Material Handler (2nd shift)

MedStar Health; Southington (CT); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company is seeking a Material Handler for the 2nd Shift in Southington, CT. This role involves operating forklifts and managing material movement in the warehouse. Candidates should prioritize safety, have strong math skills, and a history of safe working practices. Attractive hourly wage with benefits offered.

Benefits

Competitive wages and bonuses

Paid Time Off

Employer-paid life insurance

401(k) Plan with employer matching

Free coffee and onsite gym

Qualifications

• Ability to read and understand English.
• Dependable, punctual, and team-oriented.
• Able to pass background check and drug screen.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate powered industrial vehicles such as forklifts.
• Organize pull tickets and retrieve materials from inventory.
• Record and report inventory discrepancies.

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety awareness

Basic math skills

Education

High school graduate or equivalent preferred

Job description

Position:
Material Handler (2nd shift)

Location:	45 Newell Street
Southington, CT

Job Id:
2025.04.17-09




# of Openings:
1

MATERIAL HANDLER

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

Southington, CT

$21.66-$24.89/HRLY & Bonuses

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

***This is a SAFETY SENSITIVE position: requires operating heavy machinery.***

• 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.


• 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 Holidays


• Employer-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!

Amenities!

• Free coffee


• Full onsite gym and locker rooms


• Billiard room


• Basketball court


• Outdoor patio and eating area

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.

EEO IS THE LAW

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.

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