Material Handler 1st shift

FurstStaffing is looking for Material Handlers to work on 1st shift.  The primary function is to manage the physical movement of materials—including raw goods, components, and finished products—within warehouse, production, and shipping/receiving areas. These roles are critical to ensuring smooth operations, inventory accuracy, and on-time shipments.
 
Hours: 1st shift 6am-2:30pm Monday-Friday 
Pay: 1st shift $18.50
 
Essential Job Functions: 

• Pull finished goods from stock to complete orders using barcoding systems accurately and efficiently 

• Stack materials securely to prevent damage during transportation and shipping 

• Execute system transactions in MRP/ERP systems and generate required reports 

• Perform daily inventory cycle counts in accordance with standardized work instructions 

• Unload finished goods from outfeed conveyors to pallets 

• Manage scrap materials and unload offcuts to A-frames 

• Move completed pallets to designated shipping areas 

• Load raw materials and offcuts into the inventory system 

• Conduct quality inspections on finished goods to ensure compliance with company standards 

• Coordinate with team members to ensure shipments are packaged and shipped ahead of due dates 

• Wrap, crate, and package completed orders using cardboard and wood materials to protect goods during transit 

• Package finished goods for parcel shipments and process orders through FedEx and UPS systems 

• Load and unload trucks safely and efficiently 

• Coordinate daily departmental activities to meet shipping schedules 

• Identify and communicate potential late orders to the Supervisor 

• Maintain cleanliness and organization of packaging and crating areas 

• Work safely and comply with all company safety policies and procedures 

• Partner with the Supervisor and team members to meet departmental goals 

• Perform other duties as assigned

 
 Knowledge, Skills & Experience Requirements 

• 1–3 years of experience in a material handling role within a warehouse or distribution environment 

• Experience with packaging, crating, and handling hardware components 

• Strong knowledge of packaging standards and techniques to prevent freight damage 

• Familiarity with barcoding systems and ERP/MRP software 

• Proven ability to handle and stack materials carefully to prevent damage 

• Ability to operate hand tools and equipment used in wood crating 

• General understanding of shipping practices and documentation 

• Strong attention to detail with a commitment to accuracy and quality 

• Effective communication skills and ability to work well with supervisors and team members 

• Demonstrated initiative, strong work ethic, and willingness to learn 

• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills 

• Ability to work flexibly in a multi-functional team environment 

• Reliable attendance and demonstrated longevity in work history are a priority 

• Willingness and availability to work overtime as needed to meet operational demands 

• Forklift experience and certification preferred

 Please apply directly to this posting. If already registered with FurstStaffing, contact Emily at 815-656-4490.