Parts Picker – Material Handler

Jobtailor; Appleton (WI); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in Wisconsin seeks a reliable Material Handler to support production by pulling materials and replenishing stock. You will operate forklifts, scan inventory, and coordinate with supervisors to prevent shortages while keeping work areas clean and organized.

The role requires reading work orders, adhering to schedules, and collaborating with team members to meet daily production targets. A High School Diploma or GED is required, with physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Qualifications

• Basic requirements include a high school diploma or GED.
• Strong material handling and forklift operation skills.
• Ability to read and interpret work orders and production schedules.
• Clean, organized warehouse performance and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Pull materials to the assembly station for production.
• Return empty totes to the warehouse.
• Replenish warehouse stock and manage stock rotation.
• Bring literature packagers to workstations as needed for production.
• Maintain organized racks and staging areas.
• Communicate potential shortages or overages to supervisor.
• Assist with cardboard, pallets, and trash removal.
• Assist with daily cycle counts and inventory control.
• Read work orders and production schedules to determine material needs.
• Ensure shop cleanliness and appearance.
• Perform forklift operation and use warehouse scanners as needed.
• Be flexible to work in different areas and tasks.
• Lift up to 50 pounds as required.

Skills

Material Handling

Forklift Operation

Inventory Control

Basic Computer Knowledge

Reading Work Orders

Production Scheduling

Education

High School Diploma

GED

Tools

Warehouse Scanners

Job description

• Pull materials to the assembly station for production
• Return empty totes to the warehouse
• Replenish warehouse with new stock, keeping oldest stock in front
• Bring literature packagers to the workstations needed for production
• Maintain organized, identified racks and staging areas
• Communicate with supervisor regarding potential parts shortages or overages
• Assist with removal of cardboard, pallets and trash
• Assist with daily cycle counts and inventory control
• Read work orders and production schedules to determine material needs
• Ensure overall shop cleanliness and appearance
• Perform Material Handler functions as needed including forklift operation and use of warehouse scanners
• Be flexible to work in different areas and on different tasks
• Lift up to 50 pounds as required

Requirements

• Good job performance and attendance
• Basic computer knowledge
• Must be a self-starter
• Well organized
• Able to work both independently and as a team member
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• High School Diploma or GED

Core Competencies

Demonstrates proficiency in Material Handling, including Forklift Operation and Inventory Control, while maintaining organization and cleanliness in the warehouse environment. Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential for effective collaboration and reporting.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Material Handling
• Forklift Operation
• Inventory Control
• Excellent Communication Skills
• Organizational Skills

Hard Skills

• Material Handling
• Forklift Operation
• Inventory Control
• Basic Computer Knowledge
• Reading Work Orders
• Production Scheduling

Soft Skills

• Self-Starter
• Well Organized
• Teamwork
• Interpersonal Skills

Certifications & Qualifications

• High School Diploma
• GED

Industry Keywords

• Assembly Station
• Cycle Counts
• Shop Cleanliness
• Parts Shortages
• Production Needs

Tools & Technologies

• Warehouse Scanners