Material Handler- 1st shift

Top Job Located in Cannon Falls, MN Salary: $18hrWe're hiring for a Material Handler position at our Cannon Falls facility. This role involves moving, staging, and organizing materials, as well as loading and unloading shipments, and ensuring inventory is accurately tracked and stored. Ideal candidates are detail-oriented, reliable, and able to work with minimal supervision in a fast-paced environment. You'll work closely with production teams and warehouse staff to support daily operations while maintaining safety protocols and workflow efficiency. Forklift experience, basic computer skills, and consistent attendance are essential.This is a seasonal role with the potential to become long-term, depending on performance, attendance, and how well the candidate meshes with the team and company culture.ScheduleMonday - Friday 7:00am - 3:30pmEvaluation-to-hirePay $18hr.ResponsibilitiesMaterial Movement: Operate forklifts and other equipment to transport materials across multiple production ventory Management: Conduct daily inventory checks of raw materials and update internal systems to ensure accuracy.Shipping & Receiving: Load and unload shipments, complete documentation, and make computer entries for all transactions.Storage Organization: Place received materials in designated bins, shelves, or storage areas in a neat and orderly manner.Safety Compliance: Operate all equipment safely and follow standard safety procedures at all times.Scrap Removal: Collect and transport scrap materials to appropriate recycling tercompany Transfers: Manage material transfers between facilities, ensuring correct routing and prioritization.Teamwork: Maintain a cooperative atmosphere with coworkers and supervisors to support production goals.Preventive Maintenance: Perform light maintenance on transport equipment and report major issues to Maintenance Lead.Flexibility: Assist with Utility Operator duties and adapt to work in multiple areas as needed.QualificationsHigh School Diploma or GED.Entry-level experience is acceptable; prior manufacturing or warehouse experience is a plus.Ability to operate industrial equipment safely and efficiently (e.g., grinders, forklifts).Basic computer skills for data entry and inventory tracking.Strong organizational skills to maintain neat and orderly storage areas.Physical capability to lift up to 50 lbs and work in a warm environment near equipment.Attention to detail for accurate documentation and inventory counts.Flexibility to assist with Utility Operator duties and adapt to shifting production needs.Good attendance record and reliability.Benefits At Express Employment Professionals Red Wing, we offer benefits to all of our associates from day one, including:MedicalDentalVisionShort-Term DisabilityTerm LifeSick and Safe TimeReferral ProgramEmployee Assistance ProgramHoliday Pay (for qualifying associates)About Express Employment Professionals in Red Wing, MNEstablished in 1991, Express Employment Professionals in Red Wing, MN has partnered with over 700 companies in the area. We hire for light industrial, office services, and skilled trade roles, and we receive new job openings from our company partners every single day. We never charge a fee from our Associates for our staffing services, and we are honored to receive a 4.65-star rating on Google.Referral ProgramKnow someone else who would be a great fit for this role? Refer them to Express Employment Professionals in Red Wing, MN! Once your referral works 100 hours through our office, you'll receive $100. Valid only at the Red Wing, MN Express Employment location.#1176LIExpress Office: Red Wing 910 Main Suite 101Red Wing, MN 55066

Created: 2025-09-23