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Material Handler

OmniMax International, Inc., Jacksonville, FL, United States


Material Handler

The Material Handler is responsible for safely moving raw materials and finished goods throughout the facility, supporting production and shipping operations, and maintaining accurate inventory locations. This role plays a critical part in ensuring material flow is efficient, organized, and aligned with system records.
Key Responsibilities:
Safety & Compliance
Follow all safety procedures, including PPE requirements
Maintain clean and organized work areas (6S standards)
Identify and report unsafe conditions immediately
Participate in safety meetings and incident investigations
Support a goal of zero incidents
Always operate equipment in a safe manner
Perform daily forklift inspections and report any issues
Material Movement and Handling
Operate forklift (sit-down) to move materials safely and efficiently
If necessary, load and unload trucks, staging materials for shipping and receiving
Transport raw materials to production lines and remove finished goods
Stack, store, and organize materials in designated warehouse locations
Handle various product types (palletized goods, long-length materials like roofing/metal, etc.)
Inventory Accuracy
Maintain accurate location control and ensure materials are stored correctly
Verify quantities and product identification before moving or staging
Assist with cycle counts and physical inventory processes
Report and help resolve inventory discrepancies
Shipping and Receiving Support
Assist when needed with staging outbound shipments according to load plans and schedules
Verify product, quantities, and labels before loading
Assist with inbound receiving by unloading and staging materials for inspection
Ensure proper labeling and documentation alignment with shipments
Key Safety Metrics
Zero safety incidents
Accurate material movement (no mis-staged or misplaced inventory)
On-time material delivery to production lines
Inventory accuracy (system vs. physical)
Efficient loading/unloading times
Clean, organized warehouse conditions
Qualifications
Required:
1-3 years' experience operating a forklift in a warehouse or manufacturing environment
Valid forklift certification (or ability to obtain certification)
Ability to read labels, work orders, and basic documentation
Strong attention to detail and accuracy
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
Preferred:
Experience in manufacturing or building materials industry
Experience handling long-length or non-standard materials (e.g., metal roofing, bundles)
Familiarity with barcode scanning and inventory systems
Position Details
Full Time
Monday - Thursday 6:00 am - 4:30 pm
Located in: Jacksonville, FL