Warehouse - Material Handler

EFCO Corp.; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 36,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

EFCO Corp. in Columbus, Ohio, seeks a Material Handler to store, move, and manage materials across the warehouse to support EFCO operations. The role emphasizes safety, accuracy, and efficiency, including inventory records, material delivery to production, and adherence to the company safety program.

Onsite work in Columbus with required PPE and safety training. The position requires reading blueprints, handling heavy objects, and working in all weather; it may involve unloading trucks and

Qualifications

• Must be able to read blueprints and read metric and imperial dimensions accurately.
• Must be at least 18 years old and capable of physical labor.
• Able to work in all weather conditions; punctual and safety-conscious.

Responsibilities

• Material delivery and movement to production and storage areas; assist in unloading trucks and containers.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area; ensure pallets, shelves, and staging zones are properly labeled and equipment returned to storage.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Measurements (metric/imperial)

Physical stamina

Safety-conscious

Job description

Purpose

The material handler is responsible for storing, moving, and managing materials throughout the warehouse, ensuring materials are delivered accurately and efficiently to support EFCO operations.

EFCO Culture & Safety Statement

Act with Integrity by demonstrating honesty, responsibility, trustworthiness, and respect in all actions. Strive for Quality through continuous improvement and data-driven decision-making. Embrace Innovation by being self-aware, collaborative, and curious. Deliver Super Service by creating value and consistently exceeding customer expectations.

At EFCO, the health and safety of our team members, visitors, and contractors is an overriding priority and EFCO is committed to promoting a safe and healthy work environment by requiring all team members to participate in environmental, safety, and health program activities. This includes always wearing required personal protective equipment; participating in safety training; engaging in and supporting safety activities including reporting hazards, unsafe work practices & near misses, incidents involving property damage, and any / all injuries – no matter how minor – immediately to their supervisor or manager.

Key Responsibilities

Material delivery and movement (80%)
Identify and locate parts, supply materials to production employees, and transport items to and from storage areas and docks. Assist in unloading trucks and containers. Analyze work orders and ensure timely material availability. Maintain accurate inventory records, organize materials to support efficiency and compliance.

Work area organization and equipment upkeep (20%)
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area. Ensure pallets, shelves, and staging zones are orderly and properly labeled. Return equipment and tools to designated storage areas after use. Keep material-handling equipment in good condition.

Additional duties may be assigned to meet organizational goals and priorities. Duties and responsibilities, as required by business necessity, may be added, deleted, or changed at any time at the discretion of management.

Qualifications

• Ability to read blueprints; able to read both metric and imperial dimensions accurately; must be at least 18 years of age; capable of performing physical labor and tasks; able to work in all weather conditions; punctual, dependable, and safety-conscious.

Core Competencies

• Technical Skills: Proficiently uses job-specific tools, systems, and procedures to perform tasks effectively.
• Responsibility: Takes ownership of actions, tasks, and outcomes; follows through on commitments.
• Mathematics: Applies basic and advanced math skills accurately in job-related functions.
• Adaptability: Adjusts quickly and effectively to changing circumstances, priorities, and feedback.
• Collaboration: Works well with others toward shared goals, contributing constructively to team efforts.

EFCO is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants for employment will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands

Level II Work: Exerting up to 50 lbs. of force occasionally, and/or 25 lbs. of force frequently, and/or 10 lbs. of force constantly to move objects.

To ensure a safe work environment while meeting the physical demands of the job you must be able to perform the following physical and mental tasks with or with or without a reasonable accommodation:

• Climbing: Rarely
• Hearing & Speaking: Continuously.
• Vision: Continuously
• Balancing: Occasionally to Frequently, depending on the work environment.
• Standing: Frequently to Continuously
• Sitting: Rarely to Continuously
• Walking: Frequently
• Forward Bend in Standing: Occasionally to Frequently
• Rotation in Standing: Occasionally
• Squatting: Occasionally to Frequently
• Kneeling: Occasionally to Frequently
• Stooping: Occasionally to Frequently
• Static postures: Occasionally to Frequently
• Right-hand Left-hand Coordination: Continuous
• Reaching: Frequently
• Crawling: Occasionally
• Crouching: Occasionally to Frequently
• Repetitive Motions- Shoulders, elbows, wrists, hands, fingers: Continuously
• Elevated work: Crown level 5 lbs up to 2 mins occasionally, and rarely 20 lbs up to 20 secs
• Floor to waist vertical lift: Frequently 25 lbs, occasionally up to 50 lbs
• Waist to crown vertical lift: Frequently 25 lbs, occasionally up to 50 lbs
• Horizontal carry: Frequently 25 lbs, Occasionally up to 50 lbs for 25 feet
• One hand carry: Frequently 25 lbs, Occasionally up to 50 lbs for 25 feet
• Push horizontally: Frequently 25 lbs, Occasionally 50 lbs
• Pull horizontally: Frequently 25 lbs, Occasionally 50 lbs
• One hand pull right hand: Frequently 25 lbs, Occasionally 50 lbs for 20 ft
• One hand pull left hand: Frequently 25 lbs, Occasionally 50 lbs for 20 ft
• Left hand repetitive coupling: Frequently 65 lbs, Occasionally up to 80 lbs
• Right hand repetitive coupling: Frequently 65 lbs, Occasionally up to 80 lbs
• Expertise in:
  • Ability to regularly perform all job functions at company office or worksite
  • Ability to withstand environmental conditions such as extreme heat or cold, grass, wind, sand, fumes, odors, gases, noises. Etc.
  • Ability to wear personal protective equipment as required

Working Arrangement

• This role will work 100% onsite at our Columbus, Ohiolocation.