Material Handler

Lenexa, KS
FullTime position

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Receive incoming materials, supplies, and products from vendors and carriers.

• Verify received shipments against packing slips, purchase orders, and receiving documentation.

• Inspect incoming materials for damage, defects, quantity discrepancies, and compliance with quality requirements.

• Accurately record and process inventory transactions in the inventory management system.

• Store materials in designated warehouse or inventory locations following established procedures.

• Pick, stage, and deliver materials for production, manufacturing, or customer job orders.

• Operate forklifts and other material handling equipment safely and efficiently.

• Load and unload trucks while following company safety procedures.

• Assist with cycle counts, physical inventories, and inventory reconciliation activities.

• Maintain accurate inventory records and report discrepancies to supervisors.

• Support shipping operations by preparing, packaging, labeling, and staging outbound shipments.

• Assist in maintaining warehouse organization, cleanliness, and efficient material flow.

• Follow all safety policies, procedures, and OSHA requirements.

• Work collaboratively with purchasing, production, quality, and shipping departments.

• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or GED required.

• Previous warehouse, material handling, inventory, or logistics experience preferred.

• Forklift certification or the ability to obtain certification required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of warehouse operations and inventory control practices.

• Ability to safely operate forklifts and material handling equipment.

• Experience using inventory management or ERP systems preferred.

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

• Ability to read and interpret work orders, pick lists, packing slips, and shipping documents.

• Basic computer skills, including data entry and Microsoft Office applications.

• Strong organizational and time management skills.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Physical Requirements

• Frequently lift, push, pull, and carry up to 50 pounds.

• Stand, walk, bend, reach, and climb throughout the workday.

• Operate forklifts and warehouse equipment for extended periods.

• Work in a warehouse and manufacturing environment with varying temperatures.

• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE).

Working Conditions

• Warehouse and manufacturing environment.

• Exposure to moving machinery, forklifts, and industrial equipment.

• Overtime may be required based on business needs and shipment schedules.