{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"12acb88116e7ed15d6e41d22","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/12acb88116e7ed15d6e41d22","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/12acb88116e7ed15d6e41d22","title":"Material Handler - 1st Shift","description":"ABOUT ENGINEERED PRODUCTS\nAt Engineered Products, our mission is to maximize space efficiency and redefine material handling and storage solutions. As a privately held company with over 70 years of industry experience, we have earned the trust of businesses worldwide by delivering customized storage solutions tailored to their unique needs. Our innovative approach not only streamlines space utilization and reduces costs for our clients, but also offers dynamic career opportunities across all departments. We foster a culture of innovation and empowerment, where every team member contributes to our success by embodying our core values: building strong internal relationships, approaching challenges with optimism and a proactive mindset, and embracing continuous learning and collaboration. If you're ready to join a dynamic team and make a meaningful impact in the material handling industry, apply now and become part of our exciting journey!\n\nMATERIAL HANDLER\nReports to: Operations Manager/Production Supervisor\nLocation: Easley, SC\n\nPosition Summary\nThe Material Handler supports the safe, accurate, and efficient movement of materials throughout the manufacturing operation. Based on production needs and individual qualifications, this position may perform kitting, loading and unloading, forklift operation, assembly, inventory control, shipping and receiving, and production-line support.\n\nMaterial Handlers may work across welding, paint, roll form, assembly, warehouse, and shipping operations. Employees are expected to cross-train in multiple functions to maintain production flow, minimize downtime, and meet safety, quality, delivery, and productivity expectations.\n\nAreas of Responsibility\nMaterial Handling and Production Support\nLoad, unload, transport, and stage raw materials, components, work-in-process, and finished products.\nSupply materials to production areas and move completed parts to the next operation, storage location, or shipping area.\nSafely operate forklifts, pallet jacks, carts, hand trucks, hoists, cranes, and other approved equipment.\nHandle long, heavy, or oversized steel components using appropriate equipment and established procedures.\nOrganize materials, racks, pallets, containers, and staging areas.\nCommunicate material shortages, damaged parts, workflow interruptions, and equipment concerns promptly.\nRotate among departments and assignments based on training and production needs.\nKitting and Inventory\nPull and assemble parts and materials into production kits according to work orders, production schedules, and Bills of Materials.\nVerify part numbers, quantities, labels, dimensions, and documentation before staging or distributing materials.\nDeliver completed kits to designated production areas according to schedule.\nRecord material movements, kit transactions, work orders, and inventory information in the ERP or warehouse management system.\nUse barcode scanners or RF technology as required.\nReport and assist in resolving inventory discrepancies.\nSupport cycle counts and inventory audits.\nShipping and Receiving\nLoad and unload flatbed, step-deck, Conestoga, and other trailers.\nVerify incoming and outgoing materials against bills of lading, packing slips, work orders, and transfer records.\nInspect materials for visible damage, incorrect quantities, or identification issues.\nStore incoming materials in designated locations and stage finished products for shipment.\nComplete required shipping, receiving, and material-transfer documentation.\nCoordinate with truck drivers and internal departments to support production and delivery schedules.\nAssembly and Quality Support\nAssemble parts and components according to drawings, diagrams, work instructions, and standard operating procedures.\nUse basic hand tools, fixtures, measuring devices, and production equipment safely.\nInspect materials, kits, and completed assemblies for proper identification, quantity, fit, and visible defects.\nSegregate and report damaged, missing, incorrect, or nonconforming materials.\nMaintain material identification and traceability throughout the manufacturing process.\nAssist with fitting, sorting, packaging, labeling, and other production-support activities.\nSafety and Equipment Care\nComplete required pre-use inspections of forklifts and other equipment.\nFollow equipment load limits, traffic patterns, pedestrian rules, and parking procedures.\nReport damaged equipment, unsafe conditions, or maintenance needs immediately.\nFollow all company safety policies and wear required personal protective equipment.\nMaintain clean and organized work areas in accordance with 5S standards.\nParticipate in lean manufacturing and continuous-improvement activities.\nPerform other duties within the scope of the position as assigned.\nSkills and Abilities\nAbility and willingness to cross-train in material handling, assembly, inventory, and production-support functions.\nAbility to operate material-handling equipment safely or complete required company training.\nAbility to read and follow work orders, Bills of Materials, drawings, labels, shipping documents, and written instructions.\nBasic computer skills and ability to learn ERP, inventory, or scanning systems.\nAbility to accurately count, measure, verify, and document materials and components.\nStrong attention to detail, organization, time management, and problem-solving skills.\nAbility to work independently after training and collaborate across departments.\nDependable attendance and ability to meet production schedules in a fast-paced environment.\nEducation and/or Training\nRequired\nAbility to understand and follow verbal and written instructions.\nAbility to perform basic counting, measuring, and documentation.\nAbility to complete required safety, equipment, and job-specific training.\nForklift certification or ability to become trained and authorized within the first 30 days when required for the assignment.\nPreferred\nHigh school diploma or GED.\nPrevious experience in manufacturing, material handling, kitting, assembly, inventory, warehousing, or shipping and receiving.\nExperience handling steel or oversized materials in a metal-fabrication environment.\nFamiliarity with ERP systems, barcode scanners, Bills of Materials, work orders, and inventory transactions.\nKnowledge of lean manufacturing or 5S practices.\nWork Environment\nThis position works primarily on the production floor, in the warehouse, shipping area, or outdoor loading areas. Employees may be exposed to production machinery, welding and paint operations, moving equipment, industrial noise, dust, fumes, changing temperatures, and inclement weather. Required personal protective equipment includes safety glasses, steel-toed footwear, gloves, and hearing protection.\n\nPhysical Demands\nThe position requires extended periods of standing, walking, or sitting while operating equipment. Employees frequently bend, reach, twist, climb, push, pull, and use their hands for material handling and assembly tasks. The ability to lift and maneuver up to 50 pounds independently—and heavier materials with assistance or approved equipment—is required. Manual dexterity, coordination, stamina, depth perception, and awareness of surroundings are essential.","company":"Engineered Products","rawCompany":"engineered products","city":"Easley","state":"SC","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-08-10T15:10:53.684Z","occupations":[{"code":"53-7062.00","title":"Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand","slug":"laborers-and-freight-stock-and-material-movers-hand"},{"code":"53-7065.00","title":"Stockers and Order Fillers","slug":"stockers-and-order-fillers"},{"code":"53-7199.00","title":"Material Moving Workers, All Other","slug":"material-moving-workers-all-other"}],"industries":[{"code":"493110","title":"General Warehousing and Storage","slug":"general-warehousing-and-storage"},{"code":"333922","title":"Conveyor and Conveying Equipment Manufacturing","slug":"conveyor-and-conveying-equipment-manufacturing"},{"code":"332313","title":"Plate Work Manufacturing","slug":"plate-work-manufacturing"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Material Handler - 1st Shift","description":"ABOUT ENGINEERED PRODUCTS\nAt Engineered Products, our mission is to maximize space efficiency and redefine material handling and storage solutions. As a privately held company with over 70 years of industry experience, we have earned the trust of businesses worldwide by delivering customized storage solutions tailored to their unique needs. Our innovative approach not only streamlines space utilization and reduces costs for our clients, but also offers dynamic career opportunities across all departments. We foster a culture of innovation and empowerment, where every team member contributes to our success by embodying our core values: building strong internal relationships, approaching challenges with optimism and a proactive mindset, and embracing continuous learning and collaboration. If you're ready to join a dynamic team and make a meaningful impact in the material handling industry, apply now and become part of our exciting journey!\n\nMATERIAL HANDLER\nReports to: Operations Manager/Production Supervisor\nLocation: Easley, SC\n\nPosition Summary\nThe Material Handler supports the safe, accurate, and efficient movement of materials throughout the manufacturing operation. Based on production needs and individual qualifications, this position may perform kitting, loading and unloading, forklift operation, assembly, inventory control, shipping and receiving, and production-line support.\n\nMaterial Handlers may work across welding, paint, roll form, assembly, warehouse, and shipping operations. Employees are expected to cross-train in multiple functions to maintain production flow, minimize downtime, and meet safety, quality, delivery, and productivity expectations.\n\nAreas of Responsibility\nMaterial Handling and Production Support\nLoad, unload, transport, and stage raw materials, components, work-in-process, and finished products.\nSupply materials to production areas and move completed parts to the next operation, storage location, or shipping area.\nSafely operate forklifts, pallet jacks, carts, hand trucks, hoists, cranes, and other approved equipment.\nHandle long, heavy, or oversized steel components using appropriate equipment and established procedures.\nOrganize materials, racks, pallets, containers, and staging areas.\nCommunicate material shortages, damaged parts, workflow interruptions, and equipment concerns promptly.\nRotate among departments and assignments based on training and production needs.\nKitting and Inventory\nPull and assemble parts and materials into production kits according to work orders, production schedules, and Bills of Materials.\nVerify part numbers, quantities, labels, dimensions, and documentation before staging or distributing materials.\nDeliver completed kits to designated production areas according to schedule.\nRecord material movements, kit transactions, work orders, and inventory information in the ERP or warehouse management system.\nUse barcode scanners or RF technology as required.\nReport and assist in resolving inventory discrepancies.\nSupport cycle counts and inventory audits.\nShipping and Receiving\nLoad and unload flatbed, step-deck, Conestoga, and other trailers.\nVerify incoming and outgoing materials against bills of lading, packing slips, work orders, and transfer records.\nInspect materials for visible damage, incorrect quantities, or identification issues.\nStore incoming materials in designated locations and stage finished products for shipment.\nComplete required shipping, receiving, and material-transfer documentation.\nCoordinate with truck drivers and internal departments to support production and delivery schedules.\nAssembly and Quality Support\nAssemble parts and components according to drawings, diagrams, work instructions, and standard operating procedures.\nUse basic hand tools, fixtures, measuring devices, and production equipment safely.\nInspect materials, kits, and completed assemblies for proper identification, quantity, fit, and visible defects.\nSegregate and report damaged, missing, incorrect, or nonconforming materials.\nMaintain material identification and traceability throughout the manufacturing process.\nAssist with fitting, sorting, packaging, labeling, and other production-support activities.\nSafety and Equipment Care\nComplete required pre-use inspections of forklifts and other equipment.\nFollow equipment load limits, traffic patterns, pedestrian rules, and parking procedures.\nReport damaged equipment, unsafe conditions, or maintenance needs immediately.\nFollow all company safety policies and wear required personal protective equipment.\nMaintain clean and organized work areas in accordance with 5S standards.\nParticipate in lean manufacturing and continuous-improvement activities.\nPerform other duties within the scope of the position as assigned.\nSkills and Abilities\nAbility and willingness to cross-train in material handling, assembly, inventory, and production-support functions.\nAbility to operate material-handling equipment safely or complete required company training.\nAbility to read and follow work orders, Bills of Materials, drawings, labels, shipping documents, and written instructions.\nBasic computer skills and ability to learn ERP, inventory, or scanning systems.\nAbility to accurately count, measure, verify, and document materials and components.\nStrong attention to detail, organization, time management, and problem-solving skills.\nAbility to work independently after training and collaborate across departments.\nDependable attendance and ability to meet production schedules in a fast-paced environment.\nEducation and/or Training\nRequired\nAbility to understand and follow verbal and written instructions.\nAbility to perform basic counting, measuring, and documentation.\nAbility to complete required safety, equipment, and job-specific training.\nForklift certification or ability to become trained and authorized within the first 30 days when required for the assignment.\nPreferred\nHigh school diploma or GED.\nPrevious experience in manufacturing, material handling, kitting, assembly, inventory, warehousing, or shipping and receiving.\nExperience handling steel or oversized materials in a metal-fabrication environment.\nFamiliarity with ERP systems, barcode scanners, Bills of Materials, work orders, and inventory transactions.\nKnowledge of lean manufacturing or 5S practices.\nWork Environment\nThis position works primarily on the production floor, in the warehouse, shipping area, 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Employees may be exposed to production machinery, welding and paint operations, moving equipment, industrial noise, dust, fumes, changing temperatures, and inclement weather. Required personal protective equipment includes safety glasses, steel-toed footwear, gloves, and hearing protection.\n\nPhysical Demands\nThe position requires extended periods of standing, walking, or sitting while operating equipment. Employees frequently bend, reach, twist, climb, push, pull, and use their hands for material handling and assembly tasks. The ability to lift and maneuver up to 50 pounds independently—and heavier materials with assistance or approved equipment—is required. 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