Posted 10/13/2026
Material Handler
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Orlando, Florida
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Temp/Temp to Hire
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Manufacturing
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Orlando
Job Description
Lingo Staffing is Hiring Material Handler / Forklift Operator in Orlando, FL to start ASAP!
Material Handler / Forklift Operator– Experience in the lumber or building materials industry. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience handling, loading, unloading, organizing, and transporting lumber and wood products in a fast-paced warehouse, lumber yard, or manufacturing environment. Candidates must be familiar with lumber handling procedures, forklift operations, inventory management, and workplace safety standards.
Pay rate & Schedule:
- $18.00 Hourly
- 2nd shift: Monday – Friday: 3:00PM – 12:00AM
Job Responsibilities & Requirements:
- Load, unload, move, and organize lumber, plywood, dimensional wood, and other building materials.
- 2 years of material handling experience in a lumber yard, sawmill, lumber manufacturing facility, or building materials distribution center.
- Previous experience handling lumber and wood products is strongly preferred.
- Proven forklift operating experience, preferably with large or oversized loads.
- Operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and other material-handling equipment safely and efficiently.
- Transport lumber and materials between storage areas, production lines, and shipping departments.
- Accurately pick, stage, and prepare lumber orders for production or shipment.
- Sort, stack, bundle, and secure lumber according to size, type, and specifications.
- Inspect lumber for damage, defects, and quality standards.
- Read work orders, shipping documents, and material specifications.
- Assist with inventory counts, stock rotation, and warehouse organization.
- Safely handle oversized, heavy, and irregularly shaped materials.
- Follow OSHA regulations and company safety procedures.
- Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment.
- Work closely with production, shipping, and receiving teams to meet daily operational goals.
- Ability to identify different lumber sizes, dimensions, and material types.
- Experience loading and unloading flatbed trucks and trailers.
- Ability to read measuring tapes and accurately measure lumber.
- Strong understanding of warehouse safety and proper material handling techniques.
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs regularly and perform physically demanding tasks.
- Comfortable working indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions.
- Strong attention to detail, reliability, and teamwork.
- Ability to work overtime and weekends as needed.
Apply today & Call our office for an interview!
- www.lingostaffing.com
- Office #: 407-358-6598
Job Id: 30827
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