Material Handler - Forklift Operator (Temp to Hire)
Eska usa***This is a full-time temp-to-hire position. Candidate screening, onboarding, and any subsequent hiring process will be managed through the company and a contracted staffing agency. About the Role Eska USA is seeking a dependable and safety-focused Material Handler to support the day-to-day operations of our warehouse and manufacturing facility. This role is responsible for loading and unloading trucks and containers, moving pallets of material between warehouse and production areas, maintaining accurate inventory, and supporting safe and efficient warehouse flow. Material Handlers regularly operate electric sit-down forklifts in indoor warehouse environments, including trailers, ramps, staging areas, stacking zones, and storage aisles. The ideal candidate has forklift experience, strong attention to detail, and a commitment to safe material handling and inventory accuracy. Key Responsibilities Load and unload incoming and outgoing trucks, trailers, and containers safely and efficiently. Confirm receipt of incoming goods and inspect materials for visible damage, shortages, or irregularities. Verify outgoing shipments for pallet identification, packaging condition, quantity, labeling, and accuracy. Use strapping, bracing, padding, wrapping, or other protective methods to help prevent damage during handling or transit. Move pallets of material between warehouse, storage, staging, shipping, receiving, and production areas. Properly store materials in assigned warehouse locations and help maintain accurate inventory. Identify and report damaged items, shortages, non-scannable pallets, incorrect labels, and inventory discrepancies. Use warehouse management systems, RF scanners, labels, and inventory records accurately. Participate in inventory activities, including pallet scanning, location verification, cycle counts, and physical inventory support. Operate assigned warehouse equipment, including forklifts, pallet jacks, an industrial baler, and a pallet flipping machine, after required Company training and authorization. Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area, including proper disposal of waste materials. Follow all Company safety rules, PPE requirements, warehouse procedures, equipment rules, and supervisor instructions. Collaborate with warehouse, shipping, receiving, production, and maintenance team members to support efficient operations. Perform other related duties as assigned. Qualifications and Skills Prior forklift operation and material handling experience preferred. Warehouse, distribution, shipping, receiving, or order-picking experience preferred. Experience using warehouse management systems and RF scanners preferred. Knowledge of shipping, receiving, storage, inventory control, and warehouse organization helpful. Ability to safely operate warehouse equipment after Company training, evaluation, and authorization. Ability to identify damaged materials, shipment issues, inventory discrepancies, and unsafe conditions. Strong attention to detail, organization, reliability, and commitment to safety. Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced warehouse environment. Ability to follow written and verbal instructions. Familiarity with OSHA safety practices and warehouse safety expectations preferred. Work Schedule Available shifts may include: 1st Shift: 6:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. 2nd Shift: 2:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. Flexibility and overtime may be required to meet operational needs. Weekend work may be required as needed. Physical and Work Environment Requirements This position requires work in a warehouse and manufacturing environment. Candidates must be able to perform the physical requirements of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation, including: Lift, carry, push, pull, or move objects weighing up to 50 pounds. Sit for extended periods while operating forklift equipment. Stand, walk, bend, reach, twist, climb on and off equipment…