Warehouse Material Handler & Inventory Specialist

Gulf Island & Englobal; Houma (LA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Earned Wage Access

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Match

Paid Holidays

Paid Vacation

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Safety Awards

Company Store

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Gulf Island in Houma, LA seeks a Warehouse Material Handler to safely move, store and distribute materials to support production schedules. You will operate forklifts and pallet jacks, maintain accurate inventory, and collaborate with teams to ensure timely material flow.

The role requires attention to detail, ability to read shipping docs, and adherence to safety protocols. The position offers comprehensive benefits and opportunities within a manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 1+ years material handling or warehousing experience
• Ability to operate forklifts and pallet jacks
• Knowledge of inventory control and warehouse procedures
• Ability to read work orders and shipping docs
• Strong attention to detail in fast-paced environment
• Organize and ensure consistent material flow
• Strong communication skills
• Pass pre-employment drug screen and physical
• Pass a background check

Responsibilities

• Receive, store and distribute materials to designated areas
• Load and unload trucks using forklifts and pallet jacks
• Ensure timely delivery to production lines
• Maintain accurate inventory records and perform cycle counts
• Collaborate with manufacturing stages to meet material needs
• Organize storage areas to optimize space
• Follow safety protocols for hazardous materials and equipment
• Assist in packaging, labeling and preparing shipments
• Communicate inventory shortages to supervisor
• Keep work areas clean and safe
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

Material handling

Forklift operation

Inventory control

Reading documents

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklifts

Pallet jacks

Inventory systems

Software

Job description

Gulf Island in Houma, LA seeks a Warehouse Material Handler to safely move, store and distribute materials to support production schedules. You will operate forklifts and pallet jacks, maintain accurate inventory, and collaborate with teams to ensure timely material flow.

The role requires attention to detail, ability to read shipping docs, and adherence to safety protocols. The position offers comprehensive benefits and opportunities within a manufacturing environment.