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Material Handler

Sussex, WI 53089

Posted: 05/22/2026 Job Number: 808468 Pay Rate: 21.10 Industry: Food / Beverage

Job Description

Position Title: Material Handler

Wage: $21.10/hour

Shift: Day

Hours: 5:45am-6:00pm

QPS Employment Group is hiring a Material Handler for a company in Sussex, WI. This is an associate to hire opportunity.

Material Handler Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Ensure continuous production operation of packaging lines and follow company’s safety, quality and production procedures
- Ensure all proper paperwork and materials are used, including pallets, slip sheets, WIP paperwork, and finished skid labeling paperwork is documented accordingly
- Coordinate with Quality Assurance to ensure that all incoming and outgoing products meet quality standards
- Operate the forklift safely and efficiently and in accordance with plant forklift rules and regulations
- Perform safety checks on the forklift; log and report any safety discrepancies with the Production Supervisor
- Maintain a safe and clean environment for all team members, and make the Production Supervisor or lead aware of any equipment or personnel safety issues immediately
- Follow all aspects of the Lock Out Tag Out program
- Comply with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP’s) and Lean Initiatives as set forth by management
- Ensure that all finished goods are properly labeled and staged for shipping
- Maintain an accurate and detailed operator’s log

Material Handler Requirements:
- High school diploma or GED
- Minimum of 6-12 months of sit-down forklift experience is a must
- Production experience preferred
- Proven problem-solving ability and good time management skills
- Experience working both independently and as part of a team
- Basic math and computer skills desirable
- Able to stand or sit for an 8-hour (or more) shift
- Able to handle frequent twisting, reaching, pushing, pulling, and bending
- Good hand dexterity and eyesight for visual inspection of part
- Must be able to drive a sit-down forklift and use a pallet jack
- Able to lift up to 60 pounds

IND138

QPS Employment Group is a full-service staffing firm comprised of dedicated and passionate people with over 50 offices throughout the United States. We place great people with great companies in industrial, skilled trades, administrative, manufacturing, general labor and professional employment. Hiring immediately!

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