Material Handler

Global Power Components; West Allis (WI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Global Power Components, located in Milwaukee, WI, is seeking a Material Handler for on-site, 5-days-per-week work. The role supports production by reading blueprints, moving materials, and staging parts to meet project timelines.

The ideal candidate has 1–3 years in manufacturing, forklift certification preferred, and a strong safety mindset while working independently or as part of a team.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of manufacturing experience required.
• Forklift certification preferred.
• Ability to read blueprints to pick materials.
• Crucial decision-making and safety awareness.
• Fluent in English, both written and spoken.

Responsibilities

• Read blueprints to determine materials and timelines for projects.
• Move materials to work areas for production.
• Coordinate and stage materials quickly and safely.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Teamwork

Critical thinking

English fluency

Independent work

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift certification

Job description

Title

Material Handler

Company

Global Power Components - www.globalpowercomponents.com

Location

Milwaukee, WI (onsite 5-days/week)

Hire Type

Temp-to-Hire (3+ months)

Shift

• 1st Shift: 5am - 1:30pm CT (Monday to Friday) - eligible for OT
• 2nd Shift: 4pm - 12:30am CT (Monday to Friday) - eligible for OT

Overview

Global Power Components is a privately held, growing manufacturer of UL steel fuel tanks, trailers, large generator enclosures and modular metal enclosures for housing fully equipped electrical distribution and control equipment.

Global Power Components is a privately held, financially sound, growing manufacturer of UL heavy gauge steel fuel tanks, trailers, large generator enclosures, and modular metal enclosures for housing fully-equipped electrical distribution and control equipment.

Responsibilities

• Read blueprints to determine materials necessary for projects as well as timelines to prepare for projects.
• Move materials to work areas in preparation for building product.
• Coordinate and stage materials quickly and safely

Requirements

• 1-3 years' experience in a manufacturing environment
• Previous experience as a material handler is preferred
• Forklift certified preferred
• Ability to read blueprints to be able to pick appropriate materials
• Critical thinker who can make decisions and act on them
• Ability to follow instructions
• Possess ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Read, write and speak English fluently
• High school diploma or GED
• Must pass competency test and pre-employment physical and drug screen