Material Handler

Material Handler

Company Background:

Fechheimer was founded in 1842 and is a proud member of the Berkshire Hathaway family of companies. Fechheimer Brothers Company is the premier uniform manufacturer servicing the military, federal, state, and local public safety service markets. Our uniforms represent the honor, respect, and pride reflective in public safety today and at Fechheimer we take pride in serving those who serve us.

Our goal is to bring to market premier products and programs through our two brands; Flying Cross® and Vertx® to continue our tradition of providing superior products & service through innovation and technology that continually meets and exceeds our customers' expectations.

At Fechheimer, not only do we pride ourselves on our products and programs but on our company culture. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, a fun and relaxed work environment, and the opportunity for continued growth and learning.

Benefits Offered:

• Competitive Pay
• Vacation & Sick Paid Time Off
• 10 Paid Holidays
• Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance
• FSA and HSA Accounts
• Long and Short-Term Disability
• Wellness Program & Incentives

• Employer Paid Life Insurance and Voluntary Life Insurance
• Accidental and Critical Illness Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition Assistance
• 401(k) Plan with Employer Match

Pay:Starting at $15 per hour.

Position Summary:

Nationwide Uniform (by Fechheimer) in Hodgenville, KY, is seeking a reliable and team-oriented Material Handler to support our Cutting Team and production in a fast paced uniform manufacturing environment. The Material Handler supports the Cutting Room by safely moving, staging, and tracking materials-especially rolls of fabric, cut parts, and supplies-between storage areas and production workstations. This role helps maintain production flow by keeping materials organized, verifying documentation, and ensuring items are delivered accurately and on time in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities:
In this role you will be required to...

Material Movement & Staging

• Move freight, stock, and materials to and from storage areas, cutting/production areas, loading docks, and delivery vehicles by hand or using approved material-handling equipment (e.g., carts, hand trucks, pallet jacks as applicable).
• Push, pull, lift, and transport tubs of cut parts (up to 50 lbs.) to designated locations throughout the plant to support production flow.
• Load and unload rolls of material from pallets/trucks and stage materials in designated areas to support daily production needs.

Forklift & Equipment Operation

• Operate forklifts and pallet jacks safely; complete basic pre-shift inspections and follow facility traffic patterns and racking/stacking practices.
• Use RF handheld scanners to record material moves and support accurate inventory transactions (preferred/learnable).

Inventory Handling & Documentation

• Read and interpret internal packing/shipping documents and manifests to ensure accurate material movement and staging.
• Use RF handheld scanners (preferred) or other systems as needed to support accurate transactions and tracking.

Quality Check & Measurement

• Inspect and measure rolls of fabric using basic measuring tools (ruler/yardstick) and report concerns per standard practice.
• Maintain organization and accuracy to prevent mix-ups, damage, or loss of materials.

Safety & Housekeeping

• Follow all safety rules and maintain a clean, organized work area to support safe material flow and efficient operations.
• Perform other duties, as assigned, in support of Cutting Room operations.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Basic verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently or within a team and follow direction.
• Basic math (arithmetic) and ability to use a ruler/yardstick for measurements.
• Strong reliability, responsibility, and attention to detail to support accurate staging and movement of materials.
• Warehouse/manufacturing experience is a plus but not required (role dependent).

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Previous experience using RF handheld scanners preferred.
• Ability to stand and walk for most of the shift (up to 8 hours).

Physical Requirements:

• Positional: Frequent standing and walking throughout the shift; occasional sitting for documentation; frequent pushing/pulling carts and moving materials throughout the plant. Must be able to lift/carry up to 80 lbs. as required.
• Gross Mobility: Rare climbing or crawling; occasional stooping, kneeling, or crouching; frequent reaching, handling, and grasping while moving, staging, and measuring materials.
• Sensory: Frequent visual acuity for near and midrange tasks (labels, manifests, measurements); occasional depth perception and field of vision demands while navigating production areas; frequent talking/communication with team members.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.