Warehouse Material Handler

Caliberr Staffing; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 33,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Caliberr Staffing in Kansas City, MO is seeking a Warehouse Material Handler to ensure accurate staging, loading, and preparation for distribution of heavy industrial goods. The role relies on inventory control expertise and proficient operation of heavy equipment.

You will perform order picking, operate forklifts, load shipments, inspect stock, and contribute to warehouse organization to support on-time delivery and efficient throughput.

Qualifications

• Proven experience operating heavy warehouse equipment such as forklifts or reach trucks.
• Strong proficiency in inventory control processes and shipping/receiving documentation.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations for accurate order verification.
• Demonstrated commitment to workplace safety and adherence to industrial regulations.

Responsibilities

• Execute precise order picking, packing, and staging to maintain high fulfillment accuracy.
• Operate forklifts, reach trucks, and pallet jacks to transport steel materials safely.
• Load and secure shipments onto flatbed and LTL carriers with proper safety measures.
• Inspect incoming inventory to identify discrepancies or damage and ensure quality control.
• Optimize warehouse organization by replenishing stock and rotating inventory to maximize space and accessibility.
• Collaborate with logistics teams to streamline shipping workflows and improve throughput.

Skills

Forklift operation

Inventory control

Shipping/receiving docs

Math/calculations

Safety compliance

Tools

RF scanner

Industrial machinery

Job description

About the Role

As a Warehouse Material Handler, you will play a vital role in the seamless flow of heavy industrial goods, ensuring that products are accurately staged, loaded, and prepared for distribution. By utilizing your expertise in inventory management and heavy equipment operation, you will contribute directly to our operational excellence and on-time delivery commitments.

Responsibilities

• Execute precise order picking, packing, and staging to maintain high levels of fulfillment accuracy.
• Operate industrial machinery including forklifts, reach trucks, and pallet jacks to safely transport steel materials.
• Load and secure shipments onto flatbed and LTL carriers, ensuring compliance with safety and load-stability standards.
• Perform thorough inspections of incoming inventory to identify discrepancies or damage, maintaining rigorous quality control.
• Optimize warehouse organization by replenishing stock and rotating inventory to maximize space and accessibility.
• Collaborate with logistics teams to streamline shipping workflows and improve overall facility throughput.

Qualifications

Required Skills

• Proven experience operating heavy warehouse equipment such as forklifts or reach trucks.
• Strong proficiency in inventory control processes and shipping/receiving documentation.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations for accurate order verification.
• Demonstrated commitment to workplace safety and adherence to industrial regulations.

Preferred Skills

• Technical certification or specialized training in warehouse operations.
• Previous experience handling steel, tubing, or heavy industrial materials.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to adapt to a fast-paced environment.
• Experience using scanning technology for real-time inventory tracking.

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