Materials Handler

Job Title: Materials Handler
Location: Rochester, NY

Summary:
Nesco Resource is partnering with a manufacturing company to hire a Materials Handler. This role is responsible for the safe and efficient movement, storage, and organization of raw materials, components, and finished goods throughout the facility. The ideal candidate has material handling or warehouse experience, is comfortable operating forklifts and pallet jacks, and can maintain accurate inventory records while supporting daily production needs.

Pay Rate:

• $20–$23 per hour, based on experience.

Shift:

• Monday – Friday, 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM.

Job Duties:

• Operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and other material handling equipment to move materials throughout the facility.

• Stage and deliver materials, parts, and supplies to production lines and workstations.

• Pick, pack, and prepare orders for shipment, ensuring accuracy and proper labeling.

• Store materials in designated locations and maintain organized storage areas.

• Enter and update inventory transactions using warehouse management systems, ERP systems, or handheld scanners.

• Participate in cycle counts and physical inventory while reporting discrepancies.

• Identify and report damaged, defective, or incorrect materials.

• Complete routine equipment inspections, including pre-shift forklift checks.

• Follow all safety policies and procedures while maintaining a clean and organized work environment.

• Provide additional support to shipping and receiving operations as needed.

Requirements:

• Ability to safely operate a forklift and/or pallet jack.

• Current forklift certification required, or willingness to obtain certification within 30 days of hire.

• Basic computer skills, including data entry and the ability to learn inventory and scanning systems.

• Ability to read and follow work orders, labels, and written instructions.

• Basic math skills for counting and verifying inventory quantities.

• Strong communication skills and ability to work as part of a team.

• Reliable attendance and a strong commitment to workplace safety.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand and walk throughout the entire shift, often on concrete floors.

• Ability to regularly lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 lbs.

• Frequent bending, stooping, reaching, kneeling, and twisting.

• Comfortable working in a manufacturing and warehouse environment with exposure to noise, dust, and varying temperatures.

Education/Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.

• 6 months or more of warehouse, manufacturing, or material handling experience preferred.

• Current powered industrial truck/forklift certification preferred.

• Familiarity with warehouse management systems (WMS), ERP systems, and barcode scanners is a plus.

Nesco Resource offers a comprehensive benefits package for our associates, which includes a MEC (Minimum Essential Coverage) plan that encompasses Medical, Vision, Dental, 401K, and EAP (Employee Assistance Program) services.

Nesco Resource provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.