Materials Team Lead – Train & Lead Forklift Ops

Milwaukee-Tool; Grenada (MS); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental and vision insurance

401(k) savings plan

Education assistance

On-site wellness and fitness center

On-site coffee service

Job summary

Milwaukee Tool is seeking a Team Lead - Materials to oversee receiving, storage, and distribution of materials on the shop floor. You will coordinate the work of material handlers and train new hires while ensuring timely material movement and compliance with safety standards.

The role requires forklift operation certification, attention to takt times, and the ability to mentor others. Join a fast-growing, culture-driven company and contribute to efficient line-side supply and safety initiatives.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in material handling.
• Certified forklift operator.
• Ability to train others and mentor new hires.

Responsibilities

• Receive, store, and distribute materials and equipment; ensure correct delivery and shipment of materials.
• Coordinate the work of other materials employees and train all new material handlers on the team.
• Act as the forklift driving tester for those seeking a forklift license.
• Perform work within takt/cycle time and per work instructions.
• Monitor and test new forklift drivers and recertifications.
• Provide and process movement of material to point of use; keep area clean and organized.

Skills

Team leadership

Forklift operation

Material handling

Reading blueprints

Basic math

JDE Material Handler

Training others

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

JDE System/Material Handler Menu

Job description

Milwaukee Tool is seeking a Team Lead - Materials to oversee receiving, storage, and distribution of materials on the shop floor. You will coordinate the work of material handlers and train new hires while ensuring timely material movement and compliance with safety standards.

The role requires forklift operation certification, attention to takt times, and the ability to mentor others. Join a fast-growing, culture-driven company and contribute to efficient line-side supply and safety initiatives.