Description

The Material Handler is responsible for efficiently collecting, loading, shipping, and receiving products to support seamless warehouse operations. This intermediate-level role requires safely operating forklift trucks and other advanced material-handling equipment to optimize workflow, support production schedules, and ensure accurate inventory management. In addition to operating equipment, Material Handlers are expected to perform routine inspections, identify maintenance needs, and follow safety protocols to maintain equipment reliability. 

POSITION DETAILS

• Shift Times: 7:00AM - 3:30PM, M-F
• Pay Schedule: Weekly
• Starting Rate: $17.00/hr

HERE'S WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Demonstrate the Core Values of Comfort Research in daily actions, execution of tasks, and interactions with others.
• Operate forklifts, hand trucks, and other material-handling equipment safely and efficiently.
• Load and unload products from warehouse racks per production and distribution center requirements to meet production goals.
• Ensure timely replenishment of materials to support production and maintain uninterrupted workflow.
• Use wireless RF scanning equipment to track inventory accurately and maintain up-to-date activity logs.
• Inspect and perform routine maintenance on forklifts and other material-handling equipment; identify and report safety hazards, product damages, or inventory discrepancies.
• Consolidate partial pallets and move stock to appropriate storage or shipping locations.
• Safely lift, move, and manipulate products/materials up to 50 pounds independently and heavier loads with assistance.
• Follow safety guidelines and company protocols to ensure a safe working environment.
• Maintain efficiency in production processes to help meet daily output goals.
• Cross-train on various warehouse functions and rotate through tasks as needed to support operational flexibility.
• Perform housekeeping duties to ensure the safety and cleanliness of the work area.
• Support the Production team in shared goals and initiatives.
• HAVE FUN!
• Other duties as assigned by leadership.

OUR AWESOME BENEFITS

Here at Comfort Research, we believe that the health and well-being of our Ambassadors and their families is critical to their success in the workplace. Comfort Research offers a generous benefits program that includes:

• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) plan that begins accruing upon hire for eligible Ambassadors
• Culture Awards program with opportunities to win cash prizes or extra PTO in addition to company-wide recognition
• Several paid holidays throughout the year
• Employee Assistance Program
• Growing family bonus & extra PTO for new parents
• Referral Bonus program
• 401(k) program with generous company match
• A variety of health insurance plans to choose from with company contributions to premiums
• Dental, vision, and other ancillary insurance coverages available
• Company-paid Short-Term Disability coverage
• Company-paid Life Insurance policy
• Free product allowances & product discounts

WHO WE ARE

Comfort Research is leading the furniture industry in innovative and affordable design and manufacturing. We’ve listened to the growing demand for quality, modern, leading-edge furniture and have responded with a bang! Today, you can find our products at all your favorite retailers, like Walmart, Meijer, Bed, Bath & Beyond, and Amazon (to name a few). But that’s just the beginning. We’re on our way to realizing our dream of becoming the "Best Known Brand in Furniture” and we’re pretty excited about it.

As we’ve grown, we’ve continued to be recognized as a Great Place to Work—and we’ve remained committed to building a positive culture and creating dynamic, fun atmosphere. We believe in hard work and we live by our core values of: Finding A Better Way, Doing the Right Thing, and Expecting the Best from Each Other and Ourselves. At Comfort Research, the pace is fast, the work is anything but boring, and the result is always more Comfort for All.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 6-12 months of experience in a warehouse or distribution environment preferred.
• Previous experience operating powered forklift trucks preferred. 
• Ability to pass both the written and practical forklift test to obtain forklift certification at Comfort Research.
• Working knowledge of material-handling equipment and warehouse operations is a plus. 
• Ability to work effectively within a team environment.
• Ability to read and understand job aids and other instructional material printed in English preferred.
• Good verbal communication skills.
• Ability to move and manipulate products/materials weighing up to 50 pounds, involving frequent twisting, lifting, turning, and bending.
• Ability to continuously pull, push, and tug materials.
• Strong commitment to safety in the workplace.
• Ability to use computers, scanning devices, and other warehouse technology.