Material Handler - 1st Shift

About the role

You will own the execution of all warehouse operations for the 1st Shift, ensuring the seamless movement of materials critical to renewable energy and industrial manufacturing. This position requires you to manage the intake and verification of all incoming goods against purchase orders and packing lists with strict accuracy. You will organize materials into clearly defined staging areas to prevent production delays and ensure components are accessible when needed. Your leadership will guide forklift operations, emphasizing load stability, pedestrian safety, and adherence to safety protocols at every turn. You will maintain the discipline of the workspace by continuously sorting, cleaning, and identifying issues before they escalate into larger problems. This role demands real-time decision-making to keep the warehouse aligned with the production floor's rhythm and demands. You will reinforce safety standards and mentor team members on proper handling techniques for all equipment to sustain a secure and efficient environment.

Key facts

What you'll do

• Execute all tasks posted for the without deviation.
• Verify all incoming receipts against purchase orders and packing lists to ensure complete accuracy of documentation and materials.
• Organize and stage materials into clearly defined locations to allow production teams to access components without delay or error.
• Coordinate outbound shipping activities by aligning manifests with physical inventory to guarantee every dispatch is correct and complete.
• Provide guidance and oversight for forklift operations, ensuring constant awareness of load stability, clearances, and pedestrian safety.
• Maintain continuous order in the workspace by sorting, cleaning, and identifying issues before they disrupt the daily schedule.
• Update warehouse management system records after every move to ensure digital tracking reflects physical stock with precision.
• Support engineering change orders by relocating materials and documenting all adjustments thoroughly for traceability.
• Reinforce safety standards and mentor team members on proper handling techniques for all equipment to foster a culture of discipline.
• Adapt to changing production schedules and meet demanding deadlines while managing multiple priorities with a high standard of quality.
• Perform physical duties that include repeatedly lifting, carrying, and positioning heavy items throughout the entire shift.
• Communicate clearly with cross-functional teams using both verbal and written methods to ensure operational alignment.

Requirements

• Possess prior experience operating material handling equipment such as forklifts in a warehouse or industrial setting.
• Be capable of repeatedly lifting, carrying, and positioning heavy items throughout the entire shift without exception.
• Demonstrate strong reading comprehension to interpret documents, work instructions, and procedural guides accurately.
• Exhibit clear verbal and written communication skills to coordinate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Maintain consistent punctuality and reliability to ensure attendance and the independent completion of tasks with minimal direct supervision.
• Adhere to all safety protocols and enforce standards that ensure a secure work environment for all team members.
• Show attention to detail in verifying receipts, staging materials, and updating records to prevent discrepancies.
• Display the agility to adapt to changing priorities and the speed required to meet demanding production deadlines.

Nice to have

• Experience working in a manufacturing environment serving infrastructure and industrial systems.
• Familiarity with warehouse management system software and digital tracking tools.
• Previous leadership or mentoring experience within a warehouse or logistics setting.
• Knowledge of renewable energy, power generation, or industrial manufacturing processes.

Practical notes

This is a full-time position based in Goodyear, Arizona. The compensation rate is $22.50 per hour. The role requires the ability to perform physical tasks involving heavy lifting and extended periods of standing and movement. Success in this position depends on the ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining a high standard of quality and safety. The environment demands agility to adapt to changing production schedules and the speed to meet demanding deadlines.