Material Handler 2nd shift

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Located in Waterloo, IA

Salary: $17/hour

Material Handler - 2nd shift

Location: Waterloo, IA
Pay: $17.00/hour
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 2:00PM-10:30PM
Type: Full-Time Opportunity

Position Overview

Express Employment Professionals in Waterloo is seeking a Material Handler to join a local warehouse team. This position is responsible for loading and unloading materials, building pallets for shipment, maintaining inventory counts using handheld scanners, and operating a forklift to move products throughout the warehouse. The ideal candidate will have prior forklift experience, be comfortable performing physical labor, and have a strong focus on safety and accuracy.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Move 50-pound bags by hand onto pallets
  • Build and prepare pallets for outbound shipments
  • Receive and organize inbound materials and products
  • Use handheld scanners to maintain accurate inventory counts
  • Transport pallets and materials using a forklift
  • Move products to shipping and receiving docks
  • Ensure materials are properly staged for shipment
  • Maintain a clean and organized work area
  • Follow all warehouse safety procedures

Qualifications:

  • 6 months to 1 year of forklift experience required
  • Previous warehouse or material handling experience preferred
  • Experience using handheld scanners is a plus
  • Strong attention to detail and inventory accuracy
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Dependable with strong attendance and reliability
  • Safety-conscious and able to work efficiently in a warehouse environment

Physical Requirements:

  • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds regularly
  • Full range of motion for lifting, carrying, and moving materials
  • Strong back for loading and building pallets
  • Good knee mobility for bending, squatting, and lifting
  • Good eyesight and hearing
  • Ability to stand, walk, bend, twist, and lift throughout the shift
  • Comfortable performing physical labor in a warehouse setting

Additional Information:

  • First-shift opportunity
  • Hands-on warehouse position involving both shipping and receiving functions
  • Handheld scanners are used for inventory tracking
  • No advanced computer experience required

How to Apply:

  • Call your local Express Employment Professionals office in Waterloo
  • Apply online at www.ExpressPros.com
  • Stop in and speak with a recruiter

Express Office: Waterloo
2320 University Avenue
Waterloo, IA 50701
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