Material Handler - 3rd Shift (Monday - Friday 12:00AM - 8:00AM) $23.46/hr. + 0.75 cents Shift D[...]

Atkore; New Bedford (MA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401k

Paid Time Off

Paid holidays

Leave under federal, state, or local L

Job summary

Atkore in New Bedford, MA is seeking a Material Handler for the 3rd shift (Mon-Fri 12:00 AM–8:00 AM). The role offers a starting wage of $23.46 per hour plus a $0.75/hour shift differential, with potential overtime and a comprehensive benefits package.

Location is 260 Duchaine Blvd, and the posting notes a $1,000 recruiting bonus. The ideal candidate has a high school diploma and 4–5 years of forklift operation, inventory control, and RF scanning experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 4–5 years of forklift operation, inventory control, and RF scanning experience.
• Ability to understand and follow English instructions; good attendance required.

Responsibilities

• Performs daily safety inspection of forklift and work area.
• Communicates with the previous shift.
• Operates a forklift following safety rules and procedures.
• Follow the maximum load limits, understand the center of gravity and its effects on load limits, and how to secure loads.
• Transports finished goods and raw materials to the designated areas.
• Loading and Unloading trailers properly, following inspection of all floors and walls of all incoming trailers before loading.

Skills

Forklift operation

RF scanning

Inventory control

English proficiency

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

RF Scanner hardware

Job description

Material Handler - 3rd Shift (Monday - Friday 12:00AM - 8:00AM) $23.46/hr. + 0.75 cents Shift Differential

Job Category: Manufacturing

Requisition Number: MATER013969

• Posted : August 20, 2026
• Full-Time

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New Bedford 260
260 Duchaine Blvd
New Bedford, MA 02745, USA

Material Handler - 3rd Shift (Monday - Friday 12:00AM - 8:00AM) $23.46/hr. + 0.75 cents Shift Differential

EARN UP TO A $1,000 RECRUITING BONUS ($500 AFTER 90 DAYS AND $500 AFTER 6 MONTHS)

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or equivalent. 4-5 years' experience in the operation of a forklift truck/inventory control/knowledge in using RF Scanner. Experience in lean manufacturing or a business system-based company is a plus.

What you'll do:

Material Handler Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Performs daily safety inspection of forklift and work area.
• Communicates with the previous shift.
• Operates a forklift following safety rules and procedures.
• Follow the maximum load limits, understand the center of gravity and its effects on load limits, and how to secure loads.
• Transports finished goods and raw materials to the designated areas.
• Loading and Unloading trailers properly, following inspection of all floors and walls of all incoming trailers before loading.
• Secure trailer wheel chocks, install glad hand locks, trailer jacks when appropriate, and complete the AFC Loading Dock Safety Sign Off Sheet.
• Turn in all finished goods inventory tickets.
• Ensure the wrapping area is clean and organized.
• Performs housekeeping of the machine and area.

What you'll bring:

• Proficient with all material handling and packaging devices, including forklifts and banding tools.
• The ability to understand and follow plant safety rules, such as wearing required PPE (safety glasses, earplugs, steel-toed shoes, and gloves)
• Able to prioritize tasks and anticipate needs to effectively manage time to accomplish all tasks.
• Ability to perform other related tasks as assigned.
• Must be able to understand, interpret, and carry out instructions in English.
• Good work ethic and good attendance are mandatory.
• 4-5 Years experience in forklift driving/ inventory control/RF Scanning

Within 3 Months, you'll:

• Have knowledge of the maximum load limits and understand the center of gravity and its effects on load limits, and how to secure loads.
• Transports finished goods and raw materials to the designated areas.
• Loading and Unloading trailers properly, following inspection of all floors and walls of all incoming trailers before loading.

As of the date of this posting, a good-faith estimate of the current pay for this position is $23.46/hr., plus a .75 cent an hour differential. Placement in the range depends on several factors, including, but not limited to, specific competencies, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, relevant experience, skills, seniority, performance, shift, travel requirements, and business or organizational needs, and may change over time. Other compensation may include, but is not limited to, overtime, shift differentials, bonuses, commissions, stock, and other incentives.

Benefits available include:

• Medical and dental insurance
• Life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• 401k
• Paid Time Off
• Paid holidays
• Any leave required under federal, state, or local law

Benefits are subject to vesting and eligibility requirements.

This position is subject to a collective bargaining agreement. In the event of a conflict between the agreement and this posting, the terms of the collective bargaining agreement will control.

Applications are being accepted on an ongoing basis.

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