Warehouse Materials Handler

MacArthur Co.; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock ownership program

Family medical benefits

401k with matching

PTO & 8 holidays

Dental insurance

Life & disability insurance

Job summary

MacArthur Co. in Des Moines, IA is seeking a Warehouse Materials Handler to stock and prepare orders for our building materials distribution. You will work in inside and outside areas, operate a forklift, and ensure accurate picking and packing in a safety-conscious, team-driven environment.

You will support a steady workflow, follow scheduled tasks, adapt to changing customer needs, and contribute to a culture of reliability, detail, and collaboration in a 100% employee-owned company.

Qualifications

• Ability to pass pre-employment drug screening.
• Able to lift 40–80 pounds throughout the day.
• Able to withstand environmental temperatures (Winter, Summer Temps).
• Regular, reliable attendance with overtime flexibility.
• Ability to stand/walk for 8–10 hours per day and perform repetitive tasks.
• Commitment to following safety policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Drive forklift in picking area and build pallet/load.
• Efficiently and accurately organize building materials using equipment.
• Follow daily operations schedule and adapt to customer needs.
• Maintain safe, organized warehouse and yard areas.
• Demonstrate attention to detail and accuracy in work quality.
• Learn new tasks with guidance and practice.

Skills

Forklift operation

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Attention to detail

Physical stamina

Job description

Description

With all your career options, why not choose a company where you can own part of the business?

MacArthur Co. is 100% Employee-Owned and offers an outstanding suite of employee benefits. What began in 1913 as a small manufacturer of pipe insulation has grown into a national distributor of building materials. At MacArthur Co., you will receive an ownership stake in the value our combined honest efforts create.

As a Warehouse Materials Handler, you will execute operations stocking & preparing orders of building materials for distribution to a network of customers. Customer service and team-oriented focus is of utmost importance. Your work environment will consist of inside, and outside, work areas to prepare customer orders. Each type of loading and unloading requires strict attention to safety and order accuracy. This position requires well-defined detailed work while producing repeatable and consistently accurate results. An ideal candidate will prefer a steady work style and enjoy executing clear objectives in a team-focused environment.

Responsibilities:

• Drive Forklift in picking area and build pallet/load
• Efficiently & accurately organize building materials using a variety of equipment
• Follow daily operations schedule, with an ability to adjust to customer needs
• Focus on working comfortably under close supervision within a stable, secure team
• Help to continually organize both warehouse and yard work areas
• Decision-making within clear guidelines & with support of the fellow team and management
• Management will provide support & encouragement when the job requires work to be completed under time pressures or in changing situations
• When there is a change in the structure of work or scope of responsibility, ample time will be provided to learn the new work thoroughly with the opportunity for repetitive practice
• Attention to detail, with better-than-average accuracy in the quality of the work

Job Requirements:

• Able to pass a pre-employment drug screening
• Able to lift 40-80 pounds throughout the workday
• Able to withstand environmental temperatures (Winter, Summer Temps
• Regular, reliable, predictable attendance
• Flexibility to work overtime hours as needed
• Able to walk, bend, lift, and reach products for 8-10 hours per day
• Ability to handle repetitive tasks in a consistent and efficient manner
• Follow safety expectations set by the company safety policies
• Cooperative & agreeable listener who gets along with others and enjoys being helpful
• Ability to work independently while supporting exceptional teamwork in a larger workgroup

Benefits Package:

• Outstanding Family Medical Benefits Package
• Substantial Stock Ownership Program
• Competitive Compensation Packages
• Paid Time Off (PTO) & 8 Paid Holidays Each Year
• Employer-Sponsored Family Dental Insurance
• 401k and Roth 401k Investment Accounts (With Substantial Employer Matching)
• Employer-Sponsored Life & Disability Insurance

This job posting is a summary; more details of responsibilities are provided during interviews.

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