Material Handler (2nd Shift)

Yarde Metals, Inc.; Southington (CT); On-site; USD 31,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Profit-Sharing bonuses

Excellent medical coverage

Dental and vision insurance

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) plan with employer match

Onsite gym

Free coffee

Amenities: billiard room, basketball,外

Equitable retirement benefits

Job summary

Yarde Metals is hiring a Material Handler for the 2nd shift at our Southington, CT location. You will move material throughout the warehouse by operating a forklift, side loader and overhead crane, selecting material according to work orders.

Responsibilities include organizing pull tickets, retrieving material from inventory, transporting to saw locations, recording discrepancies and staging orders for shipping while maintaining safety and efficiency.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent preferred.
• Ability to read and understand English to follow work instructions.
• History of working safely and productively.
• Forklift operation experience strongly preferred.
• Basic math skills to convert decimals and fractions and to read tape measures and calipers.
• Dependable, punctual, and works well with others.
• Able to pass background check, drug screen, physical, meet physical requirements of the position.
• Ability to pass a human performance evaluation to meet physical requirements (lifting up to 70 lbs, pushing, pulling).
• Willingness to work required overtime.

Responsibilities

• SAFETY FIRST!
• Organize pull tickets by location and material type and retrieve material from inventory racks.
• Safely operate forklifts, side loaders, and overhead cranes.
• Measure material using calipers, micrometers, and tape measures.
• Transport and locate material into the inventory racks.
• Deliver material to designated saw locations for processing.
• Record and report inventory discrepancies.
• Conduct final inspections to ensure correct material for machine operators.
• Tag and return material drops from processed jobs to proper locations.
• Stage completed orders in shipping/loading zones for delivery.
• Prepare and dispose of scrap.
• Perform additional warehouse duties as directed by supervisor.

Skills

Forklift operation

Side loader

Overhead crane

Read English

Basic math

Teamwork

Dependable

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift

Side loader

Overhead crane

Job description

Material Handler (2nd Shift)

Join Yarde Metals -- Where Safety, Technology & Our Associate Matter.

Location: 45 Newell Street, Southington, CT

Job ID: 2026.10.09-06

Openings: 1

Shift: 2nd Shift (1:30 PM - 10:00 PM)

Salary: $22.29 - $24.22 /HRLY

Job Summary

Yarde Metals is looking for a material handler to join our operations team. A material handler moves material throughout the warehouse by safely operating a forklift, side loader, and overhead crane. The material handler selects material according to work order instructions.

Responsibilities

• SAFETY FIRST!
• Organize pull tickets according to location and material type and retrieve material from inventory racking system..
• Safely operate powered industrial vehicles (forklifts, side loaders, and overhead cranes).
• Measure material using calipers, micrometers, and tape measures.
• Transport and locate material into the inventory racking system.
• Deliver material to designated saw locations for processing.
• Record and report any inventory discrepancies.
• Conduct final inspections to ensure the correct material was pulled for machine operators.
• Tag and return material drops from processed jobs into appropriate locations.
• Stage completed orders in appropriate shipping and loading zones for delivery.
• Prepare and dispose of scrap.
• Perform additional warehouse duties as directed by supervisor.

Requirements & Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent preferred.
• Ability to read and understand English to follow work instructions.
• History of working safely and productively.
• Forklift operation experience strongly preferred.
• Basic math skills required to convert decimals and fractions and to accurately use and read tape measures and calipers.
• Dependable, punctual, and works well with others.
• Able to pass background check, drug screen, physical, meet physical requirements of the position.
  • Ability to pass a human performance evaluation to meet physical requirements of the job (lifting up to 70 lbs., pushing, pulling, etc.)
• Willingness to work required overtime.

Benefits

• Competitive wages and bonuses
• Two Profit-Sharing Bonus potentials!
• The BEST medical insurance coverage!
• Anthem plan with low co-pays, deductibles, and weekly contributions!
• Dental and vision insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Paid HolidaysEmployer-paid life insurance and disability insurances
• Flexible Spending and Health Saving Accounts
• 401(k) Plan with 100% employer matching contribution
• Job posting program for career growth opportunities with a great company!

WHY YARDE METALS?

Our associates are at the heart of everything we do. We believe that investing in our people, equipment and facilities creates a safer, stronger, and more successful operation.

• Operate modern, state-of-the-art equipment.
• Work in a company where safety comes first.
• Learn new skills and develop your career.
• Work with experienced teammates and supportive leaders.
• Be part of a team where your work and contributions are valued.
• Build a career with an established company that continues to invest in its associates and operations.

SAFETY. QUALITY. TEAMWORK. OPPORTUNITY.

If you're ready to build your skills, operate advanced equipment, and be part of a company that values its people, we want to hear from you.

Yarde Metals - Investing in our people. Investing in our future.

Amenities

• Free coffee
• Full onsite gym and locker rooms
• Billiard room
• Basketball court
• Outdoor patio and eating area

Equal Opportunity & Miscellaneous

Yarde Metals is an Equal Opportunity Employer

EEO/Disabled/Veterans.

Yarde Metals Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.

Export Control Compliance & ITAR

Yarde Metals, Inc. works with technologies and materials subject to U.S. Government Export Control Laws and regulations. Upon hire, individuals must be available for work and in compliance with ITAR 22 CFR 120-130. Yarde Metals, Inc. reserves the right to inquire further on any matter bearing on the company's export compliance obligations.

Drug Testing is a Condition of Employment

Yarde Metals is a federal sub-contractor and is required to comply with the Drug Free Workplace Act of 1988 and as a result, prohibits the use of marijuana.