Now hiring for a Material Handler
Location: Lakeville, MN
Pay Rate: $22.00 – $25.00 per hour
Schedule: 1st shift 7am-3:30pm Monday-Friday, 8-hour shifts. Overtime may be required Swing shift
This Shift’s Got Rhythm - and It Needs You.
Looking for Material Handler jobs in Lakeville where every shift keeps products moving? This opportunity lets you handle materials safely, support warehouse operations, and help ensure inventory reaches the right place at the right time.
Responsible for shipping, receiving, inventory control, and material movement within the warehouse. The Material Handler ensures products are accurately stored, picked, packed, and shipped while maintaining safety, quality, and productivity standards
If your skills and experience are a good match for this role, please apply today. This opportunity is based on a Material Handler career path and is being offered by Staffmark to qualified candidates.
Job Duties
- Shipping, receiving, inventory control, and material movement within the warehouse.
- Ensures products are accurately stored, picked, packed, and shipped while maintaining safety, quality, and productivity standards
Education Requirements
- High school diploma or GED preferred.
- Previous warehouse or material handling training is beneficial.
Experience Requirements
- Experience moving, organizing, loading, or unloading materials in warehouse or manufacturing environments.
- Ability to accurately identify products, labels, inventory locations, and shipping documentation.
- Knowledge of safe material handling practices and workplace safety procedures.
- Ability to operate pallet jacks or other material handling equipment as required.
- Strong attention to detail, organization, and dependable work habits.
- forklift experience, computer skills preferred, Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, push, and pull throughout the shift
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous warehouse, shipping, receiving, logistics, manufacturing, or distribution experience is preferred.
- Experience operating forklifts, pallet jacks, RF scanners, or warehouse management systems is beneficial.
- Knowledge of inventory control procedures, warehouse documentation, or Lean warehouse practices is considered an asset.
- Receive, inspect, and store inbound materials.
- Perform cycle counts and inventory activities.
- Individuals who demonstrate reliability, teamwork, attention to detail, and safe work habits are well positioned for success as a Material Handler.
Physical Capabilities
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, and perform repetitive material handling tasks throughout the shift.
- Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull materials weighing up to 50 pounds.
- Ability to safely move products using manual or powered material handling equipment.
- Ability to work efficiently in warehouse or manufacturing environments while following established safety procedures.
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, push, and pull throughout the shift.
- Occasional team lifts up to 150 lbs.
- Must be comfortable operating forklifts at heights up to 50 feet.
Benefits
- Competitive Weekly Pay
- Comprehensive Benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- Life Insurance and Disability Insurance for added peace of mind.
- Optional 401(k) Plan to help you prepare for the future.
- Safety-Focused Work Environment with opportunities for advancement and skill development.
We Match the Hustle to the Right Shift.
“They always try to find the best job to fit you.” -Decasio, Staffmark Associate
What You Will Do
As a Material Handler you will receive, move, stage, load, unload, organize, and transport materials throughout warehouse or manufacturing operations. You will verify inventory, maintain accurate product locations, prepare materials for production or shipment, assist with inventory control, and help ensure safe, efficient movement of products while following established workplace procedures.
- Non entry level, forklift experience, computer skills preferred, Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, push, and pull
The Material Handler supports warehouse productivity by safely moving materials throughout receiving, storage, production, and shipping areas. This role requires organization, attention to detail, and a commitment to workplace safety.
A successful Material Handler understands inventory handling, warehouse procedures, material movement, and product identification while maintaining accurate inventory flow and efficient daily operations. Dependable performance contributes directly to operational success.
This career offers rewarding opportunities for individuals who enjoy logistics and warehouse operations.
