Fulfillment & Warehouse Processor Hourly at Pearson PlcWestminster

Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

18 Oct, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

20 Jul, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Material Handling, Team Leadership, Inventory Management, Forklift Operation, Workflow Coordination, Cycle Counting, Safety Compliance, Problem Solving, Communication, Data Entry

Industry

Education

Description

We are seeking a Material Handler Lead to coordinate day-to-day material movement and staging activities to support production and shipping goals. This role provides hands-on leadership to a small team, helps prioritize work, and ensures accurate inventory handling while maintaining safety and housekeeping standards. Key Responsibilities * Lead daily workflow: assign tasks, set priorities, and balance labor to meet production/shipping schedules. * Work hands-on performing material handling while guiding others (loading/unloading, staging, put-away, replenishment, picking). * Coordinate inbound/outbound activities and communicate status/issues to supervisors and internal customers (production, shipping, planning). * Support inventory accuracy: verify counts, help resolve discrepancies, assist with cycle counts. * Operate material-handling equipment such as forklifts, pallet jacks, and carts (as trained/authorized) and ensure safe use by the team. * Train and coach team members on safe work practices, standard procedures, and quality expectations. * Maintain safety and housekeeping. Ensure aisles/exits are clear; report hazards or incidents promptly. * Escalate equipment, quality, or staffing concerns; assist with shift handoffs and basic reporting (productivity, shortages, damages). * Other duties as directed by department leadership. Qualifications * High school diploma/GED preferred. * [2+] years of warehouse/manufacturing materials experience; prior lead experience preferred. * Forklift experience required; ability to obtain/maintain certification (as applicable). * Comfortable using scanners and basic computer functions (email, data entry). * Strong communication, problem-solving, and ability to prioritize work in a fast-paced environment. * Reliable attendance and willingness to work overtime as needed. Physical Requirements * Ability to stand/walk for extended periods. * Ability to lift/move up to [50] lbs, with or without reasonable accommodation. * Ability to work around moving equipment and in a warehouse/production environment.

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Responsibilities

Coordinate day-to-day material movement and staging activities to support production and shipping goals. Provide hands-on leadership to a small team while ensuring accurate inventory handling and safety standards.