Material Handler 1 - 3rd Shift

BlueScope Buildings North America, Inc.; Rainsville (AL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

BlueScope Buildings North America, Inc. is seeking a Material Handler 1 to operate forklifts and move materials within the plant and yard.

Under direct supervision, you will participate in loading and unloading activities, ensuring proper placement and documentation of materials to support production and shipping needs. The role emphasizes safety, accuracy, and efficiency, with responsibilities including basic data entry, material handling, and housekeeping to maintain a clean and organized work

Qualifications

• Minimum: High School diploma or equivalent, or attain ACT WorkKeys Assessment at certified job profile skill level
• Preferred: 3+ months of experience operating mobile equipment in a manufacturing or shipping environment
• Mobile equipment certification

Responsibilities

• Transport raw materials, supplies, products and/or finished goods to and from storage or production lines and place them in designated area.
• Actively participates in continuous improvement and corrective action activities.
• Completes all necessary paperwork and transactions, including scanning requirements.
• Perform housekeeping and other duties as assigned.

Skills

Forklift operations

Basic computer skills

Time management

Detail oriented

Good communication

Mobile equipment operations

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

ACT WorkKeys assessment

Tools

Forklift

Combi-lift

Side-loader

Computers

Scanners

Oracle ERP

Hand tools

Job description

Company Description

Company Description For over 100 years, BlueScope continues to build on our reputation of quality brands and products, leading technology and a customer-first spirit. Through our global brands, we are one of the largest manufacturers of building solutions in the world. Our diverse, bright and inspired workforce is committed to bettering the communities we serve through breakthrough thinking and innovations. Your goals, ideas and perspective can help shape our future - we look forward to hearing them!

Summary of Primary Purpose of the Position

Summarize in 2 to 4 sentences the primary function and value of the position. Under direct supervision, the Material Handler 1 operates forklifts or other mobile equipment to perform routine moving, staging, loading or unloading of materials, supplies or products within or near plant, yard, warehouse or work site.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

In addition to complying with all safety, environmental, quality, and core policies, and contributing to the company’s Zero Harm and Zero Defects commitment, the following briefly describes the 3 to 6 primary activities (not all activities) that are regularly performed, and the approximate percentage of time annually devoted to each (equals 100%).

• PercentTransports raw materials, supplies, products and/or finished goods to and from storage or production lines and places them in designated area80%
• Actively participates in continuous improvement and corrective action activities10%
• Completes all necessary paperwork and transactions, including scanning requirements5%
• Perform housekeeping,5‑S, and other duties as assigned5%

Key Measures

• Safety/Hazard Reporting and Safety Observations
• Attendance
• Productivity – Timely completion of customer orders
• Quality / Claims – Ensure accuracy in all job functions to avoid Quality Claims
• On Time Delivery – Ensure accuracy in all job functions to meet On Time Delivery expectations
• Conversion Costs – Effective and efficient use of company resources to reduce operations costs

Tools Required

• Required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as outlined in the role specific Job Safety Analysis
• Forklift, Combi‑lift, Side-loader, or other mobile equipment
• Computers
• Scanners, tablets, printers
• Oracle ERP
• Hand tools including, but not limited to, nail gun, banding equipment, hammer, saw, etc.

Education & Experience

• Minimum: High School diploma or equivalent, or attain ACT WorkKeys Assessment at certified job profile skill level
• Preferred: 3+ months of experience operating mobile equipment in a manufacturing or shipping environment Mobile equipment certification Skills & Competencies

Skills & Competencies

• Basic computer skills
• Time Management – prioritizing work to meet internal and/or external customer demands
• Detail Oriented – ensures accuracy of product and documentation to meet internal and/or external customer demands
• Good communication skills
• Mobile equipment operations skills

Working Conditions & Physical/Mental Demands

Indicate frequency for each activity: N (Never), R (Rarely), O (Occasionally), or F (Frequently) The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. (Please refer to Job Capability Analysis).

Frequency Customer Contact Extensive client contact, visibility, interaction, and exposure. May be required to host clients (existing or potential) and/or speak to senior level executives. R

Deadlines Work assignments are typically deadline driven F

Equipment Usage Computer usage may be required up to 90 percent of the time and include heavy periods of keyboarding, repetitive motion, and/or eye strain R

Equipment Usage May operate high cost equipment using cutting edge-technology; may operate equipment with safety hazards (e.g., sharp edges, heat, etc.) F

Equipment Usage Safety equipment or protective gear is required as necessary (e.g., insulated gloves, protective eye wear, hearing protection, safety belts, hard hat, fall restraint, arm guards, weld hood, safety shoes) F

Equipment Usage Will be required to utilize various hand-held tools and equipment (e.g., hammers, welders, saws, drill, drill press, cutting torches, hand trucks, etc.) F

Hazardous Chemicals May work with industrial products and chemicals and be exposed to hazardous chemicals, fumes, and/or airborne particles O

Hazardous Energy May be exposed to lethal stored energy sources including mechanical and up to 100 volts of electrical current F

Hearing Ability to distinguish sounds is required for safety purposes. Being hearing impaired may be life threatening in the environment. F

Physical Activity May be required to lift, carry, and/or move equipment/supplies weighing up to 50 pounds F

Physical Activity May be required to stand or walk up to 80 percent of the time, including long durations of standing or walking up to 8 to 10 hours daily F

Physical Activity Some work may be repetitive, which may include repetitive physical motion F

Physical Activity Use of hands and fingers required to pinch, pick, and feel objects, tools and/or controls F

Physical Activity Work requires continuous mental attention and high alertness F

Physical Activity Work requires physical activities such as bending, kneeling, crouching, pushing, pulling, reaching, crawling, climbing, balancing, reaching, etc., which may include the use of a step stool or ladder. F

Physical Environment May be exposed to adverse or hazardous conditions including, but not limited to, high-speed machinery and production equipment, work at heights, and/or near dust, fumes and gases F

Physical Environment May be exposed to excessive or loud noise where hearing protection is required F

Physical Environment Work takes place in extreme hot or cold temperatures F

Reading Significant reading in English required via Internet and/or bound volumes O

Sedentary Work Work may be sedentary or desk bound R

Speaking May be required to conduct presentations, facilitate training, and/or speak in front of large groups of people R

Speaking Required by telephone and/or in person F

Training & Certification Continuing education sessions and seminars may be required to maintain appropriate licensure, certifications, and level of technical proficiency. This may include completing programs that require passing scores on exams/exercises to maintain employment and/or vendor certifications. O

Travel - Away International travel may be required N

Travel - Away Overnight travel may be required up to 10 percent of the time R

Travel - Away Travel may include extended time at remote work locations R

Travel - Local Travel to other local business locations may be required and include driving a personal or company vehicle as necessary R

Vision Good close vision required for viewing paper copies and/or computer screens F

Vision Required to distinguish colors on monitoring equipment, paper copy, computer screen, or for safety purposes where vision impairment may be life threatening F

Work Hours May be required to work non-traditional business hours to accommodate various testing activities, implementations, conversions, projects, business contingencies, availability of work or resources, network or system application failures, etc. R

Work Hours May be required to work outside of normally scheduled hours as mandated by the client, project, and/or work load including overtime with minimal notification (e.g., evenings, weekends, and/or holidays) F

Work Hours On-call support may be required and may include 24x7 coverage N

Work Hours Scheduled work hours, including rotating shifts, may vary to support a 24x7 operation (e.g., early mornings, evenings, nights, weekends, holidays, etc.) F

* Activities performed less frequently may nevertheless be essential functions. The preceding job responsibilities and tasks were designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by associates in this job. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all job duties and responsibilities required of associates assigned to this job. Associates may be required to perform other duties as assigned. Additional job competencies, individual goals, and performance measurements are set at the department level.

Additional Information The preceding job responsibilities and tasks were designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by associates in this job. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all job duties and responsibilities required of associates assigned to this job. Associates may be required to perform other duties as assigned. Additional job competencies, individual goals, and performance measurements are set at the department level. The benefits are just as rewarding as the work at BlueScope. To support our goal, we offer a total compensation plan and an outstanding benefits package that includes health insurance, life insurance, short and long term disability, paid time off, and retirement.

EEO: Employer/M/F/Disabled/Protected Veteran BlueScope is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status, as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.

We are a global leader in metal coating and painting products for building and construction industries, providing vital components for houses, buildings, structures, vehicles and more. We have built a solid foundation for growth with a diverse portfolio of businesses in some of the largest and fastest growing economies of the world. We are headquartered in Australia, with our people and operations spread across North America, Australia, New Zealand, Pacific Islands and throughout Asia.