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Material Handler I - A

  • Kent, Washington

Varstaff is looking for a Material Handler I - A


About the Job: In this role, you will play a crucial part in fulfillment center operations at our location in Kent, WA. You will handle incoming shipments, manage inventory, operate heavy material-handling equipment, and maintain accurate records within our inventory management system. As a key member of the team, you will drive continuous improvement by identifying operational roadblocks, supporting root-cause analysis, and ensuring top-tier quality control and safety standards across all workflow stages.

Work Location: 21218 76th Ave S., Kent, WA, 98032

What We’re Looking For Education & Experience

  • 2+ years of experience in Fulfillment Center Operations, specifically within receiving and inventory functions.

  • Experience in inventory counting, receiving, packing, put-away, picking/kitting, or shipping.

  • Experience operating heavy equipment (PIT) in a material handling environment.

  • Comfort working in a fast-paced environment with a strong focus on continuous improvement and problem-solving.

Must-Have Skills

  • Equipment Operation: Hands-on experience and proficiency in operating heavy machinery/PIT equipment, including forklifts, electronic pallet jacks (EPJs), reach-trucks, and turret-trucks.

  • Receiving & Quality Control: Ability to unload shipments, visually inspect incoming packages against standard operating procedures (SOPs), and perform required quality control checks.

  • Inventory Management & Data Entry: Ability to systematically document receipts, navigate inventory management software, input data accurately, and conduct storage auditing.

  • Packaging & Staging: Skills in selecting proper packaging materials, wrapping/storing parts, labeling, and staging materials to prevent loss or damage.

  • Physical & Safety Requirements: Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. regularly and a strict commitment to workplace safety protocols and personal protective equipment (PPE) guidelines.

Nice-to-Have Skills (Preferred)

  • Ability to derive inventory requirements directly from Bills of Material (BOM).

  • Advanced experience with root-cause analysis and problem-solving tools in a manufacturing or fulfillment workflow.