Materials Handler: Inventory, Forklift & Shipping

JLG Industries; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Oshkosh Corporation in Houston, TX is seeking a Materials Support specialist responsible for maintaining accurate inventory and ensuring efficient movement of materials. You will identify, label, stock, transport, and record materials, verify packing slips, and support production and inventory control.

The role requires safe operation of powered industrial equipment and effective communication with internal teams. Overtime and variable shifts may be required.

Qualifications

• Basic computer knowledge is required.
• Ability to successfully complete forklift training and obtain/maintain a forklift license.
• Ability to acquire and understand lean manufacturing concepts.
• Willingness to work overtime including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Maintain regular and reliable on-site attendance.

Responsibilities

• Maintain inventory accuracy by identifying, labeling, stocking, and recording materials and supplies.
• Safely operate forklifts to transport materials inside and outside the facility.
• Verify items and quantities against packing slips and process receipts or shipments.
• Package materials for safe delivery to internal or external customers.
• Respond to material requests and communicate effectively with internal departments.
• Prepare bills of lading and delivery documentation.
• Pull and verify materials for production orders.
• Support scheduled and ad hoc cycle counts as directed.
• Accurately use the inventory management system to track material movements.
• Sort items by destination and ensure they match purchase order details.
• Must be available to work overtime as required.

Skills

Forklift operation

Overtime willingness

Attendance reliability

Lean manufacturing understanding

Basic computer knowledge

Team communication

Education

Forklift license

6 months manufacturing experience

Job description

Oshkosh Corporation in Houston, TX is seeking a Materials Support specialist responsible for maintaining accurate inventory and ensuring efficient movement of materials. You will identify, label, stock, transport, and record materials, verify packing slips, and support production and inventory control.

The role requires safe operation of powered industrial equipment and effective communication with internal teams. Overtime and variable shifts may be required.