Warehouse Material Handler - Forklift & Inventory

ENGlobal Corporation; Houma (LA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Earned Wage Access

Health, Dental and Vision Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Holidays

Paid Vacation

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Safety Awards

Company Store

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Gulf Island is seeking a Warehouse Material Handler in Houma, LA to safely handle, move, store, and distribute raw materials and finished products. You will support production by delivering materials to lines, maintaining inventory accuracy, and adhering to safety protocols.

Responsibilities include operating forklifts, loading/unloading trucks, performing cycle counts, and coordinating with manufacturing stages to ensure smooth material flow. Outdoor work climate and safety standards apply.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 1+ years experience in material handling or warehousing in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to operate forklifts, pallet jacks and other material handling equipment.
• Knowledge of inventory control and warehouse management procedures.
• Ability to read work orders, shipping documents and material specifications.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to organize and ensure the consistent flow of materials, parts and products.
• Strong communication skills.
• Must be able to pass pre-employment drug screen and physical.
• Must be able to pass a background check.

Responsibilities

• Receive, store and distribute materials, parts and products to designated areas.
• Load and unload trucks using forklifts, pallet jacks or other material handling equipment.
• Ensure materials are delivered to production lines in a timely and accurate manner, including kits.
• Maintain accurate inventory records and conduct cycle counts as needed.
• Collaborate with various stages of the manufacturing process to ensure material, parts and product needs.
• Organize and maintain storage areas to optimize space and accessibility.
• Follow safety protocols for handling hazardous materials and operating equipment.
• Assist in packaging, labeling and preparing shipments for delivery.
• Communicate inventory shortages or discrepancies to the supervisor.
• Keep work areas clean and free from safety hazards.
• Perform other duties assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Material handling

Warehousing

Inventory control

Attention to detail

Communication

Reading work orders

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklifts

Pallet jacks

Inventory systems

Job description

Gulf Island is seeking a Warehouse Material Handler in Houma, LA to safely handle, move, store, and distribute raw materials and finished products. You will support production by delivering materials to lines, maintaining inventory accuracy, and adhering to safety protocols.

Responsibilities include operating forklifts, loading/unloading trucks, performing cycle counts, and coordinating with manufacturing stages to ensure smooth material flow. Outdoor work climate and safety standards apply.