Material Handler- 1st Shift

Triple-S Steel; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in truck transportation is seeking a motivated Material Handler to support operations in Richmond, Virginia. This full-time role involves safely moving steel materials and maintaining equipment while adhering to safety protocols. Ideal candidates will have a strong work ethic, attention to detail, and the ability to work in various weather conditions.

Qualifications

• Ability to read work orders or receive oral instructions.
• Ability to meet or exceed productivity levels.
• Ability to organize work activities independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Safely move steel materials using various equipment.
• Lift and carry up to 50 pounds regularly.
• Maintain and operate assigned tools and equipment.

Skills

Attention to detail

Strong work ethic

Basic math skills

Customer relations skills

Job description

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Overview

We are seeking a motivated and reliable Material Handler to join our team. This role involves pulling, loading, and receiving steel materials to support our operations. The ideal candidate will have a strong work ethic, attention to detail, and a commitment to safety.

Responsibilities

• Follow Triple-S safe methods of work at all times, and immediately advise supervisor of any unsafe conditions.
• Safely and properly move steel to and from storage or production areas, loading docks, delivery vehicles, by hand, forklift, overhead crane or other equipment.
• Attach slings, hooks, or other devices to lift material and guide loads; climb onto vehicles to tie down and release material being loaded. This is continuous daily activity.
• Lift and carry up to 50 pounds for up to 25 feet to heights of 5 feet; exert 25 to 50 pounds of force frequently and/or 10 to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects, reach, squat, stand, walk up to 5 miles per day, climb stairs, ladders, and on equipment while wearing required personal protective equipment.
• Apply proper bundling techniques.
• Configure load based on planned route including multiple stops.
• Maximize load capacity on trailer without sacrificing safety.
• Maintain and safely operate all assigned tools and equipment, including tape measure, caliper, hammer, pallet trucks, banding machine, micrometer, beam hooks, plate lifting clamps, forklift, overhead crane, and PPE.
• Determine safety issues pertaining to equipment and promptly report them.
• Work indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions including precipitation, cold/heat, high wind, and turbulent conditions.
• Maintain spatial orientation and awareness to safely move around work environment with many moving objects.
• Judge distances to maintain awareness of ongoing work activities and equipment in the area.
• Attend all required company meetings.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Ability to correctly read work orders or receive oral instructions to determine work assignments or material/equipment needs.
• Ability to safely meet or exceed minimum productivity levels established by the Company.
• Ability to effectively plan and organize work activities independently and in a team.
• Ability to develop a good working knowledge of product and inventory control techniques and procedures.
• Ability to maintain ongoing inter-department communications related to routing, safety, and customer relations.
• Demonstrate basic math skills (add, subtract, multiply, divide).
• May be required to demonstrate strong customer relations skills.

Physical and Working Conditions

The physical demands include regularly lifting/moving up to 25 pounds and occasionally up to 40 pounds, with specific vision requirements. Work environment may involve exposure to moving mechanical parts, fumes, chemicals, and noise, both indoors and outdoors in various weather conditions. Reasonable accommodations are available for individuals with disabilities.

Disclaimer: This description provides a general overview and is not exhaustive of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Distribution and Supply Chain
• Industries: Truck Transportation