Material Handler

Unarco Material Handling; Springfield (TN); On-site; USD 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

UNARCO is hiring for a Material Handler on 2nd shift in Springfield, TN. You will move and handle materials, support production, and uphold safety standards in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

The role requires lifting up to 50 pounds, the ability to work 4:00 PM - 2:30 AM Monday-Thursday (with overtime and weekends as needed), and a high school diploma or GED. Join a team focused on quality and efficiency.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds repeatedly.
• Willingness to work 2nd shift and overtime/weekends.

Responsibilities

• Move and handle materials throughout the plant.
• Support production by meeting quality and safety standards.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area.
• Work with minimal supervision and learn multiple positions.
• Follow supervisor instructions and plant procedures.
• Assist with other duties as assigned.

Skills

Teamwork

Safety minded

Physical stamina

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: Springfield HQ - Springfield, TN 37172, Job Shift: Second Shift, Material Handler - 2nd Shift

Immediate Openings - 2nd Shift (4:00 PM - 2:30 AM, Monday-Thursday, Fridays as needed)

Important: This position is available only on 2nd shift. Applicants must be able to work the scheduled shift, as well as overtime and weekends when required.

Pre-Employment Requirements

• Background Check
• Drug Screen
• Physical and Lift Test

Pay Rate

Pay Rate: $19.30/hour, with the opportunity to earn up to $20.30/hour through scheduled increases:

• $18.80/hr starting pay rate per hour
• $19.30/hour after 480 hours worked
• $19.80/hour after 960 hours worked
• 2nd shift receives an additional $0.50/hour for 2nd Shift Differential

Position Summary

We are seeking dependable, safety-focused individuals to join our manufacturing team as Material Handlers. In this role, you will be responsible for moving and handling materials throughout the plant while supporting production operations, maintaining quality standards, and ensuring a safe, organized work environment. This position requires for the associate to be able to lift up to 50lbs of product at a consistent pace throughout the duration of the entire shift.

The ideal candidate is reliable, able to work independently, and capable of performing physically demanding work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Key Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds consistently throughout the duration of the scheduled shift
• Ability to work the assigned 2nd shift schedule (4:00 PM - 2:30 AM, Monday-Thursday)
• Willingness to work overtime and weekends as needed
• Ability to meet or exceed established production standards
• Team-oriented with a strong work ethic and attention to safety
• High School Diploma or GED required

Essential Responsibilities

• Move and handle materials throughout the manufacturing facility.
• Meet or exceed established production goals and standards.
• Follow instructions provided by supervisors and team leads.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Work effectively with minimal supervision.
• Learn and perform multiple positions within the department.
• Support departmental and plant objectives as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications: Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Ability to learn multiple job functions within the department.
• Dependable attendance and punctuality.
• Commitment to workplace safety and quality standards.
• Manufacturing or warehouse experience is preferred but not required.

Physical Requirements

• Frequently lift and move materials weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Stand and walk for extended periods.
• Use hands and fingers to handle materials and equipment.
• Reach, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, climb, and balance regularly.
• Possess sufficient vision capabilities, including close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

Work Environment

This position works in a manufacturing environment where employees are regularly exposed to typical plant conditions. Reasonable accommodations may be made for qualified individuals with disabilities.

The environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation(s) may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

UNARCO is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.