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Material Handler

Tonawanda, NY | $2124/hr | 1st Shift: 6:30am3:30pm

Full Benefits | Stable Manufacturing Environment

Why This Role Stands Out

Join a leading manufacturer of engineered industrial products that serve critical air, gas, and filtration applications across multiple industries. As a Material Handler, you'll be a key player in keeping production flowing by safely moving, staging, and tracking materials throughout the facility. This is a steady first-shift opportunity offering competitive pay, strong benefits, and long-term growth potential in a well-organized manufacturing setting.

What You'll Be Doing

• Load, unload, transport, and stage materials throughout the plant using forklifts, cranes, hand trucks, and dollies
• Support production teams by ensuring materials are organized, labeled, and ready for use
• Track inventory using MRP and WMS systems, updating records accurately
• Read work orders and follow verbal instructions to move materials to the correct locations
• Prepare and process Bills of Lading and shipping and receiving documentation
• Tag, band, stack, and organize materials to maintain clean and efficient storage areas
• Perform inventory counts, weigh materials, and record quantities on production sheets
• Use precision measuring tools such as tape measures and dial calipers to verify inbound and outbound materials
• Assist machine operators by keeping work areas supplied and organized
• Maintain a safe, clean, and orderly work environment and report safety concerns
• Stage and prep materials at the end of each shift to set up the next day's production

What We're Looking For

Must-Haves

• 23 years of material handling experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment
• Forklift experience and comfort operating material handling equipment
• Experience using MRP, WMS, or inventory tracking systems
• Ability to read work orders and follow instructions accurately
• Strong attention to detail with labeling, counts, and documentation
• Basic math and measurement skills
• Comfort in a physically active role involving lifting and moving materials
• Strong safety awareness and reliable attendance

Nice-to-Haves

• Forklift or crane certifications (or willingness to obtain)
• Shipping and receiving experience, including Bills of Lading
• ERP or RF scanner experience
• Expertise in supporting multiple departments in a manufacturing setting

Why You'll Want to Work Here

• Growing, stable manufacturer with long-term career opportunities
• First-shift schedule for consistent work-life balance
• Full benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and a 401(k) with company match
• Company-paid portion of health insurance
• Annual safety boot allowance
• Employer-provided PPE, including safety eyewear
• Opportunity to develop skills and grow as the business expands
• Varied, hands-on work that keeps each day moving

Work Environment

You'll work in a climate-controlled industrial manufacturing facility producing heat exchangers, filtration systems, and industrial air and gas handling equipment. The role is active and hands-on, involving forklifts, cranes, banding machines, clinchers, and precision measuring tools. The environment prioritizes safety, organization, and efficiency while maintaining the pace of a busy production floor.

Job Type & Location: This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Tonawanda, NY.

Pay and Benefits: The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $24.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type: This is a fully onsite position in Tonawanda, NY.

Application Deadline: This position is anticipated to close on Apr 24, 2026.