Job Details

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Lead Material Handler is responsible for overseeing daily yard and warehouse operations, ensuring safety, productivity, and quality standards are met. This role includes leadership responsibilities and supports training and operational oversight. The Lead Material Handler will operate forklifts, manage inventory, and maintain a clean and organized yard environment.

Schedule: Monday-Friday and no weekends

Pay: $27-$32 an hour, depending on experience

Requirements

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS, DUTIES, AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Lead daily yard and warehouse operations to ensure safety and efficiency

Support training of yard associates and promote safe work habits

Move freight, stock, or other materials to and from storage or production areas, loading docks, delivery vehicles, or containers

Operate forklift and other warehouse equipment in a safe and efficient manner

Perform labeling, sorting, wrapping, and packing of materials

Read work orders and determine work assignments or material or equipment needs

Transport products to storage areas using proper equipment and efficiently stack and store product

Record numbers of units handled or moved, using daily production sheets or work tickets

Install protective devices, such as bracing, padding, or strapping, to prevent shifting or damage to items

Maintain equipment storage areas to ensure that inventory is protected

Carry needed tools or supplies from storage or trucks and return them after use

Follow established safety procedures when performing tasks and/or working with equipment

Provide excellent customer service

Must be able to work overtime as required

Perform other related duties as assigned

REQUIRED EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Forklift experience preferred.
• 1-2 years of Lead or a supervisor experience required
• Be able to use tools and read a measuring tape.
• Experience with loading and unloading is a plus!