Material Handler

Material Handler

Join our team as a Material Handler and play a hands-on role in keeping production running smoothly by staging, kitting, and moving materials using Lean and 5S principles; you'll ensure accuracy in every transaction, use warehouse management systems, operate material-handling equipment safely, participate in continuous improvement and kaizen events, and work in a fast-paced environment where initiative, attention to detail, and a commitment to safety matter - whether you're starting as a Material Handler I, II or ready to mentor and lead as a Material Handler III, there's room to grow and make a real impact.

RK Industries, LLC (RK) is a second-generation, family-owned enterprise that offers a diverse range of construction, manufacturing, advanced fabrication, and building services. Led by Rick and Jon Kinning, RK represents seven distinct lines of business that work together to provide seamless project collaboration. Our exclusive building methodologies, accredited safety standards, and professional execution allow us to turn our customers' greatest concepts into reality.

Position Summary

The Material Handler is required to perform the daily operations associated with material handling operations. This includes related activities for receiving material availability and staging material to production lines to ensure material flows efficiently and accurately throughout the production process. This role supports Lena Manufacturing initiatives and collaborates closely with Production, Supply Chain, Quality, and Logistics to maintain on-time delivery and Production Efficiency.

Role Responsibilities

• Execute daily work tasks based on production priorities, project schedule, and manpower availability
• Ensure material transactions are complete and accurate. Verify transactions made by others are accurate and complete
• Identify materials and items being received or shipped and ensure they are the correct items
• Move materials to or from storage or worksites to designated areas, using hand truck or power device
• Maintain production station staging areas with full and accurate kits
• Maintain supermarket zones per production station requirements
• Participate in the setup of supermarket areas (taping, labeling, shelving) to support flow and visual management
• Ensure that materials are staged efficiently and organized using 5S principles
• Execute accurate kitting, labeling, and delivery of all BOM (Bill of Material) items
• Participate in the documentation of best practices
• Identify opportunities to improve material handling efficiency, layout, and accuracy through Lean and 5S initiatives
• Participate in kaizen events and continuous improvement projects to eliminate waste and enhance operational processes
• Adhere to all Standard Work Instructions (SWIs) and safety standards
• Adhere to all company policies including ISO 9001 and environmental protocols
• Conduct regular safety checks of material handling equipment (forklifts, pallet jacks, hoists, trucks, etc.)
• Maintain a clean, organized warehouse and staging area using visual controls and 5S practices
• May require delivery of material to other plants as needed; acceptable Motor Vehicle Report required for this task
• Coordinate and perform shipment loading and complete required paperwork
• Perform additional assignments per supervisor's request
• Issue material by requisition and work order, locate and distribute material as needed by production requirements and direct supervisor
• Use warehouse management systems (WMS), ERP, or other digital tools for real-time tracking of inventory and transactions
• Inspect and maintain storage yards and warehouse for cleanliness, etc. and report problems to supervisor
• Locate and prepare materials for outbound shipment and notify supervisor when shipment is ready
• Load and unload materials within warehouse, on-site containers, or storage facility
• Utilize hand trucks, forklifts, hoists, trucks, conveyors, or other handling equipment to move material

Qualifications

Material Handler 1 & 2 :

Material Handler 3 :

All of the above plus :

Minimum Physical Requirements and Accountability

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

RK Industries, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other status protected by applicable law.