Machine Helper

Paylocity

Midland, Northern (TX, KY)

Hybrid

USD 25,000 - 30,000

Full time

11 days ago
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Job summary

Paylocity is seeking a Material Handler in Midland, TX to prepare, organize, load, unload, and stage materials for production and shipment. You will work closely with production, shipping, and supervision to maintain workflow and inventory accuracy, handling steel grating products, structural materials, hardware, and accessories.

The role requires reading work orders, using forklifts and cranes, performing daily equipment inspections, and keeping shipping documents and packing lists up to date

Qualifications

  • High school diploma or GED required.
  • Experience in manufacturing, warehouse, shipping, or material handling preferred.
  • Ability to read and interpret work orders and shipping documents.
  • Basic math skills for production and shipping calculations.
  • Experience operating forklifts and cranes preferred.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to stand, walk, and lift up to 50 pounds throughout shift.

Responsibilities

  • Load and unload shipments using forklifts, cranes, and other equipment.
  • Prepare customer orders for shipment including bundling, tagging, staging, and packaging.
  • Verify orders for accuracy before, during, and after loading.
  • Assemble and package accessories for shipment.
  • Tag completed jobs and submit shipping paperwork to supervision.
  • Bundle and load trucks safely while maintaining production standards.
  • Operate saws and other equipment safely and effectively.
  • Receive incoming materials and place into inventory or storage locations.
  • Maintain accurate production, shipping, and inventory records and enter data into computer systems.
  • Maintain a clean, safe work environment and follow all safety policies.

Skills

Forklift operation
Crane operation
Communication
Reading work orders
Basic math
Physical stamina
Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklifts
Overhead cranes
Inventory software

Job description

Description
Position Overview:

The Material Handler is responsible for preparing, organizing, loading, unloading, and staging materials for production and shipment in a safe and efficient manner. This role supports manufacturing and shipping operations by handling steel grating products, structural materials, hardware, and accessories while ensuring accurate documentation and inventory control. The Material Handler works closely with production, shipping, and supervisory personnel to maintain workflow and meet operational goals.

Key Responsibilities (Essential Functions):
  • Load and unload incoming and outgoing shipments using forklifts, overhead cranes, and other material handling equipment
  • Prepare customer orders for shipment including bundling, tagging, staging, packaging, and securing materials
  • Verify orders for accuracy and completeness before, during, and after loading activities
  • Assemble and package accessories such as clips, nuts, bolts, nosing, and structural components for shipment
  • Tag completed jobs, complete shipping documentation, and submit paperwork to supervision
  • Bundle and load trucks efficiently while maintaining production and quality standards
  • Cut steel strip and angle materials for welding and fabrication operations
  • Operate saws, forklifts, overhead cranes, and other equipment safely and effectively
  • Receive incoming materials, inspect for accuracy, and place materials into inventory or designated storage locations
  • Complete daily inspections of forklifts, cranes, and other equipment and report equipment issues or malfunctions to supervision
  • Maintain accurate production, shipping, and inventory records including bills of lading and packing lists
  • Enter data into computer systems and organize shipping and production paperwork
  • Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment at all times
  • Follow all company safety policies, procedures, and safe work practices
  • Perform additional duties as assigned by supervision
Requirements
Qualifications and Requirements:
  • High school diploma or GED required
  • Previous manufacturing, warehouse, shipping, or material handling experience preferred
  • Ability to read and interpret work orders, shipping documents, technical instructions, and production paperwork
  • Basic math skills and ability to perform measurements and calculations related to production and shipping activities
  • Experience operating forklifts, overhead cranes, and other material handling equipment preferred
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to stand, walk, bend, lift, push, pull, and handle materials throughout the shift
  • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work in industrial plant environments with moving equipment and varying temperatures

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed and is not intended to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities.

IKG is committed to equal employment opportunity. We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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