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Posted July 28, 2026

Material Handler I (12-hour shifts 6AM to 6:30PM)

Erlen Group
Springfield, MO, US Full Time
20.07USD per year

Job Description

Job Description

Material Handler I

Reports to: Warehouse Manager

FLSA Status: Non-exempt


Work a consistent 6:00 AM – 6:30 PM day shift with a bi-weekly schedule. Only work 14 days a month!

  • Week 1: 2 days on, 2 days off, 3 days on = 48 hours
  • Week 2: 2 days off, 2 days on, 3 days off = 36 hours
  • Built-in Overtime: Any hours worked over 40 hours in a week are paid at 1.5x your base rate


The Erlen Group of companies exist to maximize long-term shareholder value by providing goods and services with honesty, integrity and fairness to our team, our communities and our clients.


Material Handler Job Summary:

This position is responsible for accurately handling inbound, storage, and outbound product for a wide range of clients. The person occupying this position is responsible for checking loads in and out along with verifying products on bills of lading and shipping documents.

Material Handler Essential Duties/Responsibilities:

  • Move, load, and unload food products, materials, and/or packages by hand, pallet jack, or forklift from trains, railcars, and trailers
  • Handle paperwork and use scanners to ship and receive clients’ food product accurately
  • Pick orders, select products, and control inventory as necessary
  • Transfer data manually and electronically to co-workers and Inventory Control Team
  • Monitor warehouse inventory through cycle counts
  • Assist in maintaining a clean and organized warehouse through various assigned sanitation duties
  • Follow Safety and Food Safety Polices & Procedures.

Material Handler Skills/Abilities:

  • Attention to detail and strong mathematical abilities

Material Handler Education and Experience:

  • Required: One year of warehouse experience
  • Required: Forklift experience

Material Handler Physical and/or Travel Requirements:

  • Prolonged periods sitting on a forklift in cold and extreme cold conditions
  • Must be able to lift 50-75 pounds at a time

Material Handler Benefits:

  • Paid time off and Holidays
  • Simplified Employee Pension Plan
  • Health Insurance
  • Group Life Insurance
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Gallup Leadership Development training


Erlen Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employment and aspects of employment are decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business needs.

Erlen Group values a diverse workplace and encourages anyone to apply, regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

This position is safety sensitive.


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