Warehouse Material Handler

Job Description

Job DescriptionMaterial Handler – Reach Truck, Order Picker & Electric Pallet Jack Operator

Olive Branch, Mississippi

Location: 8331 Frontage Rd., Olive Branch, MS 38654

Employment Type: Full-Time

Shift: 2nd Shift | Monday–Friday | 5:45 PM – 2:30 AM

Pay: $20.50/HR + $30.75/HR Overtime Opportunities

Start: ASAP – Immediate Openings

Join a Growing Distribution Center Team

We are seeking experienced Material Handlers / Warehouse Equipment Operators to join our distribution center team in Olive Branch, MS.

Hands-on experience operating a Reach Truck, Order Picker, and Electric Pallet Jack (EPJ) is required for this position. We are looking for candidates who are comfortable safely operating this equipment in a fast-paced warehouse with minimal additional training.

This position will primarily support material movement, order picking, staging, inventory, and shipping operations throughout the distribution center.

What You'll Do Equipment Operation

• Safely operate Reach Trucks, Order Pickers, and Electric Pallet Jacks (EPJs) throughout the shift

• Pick and move products to designated warehouse locations

• Retrieve and store inventory using powered warehouse equipment

• Work comfortably at elevated heights while operating an Order Picker

• Perform pre- and post-operation equipment inspections

• Check equipment batteries and safety features before operation

• Immediately report equipment damage, malfunctions, or safety concerns

Material Handling & Warehouse Operations

• Pick, stage, move, store, and distribute materials throughout the facility

• Perform order picking, packing, shipping, receiving, and inventory movement

• Use RF scanners to locate, scan, and verify products

• Support accurate inventory placement and organization

• Prepare products and materials for outbound distribution

• Verify quantities and identify damaged or incorrect products

• Assist with additional warehouse duties based on daily operational needs

Safety & Quality

• Follow all warehouse safety procedures and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)

• Safely operate powered industrial equipment at all times

• Maintain a clean, organized, and hazard-free work area

• Identify and report damaged products, inventory discrepancies, and safety concerns

• Maintain accuracy and productivity while working in a fast-paced distribution environment

Required Qualifications

• Previous hands-on Reach Truck experience

• Previous hands-on Order Picker experience

• Previous hands-on Electric Pallet Jack (EPJ) experience

• At least 1 year of warehouse or distribution center experience

• Experience with material handling, order picking, staging, shipping, or receiving

• Experience using RF scanners

• Comfortable operating equipment at elevated heights

• Able to safely operate required equipment with minimal additional training

• Strong attendance, reliability, and punctuality

• Ability to work independently and as part of a warehouse team

• Comfortable working in a fast-paced distribution center

Preferred Experience

• Current or previous powered industrial equipment certification

• Warehouse Management System (WMS) experience

• Inventory control experience

• Pick, pack, and ship experience

• High-volume distribution center experience

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift 30+ pounds

• Frequent standing, walking, bending, reaching, lifting, and carrying

• Ability to perform material handling duties throughout the entire shift

• Comfortable working at elevated heights while operating an Order Picker

• Ability to safely enter, exit, and operate powered warehouse equipment throughout the workday

Employment Requirements

• Must successfully complete a pre-employment background check

• Must successfully complete a pre-employment drug screening

• Must provide valid documentation establishing authorization to work in the United States upon hire

• Full-time attendance and dependable punctuality are required

• Must be available for the full Monday–Friday, 5:45 PM–2:30 AM schedule

• Overtime may be required based on business needs

• Reliable transportation to the Olive Branch, MS facility is required

• Candidates ready to begin immediately while completing onboarding are strongly encouraged to apply

Why Apply?

• $20.50/HR

• Overtime opportunities

• Full-time Monday–Friday schedule

• Immediate openings

• Stable distribution center environment

• Opportunity to utilize your warehouse equipment experience

• Career growth potential

• Team-oriented work environment

Apply Today

If you have recent experience operating Reach Trucks, Order Pickers, and Electric Pallet Jacks and are looking for a full-time warehouse opportunity in Olive Branch, apply today.

Candidates with experience on all three pieces of equipment will be strongly considered.

You should be proficient in:

• Shipping/Receiving
• Warehouse Experience
• Material Handler Experience
• Distribution Experience
• Heavy Material Handling
• Forklift Licensed
• Packaging Experience

Machines & technologies you'll use:

• Cherry Picker (Order Picker)
• Electric Pallet Jack
• Reach Truck