The Material Handler is responsible for supporting production and warehouse operations through the movement, storage, organization, and replenishment of inventory and materials. This position plays a critical role in maintaining accurate inventory, ensuring materials are available when needed, and supporting the efficient flow of products throughout our 200,000-square-foot manufacturing and warehouse facility. At Litania Sports Group, our brands—Gill and Porter—have been recognized as industry leaders in track & field, basketball, and volleyball for over 100 years. Our team takes pride in producing world-class equipment used at championship events across the globe. Essential Duties & Responsibilities - Move, store, restock, and rotate inventory throughout the warehouse and production areas.
- Ensure materials are placed in correct storage locations and inventory bins.
- Read work orders and production schedules to determine material requirements.
- Deliver materials and supplies to production areas to support manufacturing operations.
- Load, unload, and transport materials using forklifts, pallet jacks, overhead cranes, and other material handling equipment.
- Sort, organize, and stage materials for production and shipment.
- Record inventory movements and maintain accurate inventory records.
- Verify materials, quantities, and locations using bar code scanning and inventory systems.
- Assist with receiving, stocking, and warehouse organization activities.
- Inspect materials and report inventory discrepancies or damaged products.
- Safely operate material handling equipment and follow all company safety procedures.
- Support other warehouse and manufacturing functions as needed.
- Perform other duties as assigned..
Qualifications Required - Minimum 21 years of age.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
- Proficient computer skills, including ERP systems, Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel.
- Minimum 3 years of manufacturing or warehouse experience.
- Current forklift certification or ability to obtain certification.
- Ability to work in a drug-free workplace and pass required screenings.
Preferred - Bar code scanning experience.
- Overhead crane operation experience or ability to obtain certification within 30 days of hire.
- Fabrication or welding experience.
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions - Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
- Ability to bend, squat, kneel, reach, push, pull, and lift throughout the shift.
- Ability to regularly lift up to 50 lbs. and occasionally lift heavier items with assistance.
- Ability to safely operate forklifts, overhead cranes, and other material handling equipment.
- Ability to work in a manufacturing and warehouse environment with varying temperatures and noise levels.
- Ability to perform repetitive tasks while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
Compensation & Benefits Position Type: Full-Time, Hourly, Non-Exempt Hourly Rate: $18.00 – $21.00 per hour. Schedule: Monday – Friday, 6:30 AM – 3:00 PM, with overtime as required. Benefits: All full-time employees are eligible for health, dental, vision, STD, LTD, Basic Life, voluntary life, and 401(k) match up to 6%. Litania Sports Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. |