Material Handler

Manufacturing - Blacksburg, VA

Job Title

Material Handler

Job #

US19884

Requisition Type

Regular

Function

State/Province

Virginia

City

Blacksburg

Region

Posting Start Date

Feb-18-2026

Division Information

Located in Blacksburg, Virginia, we are the Pet Care unit of Spectrum Brands. Owners of dogs, cats, birds, small animals, fish and reptiles rely on our brands for exceptional value and trusted results. Our industry-leading brands include Tetra®, Instant Ocean®, Marineland®, 8-in-1®, Dingo®, FURminator®, Nature’s Miracle®, GloFish®, DreamBone® and SmartBones®.

Starting Pay: From $19.25 per hour

Available Shifts:

• Day Shift: Monday – Thursday | 6:30 AM – 5:00 PM
• Mid Shift: Monday – Thursday | 2:30 PM – 11:00 PM, Friday | 10:00 AM – 6:30 PM

Possible overtime on Fridays and Saturdays.

Attendance bonuses available
Employee product discounts

Comprehensive Benefits Package Includes:

• 12 Paid Holidays
• Paid Sick Time
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance (Anthem) — effective Day One
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Company-Paid Life Insurance
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• And more!

Job Summary

The Material Handler is responsible for performing general warehouse operations, including moving materials throughout the facility, picking customer orders, and loading/unloading trucks. This role operates forklifts and other material handling equipment and uses RF scanning technology to accurately track inventory within the SAP system.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Model Spectrum Brands Values: Ownership, Teamwork, and Agility.
• Support safety, quality, productivity, and continuous improvement efforts.
• Maintain a clean, safe work environment and follow all company policies.
• Perform accurate inventory transfers and documentation using RF scanners.
• Pick, stage, and coordinate customer orders with shipping/receiving.
• Assist with cycle counts and inventory audits.
• Operate forklifts, reach trucks, and other material handling equipment (as certified).
• Complete additional duties as assigned.

Education and Experience Profile

• High School diploma or GED required.
• 0-2 years of manufacturing experience.
• Experience with operating powered equipment.

Required Skills

• Computer skills for SAP transactions.
• Organizational skills to maintain paperwork and work documentation.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds with or without assistance.
• Must be available to work across multiple shifts.
• Must be able to stand or sit for extended periods.
• Must wear all prescribed PPE including, but not limited to hearing protection, safety glasses, respirator, and steel-toed shoes.

Work Environment

Working conditions are normal for a manufacturing environment.