Material Handler

Kobelco Aluminum Products and Extrusions; Bowling Green (KY); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual raises

Skills-based pay

Career advancement

Safety-first

Job summary

Kobelco Aluminum Products and Extrusions is seeking a dedicated Material Handler at our Bowling Green facility. You will operate forklifts and material-handling tools, support production by pulling and delivering items, and keep in-process inventory flowing smoothly.

We value safety, organization, and reliability. You’ll perform pre-use inspections, assist with minor repairs, and help maintain clean, orderly storage and production areas while staying physically active throughout shifts.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Basic English skills (read/write/speak).
• Strong organizational and time-management abilities.
• Ability to lift 50+ lbs regularly and manage physical tasks throughout the shift.
• Basic computer/data-entry skills, including Microsoft Excel.
• Commitment to safety and proper PPE use.

Responsibilities

• Operate Equipment: Safely operate forklifts and other material-handling tools to transport materials throughout the facility.
• Support Production: Pull, verify, and deliver materials listed on production orders to keep work centers running efficiently.
• Maintain Flow: Open, stage, and move materials to ensure in-process inventory stays on track.
• Equipment Care: Perform pre-use inspections and assist in minor repairs to keep equipment reliable.
• Stay Organized: Maintain accurate counts and help keep storage and production areas clean and orderly.

Skills

Basic English

Organizational skills

Time-management

Safety awareness

PPE use

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Location:

18 Kobe Way Bowling Green, KY 42101

Help keep our operations running smoothly by joining our team as a Material Handler. If you like staying active, working with equipment, and making a direct impact on daily production, this role is for you.

What we offer:

• Annual Raises of up to$1.00/hr every year!
• Skills-Based Pay:Earn as you learn an extra$0.50/hrper level (up to 4 levels).
• Career Advancement:We believe in promoting from within and helping you climb the ladder.
• Safety First: Weprioritize a safe, clean, anddrug-free workplacefor everyone.

What You’ll Do

• Operate Equipment: Safely operate forklifts and other material-handling tools to transport materials throughout the facility.
• Support Production: Pull, verify, and deliver materials listed on production orders to keep work centers running efficiently.
• Maintain Flow: Open, stage, and move materials to ensure in-process inventory stays on track.
• Equipment Care: Perform pre-use inspections and assist in minor repairs to keep equipment reliable.
• Stay Organized: Maintain accurate counts and help keep storage and production areas clean and orderly.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Basic English skills (read/write/speak).
• Strong organizational and time-management abilities.
• Ability to lift 50+ lbs regularly and manage physical tasks throughout the shift.
• Basic computer/data-entry skills, including Microsoft Excel.
• Commitment to safety and proper PPE use.

Kobelco Aluminum Products and Extrusions