Material Handler

Job Type: Full-Time;
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt;
Location: St. Gabriel, LA;
Hours: 7:00am - 3:30pm

Geo Surfaces, a Ten Cate Company
, is a leading provider of high-performance synthetic turf systems, running tracks, and specialty sports surfacing solutions. As part of Ten Cate Grass Americas, we deliver innovative, durable, and performance-driven construction solutions for schools, municipalities, universities, and private organizations across the region.

Ten Cate is a global leader in innovative and sustainable artificial turf systems and components, including yarns, backing, infill, shock pads, and sports lighting solutions. With vertically integrated capabilities across research, design, manufacturing, installation, and recycling, we are committed to quality, safety, and continuous improvement.

The Material Handler is responsible for ensuring the accurate and efficient movement of materials into and out of inventory. This role supports receiving, issuing, storage, and inventory control processes while maintaining accurate, real-time system transactions. The Material Handler plays a key role in maintaining inventory accuracy, operational efficiency, and a safe, organized warehouse environment.

• Monitor purchase order management reports to track incoming material POs.
• Perform three-way match verification (purchase order, packing slip, and invoice) for inventory received from local suppliers, foreign shipments, and shipping carriers.
• Report delivery discrepancies to Inventory Control and Procurement/Accounting teams promptly.
• Ensure all material purchase orders are accurately received in applicable inventory systems (e.g., Quick Books, Stampli).

• Monitor sales order requests and fulfillment reports.
• Assign open sales orders to warehouse personnel as needed.
• Verify all picked materials prior to shipment, including consolidation of pre-assembled items and packing slip verification.
• Oversee accurate packaging and preparation of orders for shipment.
• Update sales orders to reflect shipped status in tracking systems.
• Coordinate with Accounting to ensure timely invoicing of closed sales orders.

• Ensure all received stock is properly packaged and transferred to designated storage locations.
• Maintain accurate location tracking for items stored in multiple warehouse locations.
• Maintain organized, clean, and safe storage areas, including removal of empty boxes and proper bin replenishment.

• Assist with execution of cycle counts as directed by Inventory Specialist or Warehouse leadership.
• Ensure all count documentation is completed accurately and submitted timely.
• Support investigation and reconciliation of inventory variances as required.

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Previous warehouse, inventory, or material handling experience preferred.
• Experience with inventory management systems (e.g., Quick Books or similar ERP systems) preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to operate handheld scanning devices.
• Basic computer proficiency.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform physical warehouse tasks.
• Warehouse setting with frequent standing, walking, lifting, and material movement.
• May require use of forklifts or other warehouse equipment (training provided if applicable).
• Commitment to maintaining a safe work environment and adherence to all company safety policies and procedures.

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment background check and drug screening.

Geo Surfaces, a Ten Cate Company, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.