MATERIAL HANDLER (2nd shift)

Owen Industries; Carter Lake (IA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life/AD&D and Disability coverage

401(k) with company match

PTO and 9 paid holidays

Wellness program

Job summary

Owen Industries, via its PVS Metals facility in Carter Lake, IA, seeks a Material Handler for the 2nd shift to plan, schedule, and document deliveries and keep shipping/receiving running smoothly. This 4-day week role (Mon–Thu, 3:00 PM–1:30 AM) offers a $2 shift differential, bringing the effective rate to $21–$23/hour, plus health, dental, vision, 401(k), PTO, and growth opportunities.

You’ll administer documentation, plan delivery sequences, communicate changes to Sales, and ensure

Qualifications

• Experience in shipping, receiving, material handling, or logistics in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong organizational and administrative skills with accurate documentation.
• Solid computer proficiency and data management ability.

Responsibilities

• Administer all shipping and receiving documentation accurately and on time.
• Plan and schedule delivery sequences taking truck capacities and customer priorities into account.
• Communicate schedule and delivery sequence changes to the Sales Department in a timely manner.
• Track and report on-time delivery performance data to support continuous improvement.
• Ensure compliance with ISO standards, DOT regulations, OSHA requirements, and company procedures.
• Assist in the development and training of other crew members.
• Represent PVS Metals in a professional and friendly manner with drivers, vendors, and internal teams.
• Support Continuous Improvement Programs and other company initiatives.
• Promote strong team spirit within the department and across departments.

Skills

Shipping & Receiving

Data management

Organizational skills

Communication

Team player

Problem solving

Physical stamina

Job description

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MATERIAL HANDLER (2nd shift)

Production Manual Labor PVS Metals SC, Carter Lake, IA, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 1265

Salary Range: $19.00 To $21.00 Hourly

PVS Metals (Owen Industries) – Carter Lake, IA (Near Downtown Omaha) | Mon–Thu, 3:00 PM – 1:30 AM

Keep Steel Moving. Your Mornings Are Always Free.

At PVS Metals, on-time delivery isn't just a goal — it's a commitment to every customer we serve. We're hiring a Material Handler for our 2nd shift team to plan, schedule, and document deliveries while keeping our shipping and receiving operations running accurately and efficiently.

This is an active, hands-on role that's critical to our production flow — and it comes with a shift differential on top of competitive base pay, a 4-day work week, and every morning and every Friday to yourself.

The Details

• Shift differential: +$2.00/hr — bringing your effective rate to $21–$23/hr
• Hours: Mon–Thu, 3:00 PM – 1:30 AM
• Schedule: 4-day work week — Fridays always off
• Your mornings are always free

What You'll Do

• Administer all shipping and receiving documentation accurately and on time
• Plan and schedule delivery sequences taking truck capacities and customer priorities into account
• Communicate schedule and delivery sequence changes to the Sales Department in a timely manner
• Track and report on-time delivery performance data to support continuous improvement
• Ensure compliance with ISO standards, DOT regulations, OSHA requirements, and company procedures
• Assist in the development and training of other crew members
• Represent PVS Metals in a professional and friendly manner with drivers, vendors, and internal teams
• Support Continuous Improvement Programs and other company initiatives
• Promote strong team spirit within the department and across departments

What We’re Looking For

• Experience in shipping, receiving, material handling, or logistics in a manufacturing environment
• Strong organizational and administrative skills — accurate documentation is a core part of this role
• Solid computer proficiency — you're comfortable entering and managing data
• Knowledge of DOT regulations is a plus
• Ability to lift and/or move items over 75 lbs frequently throughout the shift
• Physically capable of standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, and climbing throughout the shift
• Comfortable working in a non-climate-controlled environment with exposure to noise, fumes, and moving mechanical parts
• Strong communication skills — you interact with sales, production, and drivers regularly
• Reliable, responsible, and a genuine team player who supports those around them
• Problem-solver who takes ownership and follows through

What’s In It For You

• $21–$23/hr effective (base + shift differential)
• 4-day work week — Mon through Thu, every week
• Your mornings are always free
• Health, Dental & Vision insurance
• Life/AD&D and Disability coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• PTO and 9 paid holidays — accrual begins immediately
• Wellness program with premium incentives
• Opportunities for growth and advancement within Owen Industries
• A team-first environment where your reliability and contributions are valued

Benefits begin the 1st of the month after 30 days of employment.

Why PVS Metals?

PVS Metals is part of Owen Industries, a decades-long leader in the steel industry. We process steel with precision and pride, and our Material Handlers are a critical part of making sure our customers get what they need, when they need it. You'll work in a fast-paced environment alongside a team that takes quality and reliability seriously — and a company that invests in its people.

The organizational discipline, sense of responsibility, and team-first mindset you developed in service are exactly what we look for in this role. PVS Metals and Owen Industries are proud to be Veteran-friendly employers committed to supporting those who have served.

Owen is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs — without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.