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Johnson Controls

Team Lead Material Handler

Largo, FL

$25.76/hr

All of the responsibilities and functions as detailed in the Material Handler I & II s. * Have ... Ability to lead change in a team environment. Ability to maintain confidentiality. * Collaborative ...

TEMPO INC

Material Handler

Irving, TX

$15 - $16.25/hr

Collaborate with Lead Material Handler and field crews to meet job requirements. * Maintain warehouse cleanliness, organization, and safety standards. * Help train and mentor Material Handler Levels ...

TrueNorth Steel

Material Handler Team Lead

Huron, SD · On-site

$25.44 - $30/hr

Material Handler Team Lead SHIFT: Monday - Thursday, 6:00 am - 4:30 pm (Frequent Overtime on Fridays, 4-10 hours) PAY RATE: $25.44 - 30.00+ per hour (DOE) + Full Benefits Package LOCATION: Huron, SD ...

TEMPO INC

Material Handler

Irving, TX · On-site

$15 - $16.25/hr

Collaborate with Lead Material Handler and field crews to meet job requirements. * Maintain warehouse cleanliness, organization, and safety standards. * Help train and mentor Material Handler Levels ...

Johnson Controls

Team Lead Material Handler

Largo, FL

$25.76/hr

All of the responsibilities and functions as detailed in the Material Handler I & II s. * Have ... Ability to lead change in a team environment. Ability to maintain confidentiality. * Collaborative ...

Talent Corps

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Material Management Coordinator/Material Handler

Dallas, TX · On-site

$25 - $30/hr

We are hiring for two positions: * 1 Lead Material Management Coordinator - Responsible for directing material operations and overseeing inventory management. * 1 Material Handler Assistant ...

TalentMovers

Material Handler

Pontiac, IL · On-site

$15/hr

This is an entry-level, hands-on role in an industrial manufacturing environment with opportunities for long-term growth after conversion to full-time. Position: Press Material Handler / Bindery ...

Tesla

Lead Material Handler, Cathode Materials

Austin, TX · On-site

$16.50 - $20/hr

What to Expect As a Lead Material Handler, you will oversee and support day-to-day operations in Tesla's warehouse and production environments, ensuring smooth material flow and inventory accuracy.

TalentMovers

Material Handler

Pontiac, IL

$15/hr

Press Material Handler / Bindery Material Handler Department: Pressroom Location: Pontiac, IL Pay ... This is an entry-level, hands-on role in an industrial manufacturing environment with opportunities ...

TalentMovers

Material Handler

Pontiac, IL · On-site

$15/hr

Press Material Handler / Bindery Material Handler Department: Pressroom Location: Pontiac, IL Pay ... This is an entry-level, hands-on role in an industrial manufacturing environment with opportunities ...

Viatris

Lead Material Handler 4th Shift

Saint Albans, VT · On-site

$37K - $80K/yr

Every day, we rise to the challenge to make a difference and here's how the Lead Material Handler role will make an impact: Key responsibilities for this role include: * Verify quantities shipped or ...

Viatris

Lead Material Handler 4th Shift

Saint Albans, VT · On-site

$37K - $80K/yr

Every day, we rise to the challenge to make a difference and here's how the Lead Material Handler role will make an impact: Key responsibilities for this role include: * Verify quantities shipped or ...

Viatris

Lead Material Handler 4th Shift

Saint Albans, VT

$37K - $80K/yr

Every day, we rise to the challenge to make a difference and here's how the Lead Material Handler role will make an impact: Key responsibilities for this role include: * Verify quantities shipped or ...

INA Solution Inc

Material handler

Westwood, MA · On-site

$18.75 - $22.75/hr

Lift up to 25 lbs (assistance available when required) Qualifications * Entry-level opportunity ... Onsite interview with Hiring Manager and Team Lead Key Notes * Role includes stockroom ...

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As of Jun 23, 2026, the average hourly pay for entry level lead material handler in the United States is $18.21, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.11 and $19.47 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Entry Level Lead Material Handler vs Material Handler?

AspectEntry Level Lead Material HandlerMaterial Handler
CredentialsHigh school diploma; some roles may require forklift certificationHigh school diploma or equivalent; forklift certification often preferred
Work EnvironmentWarehouse, manufacturing, distribution centers with team leadership dutiesWarehouse, distribution centers, manufacturing facilities
ResponsibilitiesSupervising team, coordinating material movement, assisting with inventoryMoving, storing, and organizing materials, operating equipment

The Entry Level Lead Material Handler typically has additional responsibilities such as supervising team members and coordinating material flow, whereas a Material Handler primarily focuses on moving and organizing materials. Both roles require similar certifications and work in comparable environments, but the lead position involves more oversight and coordination tasks.

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Team Lead Material Handler

Team Lead Material Handler

Johnson Controls

Largo, FL

$25.76/hr

Full-time

Posted 13 days ago

Johnson Controls rating

8.0

Company rating: 8.0 out of 10

Based on 386 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

133rd of 519 rated manufacturers

Job description

Team Leader, 2nd Shift
Shift: 2nd Shift
Location: Largo, FL
Pay: $25.76
Are you a hands-on leader with a passion for driving results and empowering teams? Join our dynamic manufacturing environment where your leadership will directly impact safety, quality, and productivity. We're looking for a motivated Team Lead to guide our assembly operations and inspire excellence every day.
Under direction of the Warehouse Supervisor, this position is a resource to provide direction regarding processes, procedures and information within the warehouse. Accountable for the team's overall safety, quality, productivity, performance, customer service and process improvements. Works closely with other department team leads and management to ensure daily objectives are met with assigned team. This employee will maintain the materials in the warehouse in an organized fashion with part numbers on all product, pull and stage jobs as assigned per the production schedule. Inventory accuracy is the highest priority for this role except for safety which is the only activity that outweighs accuracy
What You'll Do
As a key player in our plant operations, you'll:
  • Lead and Inspire: Assign tasks, coach team members, and foster a high-performance culture.
  • Drive Results: Ensure goals in safety, quality, delivery, and productivity are met or exceeded.
  • Optimize Workflow: Adjust work assignments based on priorities and availability, ensuring smooth operations.
  • Support Your Team: Provide tools, materials, and guidance to help your team succeed.
  • Champion Safety & Quality: Conduct audits, enforce PPE use, and maintain high standards.
  • Problem-Solve Proactively: Tackle challenges with urgency and ownership, escalating when needed.
  • Maintain Excellence: Uphold 5S standards and ensure proper housekeeping in all work areas.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES:
  • All of the responsibilities and functions as detailed in the Material Handler I & II job descriptions.
  • Have complete familiarity of all job functions in Receiving and Warehouse operations.
  • Trained and certified in the use of all of the Material Handling equipment throughout the manufacturing operation including forklifts, pallet jacks, reach trucks, stand-ups, etc.
  • Able to access the ERP system and perform inventory transactions and inquiries within the system.
  • Utilizing the ERP system, determine by part number, quantity of material on hand by location.
  • Able to research inventory discrepancies by reviewing transaction history of material movement.
  • Understands how and why the Quarantine location exists and how to use it.
  • Is a steward of all safety rules, regulations and guidelines.

  • Assist WH Supervisor to oversee all activities and processes related to parts packing including pre-packing, crating, staging and kitting. Ensure all parts are adequately packed and labeled.
  • Assist outside departments with resolving issues or potential issues that are related to material availability and accuracy.
  • Ability to train new employees.
  • Maintain good housekeeping in all areas of responsibility.

REQUIREMENTS:
  • Requires a high school diploma/GED. Some training and/or supervisory experience highly desired.
  • Excellent communication & interpersonal skills. Ability to lead change in a team environment. Ability to maintain confidentiality.
  • Collaborative style as well as the ability to work cross functionally.
  • Previous warehouse experience is required.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Suite Applications (Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint) as well as Internet software and E-mail is required.

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Ability to work in a noisy, dusty, industrial/manufacturing environment with some exposure to non-toxic irritants Ability to work with machinery and moving parts Ability to operate forklift, pallet jack, stand-up, etc. Ability to work with moving vehicles, ladders/ Ability to work at heights Ability to properly lift/carry/push/pull/manipulate/transport up to 25 lbs. Ability to occasionally lift up to 50 lbs, and frequently lift up to 40 lbs Ability to work in a non-climate controlled environment Ability to work in repetitive motions and pressure involving fingers, hands, and wrists The work requires some physical exertion such as long periods of standing or walking over hard concrete surface Exposure to recurring bending, crouching, stooping, kneeling, sitting, climbing, stretching, reaching, or similar activities Ability to read, write, speak and communicate in the English Language
Why Join Us?
  • Be part of a collaborative and supportive team
  • Make a real impact on production and team success
  • Grow your leadership skills in a fast-paced environment

HIRING HOURLY RANGE: $25.76 (Hourly rate to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, location and alignment with market data.) This position includes a competitive benefits package. For details, please visit the About Us tab on the Johnson Controls Careers site at https://jobs.johnsoncontrols.com/about-us
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Johnson Controls International plc. is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a qualified individual with a disability or any other characteristic protected by law. To view more information about your equal opportunity and non-discrimination rights as a candidate, visit EEO is the Law. If you are an individual with a disability and you require an accommodation during the application process, please visit here.

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Johnson Controls is a world leader in smart buildings, creating safe, healthy and sustainable spaces. For nearly 140 years, we’ve made buildings better and now we’re transforming them again with our award-winning digital technologies and services. We’re using artificial intelligence and data driven solutions to give you deeper insight into your building’s health, sustainability and performance. It’s changing the way we design, operate and maintain indoor environments and driving to a new era of autonomous buildings. We deliver the blueprint of the future for industries such as healthcare, schools, data centers, airports, stadiums, hotels, manufacturing and beyond through OpenBlue, our comprehensive suite of connected solutions. Johnson Controls offers the world’s largest portfolio of building technology, software and services. Supported by a team of more than 100,000 dedicated employees working across 150 countries, we’re helping customers achieve their sustainability goals and power their mission.

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Machinery manufacturing, water transportation, public safety statistics centers and offices and manufacturing

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Milwaukee, WI, US

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