Material Handler

Steel Craft Corp; United States; On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Health insurance

401(k) plan with employer match

Parental leave

Wellness incentives

Differed discount programs

Job summary

Steel Craft Corp. is seeking a Material Handler to move and organize materials, ensure timely delivery to production areas, and maintain accurate inventory records in a dynamic manufacturing environment.

The role requires operating forklifts and pallet jacks, storing materials safely, and coordinating with production teams to avoid delays. Candidates should have 1+ year in warehousing or manufacturing and basic math skills.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1+ year of experience in a warehouse or manufacturing environment.
• Experience with forklifts, pallet jacks, and other material handling equipment.
• Strong understanding of material handling practices in manufacturing.
• Ability to safely handle and store metal materials, chemicals, and coatings.
• Basic math and measurement skills to assist with material preparation and stock counts.
• Knowledge of safety regulations and procedures for hazardous materials.
• Ability to operate inventory management systems and maintain accurate records.

Responsibilities

• Transport and move raw materials to designated production areas.
• Load and unload materials from trucks and handling equipment.
• Safely store materials with proper labeling and organization.
• Maintain accurate material records and assist with stock counts.
• Deliver materials to production lines per schedules; prep materials as needed.
• Inspect materials for quality and compliance before use.

Skills

Forklift operation

Pallet jack operation

Inventory control

Safety compliance

Math/measurement skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Inventory management systems (ERP)

Job description

Join the Steel Craft Team as a Material Handler!

Are you ready to be part of a dynamic team that takes pride in delivering high-quality products? Steel Craft is looking for a Material Handler to help keep our operations running smoothly! This role involves moving and organizing materials, ensuring timely delivery to production areas, and keeping accurate inventory records, all while maintaining high-quality standards.

Why Choose Steel Craft?

Benefits

• - Opportunities for career growth and advancement
• - Competitive compensation and benefits package
• Paid-Time Off: Vacation, PTO / Sick Leave, Shut-down Pay, Company Observed Paid Holidays, and a Paid Volunteer Day
• - Quarterly Incentive Bonus Plan
• - Over 85% employer paid medical insurance premium, plans with low deductibles, and wellness incentives
• - Health Savings Account company annual contributions
• - Company paid Life, AD&D, Short-Term Disability, Employee Assistance Program, and more
• - Low cost Dental, Vision, Voluntary Life, Long-Term Disability, Accident Insurance, Critical Illness, Hospital Insurance coverage
• - A competitive 401(K) Plan with a maximum 4% employer contribution match
• - Paid Parental Leave (Maternity/Paternity)
• - Discounted Day Care Assistance
• - Pet Insurance
• - Identify Theft Insurance
• - Corporate Discount Program
• - Fun and engaging employee activities, events, outings, and more

Position Details

• 2nd Shift | Monday - Thursday | 3:00pm - 1:00am
• Pay Range: Up to $25.00/hour (based upon experience, skill set, and shift)
• 2nd Shift Premium: $2.00/hour

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Material Handling & Storage

• Transport and move raw materials (metal sheets, coils, etc.) and coating supplies (paints, chemicals, etc.) to designated production areas.
• Load and unload materials from trucks, forklifts, and other handling equipment.
• Safely store materials in the warehouse, following proper stacking and storage protocols to prevent damage and ensure easy access.
• Ensure materials are labeled correctly and organized based on material types, batch numbers, or production needs.

Inventory Management

• Assist with inventory control by tracking material usage and ensuring that stock levels are accurate and up-to-date.
• Conduct regular stock counts and report any discrepancies or shortages to the Inventory Control Specialist or Warehouse Supervisor.
• Operate inventory management systems (e.g., ERP software) to update material movements.
• Maintain accurate records of incoming and outgoing materials, ensuring proper documentation for each transaction.

Production Support

• Ensure materials are delivered to production lines according to production schedules.
• Prepare materials for production by cutting, measuring, and mixing (if applicable) to meet manufacturing specifications.
• Coordinate with production teams to ensure they have the necessary materials available to avoid production delays.

Safety & Quality Control

• Follow all safety protocols related to handling, storing, and transporting materials, particularly hazardous substances like chemicals or coatings.
• Inspect materials for quality and compliance before they are moved to production areas.
• Report any damaged, expired, or defective materials to the supervisor and follow procedures for proper disposal or return.

Equipment Operation & Maintenance

• Operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and other material handling equipment safely and efficiently.
• Ensure equipment is properly maintained and reported for any necessary repairs or maintenance.
• Follow all manufacturer guidelines for handling and operating material handling equipment.

Collaboration & Communication

• Communicate effectively with warehouse, production, and quality control teams to ensure material needs are met.
• Report any production material shortages or delays that might impact the manufacturing process.
• Assist in maintaining an organized, clean, and safe work environment by following housekeeping procedures.

Other Duties as Assigned: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The employee may be required to perform other related duties as assigned to meet the ongoing needs of the organization. Responsibilities and tasks may be modified, expanded, or adjusted to reflect business needs or management requests.

Physical and Mental Demands

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee must frequently sit, stand, walk, and use hands to finger, handle, or operate objects, tools, or controls.
• Must be able to stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, and move between work areas.
• Regularly required to talk and listen, as well as climb, balance, and reach above shoulder level.
• Specific vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, color vision, and depth perception.
• The employee must be able to lift and or carry up to 50 lbs. frequently.
• Travel: Not Applicable

The mental and physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an individual to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

Working Environment

Work is performed in a manufacturing environment where loud noise exposure is regular and frequent. Additionally, there is a regular exposure on the production floor to dust, metal debris, changes in ambient temperature, and requires the use of appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an individual will encounter while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

We are committed to principals of equal employment opportunity and affirmative action. We do not discriminate based on gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law with regard to any employment practices (hiring, training, promotion, etc.) for all qualified employees and prospective employees.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications
Education: High school diploma or equivalent.

Experience and/or Training:
1+ year of experience in a warehouse or manufacturing environment, preferably in metal or coating production.
Experience with forklifts, pallet jacks, and other material handling equipment is preferred.
Strong understanding of material handling practices in a manufacturing setting.
Ability to safely handle and store metal materials, chemicals, and coatings.
Basic math and measurement skills to assist with material preparation and stock counts.
Knowledge of safety regulations and procedures, especially for hazardous materials.
Ability to operate inventory management systems and maintain accurate records.

Preferred Qualifications
Education
Experience and/or Training:

Physical and Mental Demands
While performing the duties of this job, the employee must frequently sit, stand, walk, and use hands to finger, handle, or operate objects, tools, or controls.
Must be able to stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, and move between work areas.
Regularly required to talk and listen, as well as climb, balance, and reach above shoulder level.
Specific vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, color vision, and depth perception.
The employee must be able to lift and or carry up to 50 lbs. frequently.
Travel: Not Applicable

The mental and physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an individual to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

Working Environment
Work is performed in a manufacturing environment where loud noise exposure is regular and frequent. Additionally, there is a regular exposure on the production floor to dust, metal debris, changes in ambient temperature, and requires the use of appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an individual will encounter while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.