocahontas, AR to support manufacturing and warehouse operations by moving, storing, and tracking materials to ensure production continuity.

You will maintain material flow, record transactions in ERP systems, and assist with counts and reconciliations while adhering to safety procedures and housekeeping standards. Strong attention to detail and teamwork are essential.