Material Handler

Job overview

The Material Handler role is onsite in Saint Joseph, MO, with hourly pay of $18–$20. The position is based at Van-Am Tool & Engineering, a custom manufacturer that emphasizes safety, efficiency, and customer satisfaction. The role prepares and moves materials, equipment, and products for delivery while supporting facility inventory management. Accurate handling, documentation, teamwork, and adherence to safety procedures help maintain timely and secure material flow.

What you'll do

• Load and unload materials from vehicles
• organize and label materials
• maintain inventory
• communicate with coworkers and clients
• follow safety protocols
• keep the warehouse clean and organized
• operate forklifts safely and efficiently.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

material handler

manufacturing

inventory

forklift

warehouse

loading and unloading

safety

saint joseph mo

van-am tool & engineering

$18–$20/hr

four-day schedule

three-day schedule

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and 401(k).

Why this role

The posting describes two schedule options: Monday–Thursday, 5:00 a.m.–3:30 p.m., or Friday–Sunday, 5:00 a.m.–5:30 p.m.; the latter schedule includes an 11% shift differential. Requires two years of material-handling experience in manufacturing and a high school diploma or equivalent.

About the employer

Van-Am Tool & Engineering is hiring for this role. Industry: Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment (except Automotive and Electronic) Repair and Maintenance. Sector: 81.