Logistics Operator 1

Gerdau; Midlothian (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the logistics sector is seeking a material handler to move finished products from the rolling mill to staging. The role requires operating heavy equipment and performing inventory checks. Candidates should have a high school diploma and relevant training. This position emphasizes safety and routine material handling tasks, contributing to the operational efficiency of the logistics team.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years manufacturing experience is preferred.
• Must have completed forklift certification.
• Ability to operate mobile equipment effectively.

Responsibilities

• Move finished products using mobile equipment.
• Perform inventory checks and ensure quality.
• Maintain equipment and follow safety guidelines.

Skills

Attention to detail

Material handling

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Forklift certification

Electric overhead crane training

Tools

Mobile equipment

Forklifts

Job description

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Move finished product from rolling mill to staging area for outbound shipments with the use of mobile or material handling equipment. Assist in a variety of functions related to the Logistics Department including inventory and quality checks.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform a variety of tasks, which are routine in nature, and which require exercising care in the operation of mobile equipment, handling materials safely, and loading appropriate products in designated areas.
• Transfer stacked and bundled materials from end of rolling mill finishing operations to stock area:
• Store materials according to product, grade, size, and heat number.
• Rotate warehouse stock materials to make room for new product
• Communicate material locations for inventory accuracy.
• Operate material handling equipment to lift, move, and position product.
• Observe items for conformity regarding product size, type, and length. Looks for quality issues that can be detected with the visible eye and reports issue to the Quality department.
• Assist in physical inventory counts and daily inventory spot checks.
• Perform other duties and work assignments as required and directed. This position may be required to help and fill for other Logistics positions and job duties on a temporary basis.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Ensure daily preventative maintenance is performed on vehicles and mobile equipment, which may include fueling, cleaning, and checking/adding fluids as needed.
• Follow all PPE requirements and safety rules/guidelines for all tasks being performed.
• Assist in training of coworkers as needed.
• Execute general 5S activities in the work area.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Education/Experience:

• High school diploma or GED.
• Completed Gerdau forklift certification training and electric overhead crane training.

1-2 years manufacturing experience is preferred.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to climb stairs, climb ladders, reach, squat, tolerate prolonged standing or walking, balance, bend from trunk, operate mobile equipment, crawl, kneel, push, and pull objects.
• Ability to frequently lift objects up to 15 lbs. and dunnage up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to frequently mount and dismount forklifts and cranes.
• Have passed an “applicable fit for duty” exam.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.

Gerdau believes in equal employment opportunity related to all employees and applicants for employment. It is the policy of Gerdau that there will be no discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, marital status, sex, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status. All external applicants must be legally eligible to immediately work in the country of hire without current or future sponsorship.

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Nearest Secondary Market: Fort Worth