Material Handler

Ball Aerospace; City of Saratoga Springs (NY); On-site; USD 31,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Ball Corporation in Saratoga Springs, NY is seeking a Material Handler to join an on-site production crew. You will follow 5S standards and safety procedures while observing SOPs for your area.

Responsibilities include operating a forklift, coordinating materials (raw materials, scrap, finished goods, packaging), communicating with vendors and drivers, inspecting aluminium to meet quality requirements, and building cooperative team relationships with integrity.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or education equivalent.
• 1 year of work experience in an industrial environment.

Responsibilities

• Follow all 5S standards and safety practices and policies.
• Operate forklift and coordinate materials including raw materials, scrap, finished goods, packaging materials and other supplies.
• Communicate effectively with vendors, delivery drivers, and customers.
• Inspect aluminium for proper quality standards and customer specifications.
• Build positive relationships across designated team through collaboration and integrity.

Skills

Industrial experience

Education

High School Diploma or education equivalent

Tools

JD Edwards

AS900

Job description

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Material Handler

Company: Ball Corporation

Location: Saratoga Springs, NY, US, 12866

Date: Sep 30, 2026

Job Category: Manufacturing/ Operations

Req. ID: 50862

At Ball, integrity and trust are the foundation of who we are. Guided by our core values —"We Care. We Work. We Win."— we create a culture where every voice matters, and every idea drives progress.

Together with our global employees, customers, and partners, we’re turning bold sustainability goals into reality and shaping a future we can all be proud of.

PositionOverview:

Asa Material Handler ,you’reamember ofan assigned production crew, reporting tothe Plant Warehouse Supervisor.You will contribute to the success of Ball byobservingoperating principles of all assigned equipment and standard operating procedures (SOPs) for your area of responsibility.

YourKey ResponsibilitiesInclude:

Follow all 5S standards and job safety practices and policies including but not limited to food safety; personal protective equipment; emergency procedures, etc.

Operate forklift and coordinate products including raw materials, scrap, finished goods, packaging materials, chemicals, and other supplies.

Effectively communicate with vendors, delivery drivers, and customers.

Inspect aluminium for proper quality standards and customer specifications.

Build positive relationships across designated team by effectively collaborating,

communicating, and upholding ethical integrity.

RequiredExperience& Skills:

High School Diploma or education equivalent.

1 year of work experience in an industrial environment.

Preferred Experience & Skills:

3 or more years ofoperation and maintenance of forklift.

Working knowledge of proper hazardous waste management.

Experience using JD Edwards, AS900, or similar warehouse or ERP system.

Physical Environment & Working Conditions:

May be subjecttoallofthe following, but not limited to:

Hot/Cold working conditions.

Standing and walking forprolonged periodsof time.

Climbing (stairs,catwalks, and other equipment as necessary).

Theprecedingposition description has been designed toindicatethe general nature and essential duties and responsibilities of work performed by employees within this position. It may notcontaina comprehensive list of all duties, responsibilities, and qualificationsrequired ofemployees in this position. All are subject to change at the discretion of Ball Corporation.

• Expected Hourly Pay Rate: $27.37
• This role will be eligible to participate in the annual incentive compensation plan.
• Please visit our \"Total Rewards\" page to learn more about Ball’s comprehensive benefits structure.
• Onsite Work Environment:This requires regular in-person engagement by working on-site. Travel and local commute between Ball locations and other possible non-Ball locations may be required.

Ball Corporation is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We actively encourage applications from everybody. All qualified job applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, aboriginality, genetic information, ancestry, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, veteran status, age, political affiliation or any other non-merit characteristic.

Please note the advertised job title might vary from the job title on the contract due to local job title structure and global HR systems.

• Under Colorado, California, Connecticut, Minnesota, and Pennsylvania law, you have the right to exclude or redact age-related details—such as your date of birth, school attendance dates, or graduation dates from your resume, cover letter, CV, or other supporting documents (e.g., transcripts, certificates).
• Legal authorization to work in the U.S. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visa, now or in the future, for this job opening.

* This position will be posted internally for a minimum of 5 days and will remain open until filled or adjusted based on the volume of applicants.