Senior Material Handler

Be a part of a global team where what we do matters! At Epredia, we recognize that our talented employees are vital to our success. Our team is dedicated, our work is rewarding – both personally and professionally – because what we do matters.  

We seek talented individuals who will contribute to and thrive in our collaborative, diverse, fast-paced environment while demonstrating a commitment to our core values, People, Customer, Results, Continuous Learning, and Innovation.  

People – We win as a team.  

Customer – We deliver customer-centric solutions.  

Continuous Learning – We learn and always aim to be better.  

Innovation – We innovate every day.  

Results – Results matter for all of us. 

Job Title: Senior Material Handler

Who you are: You have energy and drive in abundance, a passion for serving our customers, and possess a growth mindset and love of continuous learning, with an appreciation for diverse perspectives and helping others win.

Position Overview: Our values reinforce our culture of collaboration, growth mindset, and how we serve our customers.

• The Senior Material Handler – 2nd Shift is responsible for the warehouse and distribution activities supporting both Manufacturing and Distribution operations.  
• They will ensure materials and processes are handled with the highest level of quality, in accordance with established procedures, in a safe and efficient manner.

Location: This is an on-site position based in Kalamazoo, MI.

What you will do:

• Use warehouse systems, handheld devices, and printers to support inventory movement and maintain order picking accuracy
• Manage inventory through the order pick and pack process, ensuring accurate material movement and documentation
• Pick customer orders and receive, transfer, consolidate, and store inventory in designated warehouse locations
• Prepare, organize, and ship customer orders in accordance with shipping schedules and customer requirements
• Create shipments and apply labeling for hazardous and non-hazardous materials in accordance with regulatory requirements
• Complete required regulatory training, including 49 CFR, IATA, and IMDG, as applicable
• Load and unload incoming and outgoing freight
• Operate powered industrial vehicles (PIV), including order selectors, Bendi forklifts, reach trucks, and powered pallet jacks
• Operate warehouse equipment in accordance with safety procedures and company guidelines
• Maintain warehouse organization and cleanliness in accordance with daily 5S standards
• Support physical inventory counts and cycle counting activities
• Collaborate with warehouse, Quality, and Manufacturing teams to support operational workflows
• Identify operational issues and escalate them to supervisors or appropriate teams as needed
• Prepare shipping documentation including bills of lading, packing lists, and product labels
• Print and apply labels for pallets, freight, and packages in accordance with customer and regulatory requirements
• Coordinate or schedule freight pickups with carriers as required
• Perform additional warehouse and distribution duties as assigned

Qualifications & Skills:

• High school diploma or GED required

• 1–2 years of experience performing warehouse, distribution, or material handling activities such as receiving, inventory movement, order picking, packing, shipping, or operating material handling equipment required
• Experience operating Powered Industrial Vehicle (PIV) equipment in warehouse, manufacturing, or distribution environments required
• Experience handling or shipping hazardous materials in accordance with applicable safety regulations preferred
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and overtime, based on business and operational needs
• Ability to lift and move materials up to 50 pounds
• Ability to operate PIV equipment at heights up to 20 feet
• Ability to sit or stan