About SJF Material Handling Inc.

Who We Are

SJF Material Handling provides warehouse services and material handling equipment solutions for businesses across the United States. Founded in 1979, the company has remained family-owned and operated to this day.

What began as a small material handling business has grown into a trusted resource for warehouse operations nationwide. While SJF remains a small, family-owned company by design, it brings a deep level of experience and is well regarded within the material handling industry.

Today, five Sterner family members are part of the team, helping guide the company's direction and day-to-day operations.

Our work focuses on practical warehouse improvements that support safety, efficiency, and long-term use.

SJF Material Handling Inc. leaders, Frank Sterner and Sam Sterner

SJF Material Handling Inc. overhead view

Real work. Real support.

We partner with customers who want straight answers, reliable solutions, and a team that pays attention to the details. Our work is built on experience, strong relationships, and doing what makes sense for the people we serve.

Warehouse Services and Project Support

SJF offers warehouse services for new facilities, expansions, and updates to existing operations, regardless of size. Our team works directly with customers to evaluate space, workflow, and equipment requirements before recommending solutions. These services are often combined as part of a larger warehouse project.

Material Handling and Warehouse Expertise

SJF Material Handling brings real-world experience in material handling and warehouse operations. Our internal sales team combines decades hands-on experience in material handling sales and warehouse design.

That experience supports every stage of a project, from evaluating space and equipment needs to planning layouts and selecting systems that fit day-to-day warehouse operations. Recommendations are based on real-world use, not standard layouts or assumptions.

New and Used Material Handling Equipment

In addition to services, SJF sells new, used, and reconditioned material handling equipment. Inventory includes pallet racking, cantilever rack systems, conveyors, safety products, case and carton flow rack, carts, dock equipment, and more.

We also buy used material handling equipment. Businesses often work with SJF when relocating, downsizing, or replacing warehouse systems. Equipment is reviewed based on condition and demand, with onsite inspections available in many cases.

Customer Reviews and Feedback

Customer feedback for SJF Material Handling is collected by third party review platforms, including Trustpilot and Google Reviews. These platforms independently gather reviews from verified customers.

SJF maintains a high overall rating on both platforms. Customer feedback plays an important role in how we evaluate our work. Reviews often reference communication, product knowledge, and service throughout warehouse projects and equipment purchases.

We actively review customer feedback and use it to identify areas for improvement, adjust processes, and strengthen how we support future projects.

Industry Insider Email Updates

SJF publishes a weekly email update called the Industry Insider. This email shares warehouse related topics, product updates, industry news, and information on new and used material handling equipment.

Subscribers use the Industry Insider to stay informed about warehouse services, equipment availability, and material handling topics relevant to daily operations. The email is sent weekly, and subscribers can opt in or unsubscribe at any time. To join our mailing list, sign up here

Industry Membership and Workplace Recognition

SJF is a member of the Material Handling Equipment Distributors Association (MHEDA), supporting industry education and standards.

We have also been recognized by Minnesota Business Magazine as one of the ‘100 Best Companies to Work For’ four times, based on employee feedback and workplace practices.