ASSEMBLY OPERATOR/MATERIAL HANDLER

100Hires, Inc.; Petersburg (VA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee stock awards

401(k) Match

Comprehensive Benefits

PTO 3 weeks + 11 holidays

Mon-Fri schedule

Job summary

Amsted Rail Petersburg is seeking an Assembly Operator/Material Handler to move materials, stage production, and support shipping. You will operate a ride-on forklift, wrap and crate finished goods, and verify specifications with gauges and reports.

The role emphasizes safety, quality, and timely material flow. Responsibilities include recording production data, keeping the area organized, and assisting engineers or maintenance as needed.

Qualifications

• Pass pre-employment drug and background screening.
• Ability to stand and move throughout shift.
• Prior industrial experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Move materials to staging areas and support production and shipping.
• Safely operate a ride-on forklift and follow loading procedures.
• Wrap, crate, label products for shipments and inspect conformance.
• Record production data and communicate issues to supervision.
• Keep work area clean and follow standard work instructions.

Skills

Forklift operation

Manual lifting 10-50 lbs

Quality inspection

Tools

PPE compliance

Inventory documentation systems

Job description

POSITION SUMMARYThe Assembly Operator/Material Handler will move materials, pallets, dies, tubs, baskets, and racks to various areas or machine locations with the department/facility. The material handler must also aid the in the crating of finished export pallets and other assembly operation functions. Assembly produces, inspects, and assembles precision bearing parts to meet the customer's expectations and Amsted Rail procedures and standards.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSTo accomplish this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily with or without accommodation.Adhere to plant-wide safety, ergonomics and environmental requirements defined by Amsted Rail; outlined by the Amsted Rail Health & Safety programMove materials in order to stage and support production work areas and shipping and receiving departmentsConduct daily inspection of, and safely operate, a ride-on forklift, following guidelines of Amsted RailFollow proper procedures and inspections for safe loading of trailersScan parts and materials for inventory and use computer and paper checklists to document, track, and communicate material movementAssist in wrapping, crating, labeling of product for shipmentsVerify conformance to specifications, using reports or gauges, in accordance with the departmental quality planCheck condition of work for defectsRecord production run information in the company computer systemUnderstand operational sequences and dimensions of finished work piecesKeep work area clean and organized following standard work instructionsNotify supervisors, engineering, or maintenance personnel regarding production problems and assist in identifying and correcting problemsPerform other duties as assigned by leads, supervisors, and managersTo be considered a candidate must be able to meet the following qualifications:Successfully pass a pre-employment drug & background screeningLift, push & pull 10 to 50 lbs.Wear department required, employer provided, personal protection equipment (PPE)Be able to regularly stand and move throughout the department and shiftPrior industrial experience a plusWhy Choose Amsted Rail Petersburg?Employee Ownership: Annual stock awards (10% of compensation)401(k) Match: Up to 4% dollar-for-dollarComprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, HSA with company contributions, life insurance, disability coverage, and pet insurance available after 30 daysCompetitive Pay: Competitive hourly rate considering prior experience, plus annual bonus eligibility potentialCareer Growth: On the job training, pay for skill and advancement opportunitiesWork-Life Balance: Paid Time Off (PTO) starting at 3 weeks of PTO, 11 paid holidays, Monday - Friday schedule (11:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.)Additional Offerings: Tuition Reimbursement, Referral Bonuses, Employee Discount ProgramsAmsted Rail’s commitment to Affirmative Action:Amsted Rail is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.To review our EEO Policies or to request assistance please go to www.amstedrail.com/careers/ and select EEO Compliance/Statements. To learn more about us, please visit us online at www.amstedrail.com.#ff-dd-ov