Material Handler - 1st Shift

Northern Manufacturing Co.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Northern Manufacturing Co. is seeking a motivated individual for first shift (Mon–Fri, 6:00am–3:30pm) to join our stainless steel fabrication team. You will operate heavy equipment and coordinate with other operators to move materials safely and efficiently.

Responsibilities include supporting production, inventory tagging, and maintaining clean, organized work areas. A high school diploma and forklift experience are required, with prior fabrication facility exposure preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Prior forklift experience moving large parts required.
• Previous manufacturing/fabrication facility experience preferred.
• Basic math and measurement comprehension, and tape measure experience preferred.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently or within a collaborative environment.
• Strong team member, supporting coworkers within all departments.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment such as tow motor, COMBiLift, crane to move material and large components safely.
• Coordinate with laser and equipment operators to ensure correct material reaches machines.
• Assist outdoor material handlers and organize outside yard areas for easy access to materials.
• Prioritize daily work with supervision and stay updated on project schedule changes.
• Demonstrate urgency to prevent delays in project timelines.
• Assist with material inventory, tagging, and pulling the correct material.
• Keep work areas and storage yards clean and organized.
• Support other areas of the shop with general labor, breakout, assembly, etc.
• Abide by established safety policies and procedures.

Skills

Forklift operation

Attention to detail

Self-motivated

Team player

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Crane operation

Forklift

Tape measure

Job description

Description

Northern Manufacturing, a worldwide leader in stainless steel fabrication, is seeking a motivated and hard-working individual to join our team. First shift hours are Monday through Friday, 6:00am to 3:30pm.

Responsibilities

• Operate various heavy equipment, such as tow motor, COMBiLift, crane, etc., to move material and large components in a safe manner.
• Communicate with laser and equipment operators to ensure correct material is getting to the machines in an efficient manner to support production.
• Coordinate with outdoor material handlers to assist in the organization of assigned outside yard areas and to facilitate easy access to materials from indoor staging locations.
• Communicate regularly with supervisor to prioritize work each day, remaining up-to-date on changes to project schedules.
• Demonstrate a level of urgency in work, understanding that project timelines are impacted when materials are delayed.
• Assist with material inventory, tagging material, and pulling the correct material.
• Maintain clean and organized work areas and storage yards.
• Support other areas of the shop as requested, with duties such as general labor, breakout, assembly, etc.
• Abide by established safety policies and procedures.

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. Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. when required. While performing the duties of the job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, climb ladders and reach with hands and arms. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

At Northern Manufacturing Co., we’re committed to building a safe, inclusive, and high-performing workplace. As part of our hiring process, all final candidates are required to complete a pre-employment background check and drug screening. These checks may include verification of employment and education history, criminal records, and other job-related information. Background checks are conducted in accordance with applicable laws, including the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA), and only with the candidate’s written consent.

Northern Manufacturing Co. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

We appreciate your interest in joining our team and look forward to learning more about you!

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Prior forklift experience moving large parts required.
• Previous manufacturing/fabrication facility experience preferred.
• Basic math and measurement comprehension, and tape measure experience preferred.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently or within a collaborative environment.
• Strong team member, supporting coworkers within all departments.