Material Handler

Manpower; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and Prescription Drug Plans

Dental Plan

Supplemental Life Insurance

Short Term Disability Insurance

401(k)

Job summary

MPUSA is hiring a Material Handler in Huntsville, AL. You will support production activities across powder handling and calcining operations, ensuring accurate records and safe, efficient processes.

The role requires math skills, data entry ability, and certification in forklift and overhead crane usage. You will operate equipment, perform size analysis, assist with blending, and maintain a clean, compliant work area.

Qualifications

• Proficient math for time, weights and temps; record results accurately.
• Able to enter data into spreadsheets, databases and other systems.
• Willingness to follow written and verbal instructions with minimal supervision.
• Forklift and overhead crane certification required; experience with material handling equipment.

Responsibilities

• Assist with material handling and calcining operations, monitoring feed, rates and temperatures.
• Set up and operate rolls crushing systems, rotexes, magnetic separators and screens; operate mills and vibratory screeners.
• Conduct size analysis using sieves and test methods; record results accurately.
• Assist with batch blending by preparing mixers per instructions and tracking materials.
• Maintain a clean, safe work area and report unsafe conditions immediately.

Skills

Math skills

Data entry

Written instructions

Safety minded

Tools

Forklift certification

Overhead crane certification

Job description

Our client, MPUSA is seeking a Material Handler to join their team. As a Material Handler, you will be part of the manufacturing operations team supporting production activities across RZ gains and powders. The ideal candidate will have a strong commitment to safety, the ability to follow written and verbal instructions with minimal supervision, and the focus to maintain accurate records while supporting smooth, efficient production.

Job Title: Material Handler

Location: Huntsville, AL

Pay Range: $20.00 per hour

Shift: Days 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM

What's the Job?

• Support manufacturing by handling materials and assisting with calcining operations, including proper feed, rates, and temperatures while monitoring equipment.
• Perform product sizing and related setup/operation of rolls crushing systems, including rotexes, magnetic separators, and building screens; operate ball mills, attrition mills, and vibratory screeners.
• Conduct size analysis using sieves and testing tools (including sieves/ro-tap and wet sieve methods), calculating and recording results accurately.
• Assist with product blending by setting up and operating batch mixers according to prescribed mix instructions, ensuring correct identification and tracking of materials.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area by completing thorough cleanup each shift and reporting unsafe conditions or deviations from procedures immediately.

What's Needed?

• Ability to perform math skills needed to calculate time, weights, and temperatures, and to record results accurately.
• Computer knowledge and the ability to enter data into spreadsheets, databases, and other systems to track materials received, used in mix, shipments, and production data.
• Willingness to carry out written and verbal instructions with minimal supervision and to follow established procedures.
• Forklift and overhead crane certified required, along with experience using handling equipment for material movement and packaging.
• Ability to support material handling tasks including weighing, bagging, drum/bulk bag/paper bag packaging, and proper disposition of associated materials.

What's in it for me?

• Work in a hands-on manufacturing environment where your attention to detail directly supports production quality.
• Clear expectations and structured processes that help you succeed in safe, consistent operations.
• Opportunity to build practical skills across material handling, sampling, testing, and equipment operation.
• Support for accurate inventory tracking through disciplined documentation and data entry.
• A role centered on safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Upon completion of waiting period associates are eligible for:

• Medical and Prescription Drug Plans
• Dental Plan
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Short Term Disability Insurance
• 401(k)