Material Handler I

Job Title: Material Handler I

Location: Colorado Springs, CO 80915

Duration: 6 Months Contract (Likely to convert to Full-Time based on performance)

Shift: 1st Shift | Monday–Friday | 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM (Overtime available as needed)

Requirement: Forklift experience – minimum 2+ years required

Position Summary

The Material Handler I is responsible for maintaining the efficient movement of incoming and outgoing materials throughout the facility while ensuring compliance with safety, quality, and operational standards.

Core Responsibilities

· Follow all company policies and guidelines related to workplace safety, quality, and housekeeping

· Read and interpret production schedules, customer orders, work orders, shipping orders, and requisitions

· Move materials from receiving or production areas to storage or designated locations

· Sort and store materials on racks, shelves, or bins according to size, type, style, color, or product code

· Pick, fill, and distribute materials for work orders and production requests

· Assemble customer orders from inventory and stage on pallets

· Label and mark materials with appropriate identifying information

· Open bales, crates, and containers as required

· Record quantities of materials received, stored, or distributed

· Weigh and count items to ensure compliance with company standards

· Enter inventory and transaction data using warehouse computer systems

· Operate forklifts and other material handling equipment to transport materials

· Load and unload trailers containing palletized and non-palletized products

· Utilize both manual and automated material handling equipment

· Maintain proper safety, hygiene, and personal protective practices

· Support internal and external customer requirements and expectations

· Contribute to overall departmental and organizational performance

· Perform additional duties as assigned

Knowledge and Experience

· 1–3 years of material handling or warehouse experience

· Minimum 2 years of forklift operation experience (required)

· Ability to communicate effectively with team members and management

· Ability to read and process information using warehouse computer systems

· Prior relevant warehouse or manufacturing experience preferred

Physical Requirements

· Ability to sit, stand, hear, and see continuously

· Ability to walk, write, and type frequently

· Frequent lifting and carrying up to 30 lbs

· Occasional lifting and carrying up to 40 lbs

· Ability to bend, reach, push, pull, and carry frequently

· Ability to climb and descend stairs

· Ability to communicate verbally and in writing

· Ability to operate a computer and communicate via telephone

Work Environment

· May work indoors and outdoors as required

· Exposure to temperatures ranging from 0°F to 120°F

· May be exposed to noise requiring hearing protection

· Possible exposure to dust and dirt

· Work surfaces may include concrete flooring

Education Requirements

· High school diploma or equivalent (required)

Job Type: Contract

Expected hours: 40 per week

Experience:

• Forklift: 2 years (Required)

Work Location: On the road