Lead Material Handler | Forklift Lead & Team Coach

Arcosa; Clinton (IL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Vacation

Sick Time

401k with Employer Match

Paid Holidays

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Training and Development

Job summary

Meyer Utility Structures in Clinton, IL is seeking a Lead Material Handler to supervise and perform daily material handling across the facility, yard, and worksite. You will lead a team of Material Handlers, train staff, and ensure materials flow meets production needs.

The role requires operating a 40-ton forklift and related equipment, strong safety focus, and clear communication to coordinate materials with production teams. Join a growing subsidiary of Arcosa, Inc.

Qualifications

• 4–6+ years of material handling, manufacturing, or industrial experience.
• Previous lead or team-lead experience preferred.
• Certified forklift operator and ability to read work orders.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate daily material handling activities to support safety, quality, and production objectives.
• Provide day-to-day direction, training, and support to Material Handlers.
• Coordinate material movement to ensure correct materials are available when needed.
• Monitor workflow and adjust activities to support production schedules.
• Perform Material Handler duties as needed (loading, unloading, staging, moving).
• Operate forklifts and other material handling equipment as required.
• Read work orders and follow instructions to identify materials and delivery locations.
• Support accurate inventory and material movement records.

Skills

Leadership

Material Handling

Forklift Operation

Safety Procedures

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

40-ton Forklift

Job description

Meyer Utility Structures in Clinton, IL is seeking a Lead Material Handler to supervise and perform daily material handling across the facility, yard, and worksite. You will lead a team of Material Handlers, train staff, and ensure materials flow meets production needs.

The role requires operating a 40-ton forklift and related equipment, strong safety focus, and clear communication to coordinate materials with production teams. Join a growing subsidiary of Arcosa, Inc.