Material Handler — 4‑Day Week + $1k Hiring Bonus

Standard Iron; Grand Island (NE); On-site; USD 57,308,000 - 80,231,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hiring bonus: $1,000

Competitive hourly wages

Quarterly profit sharing

Comprehensive medical, dental, vision,

Life Insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

80 hours of paid holidays

Employee referral bonus program

Career advancement opportunities

Cross-training and skill development

Safe, team-oriented culture

Job summary

Standard Iron in Grand Island, Nebraska, is hiring a dependable Material Handler to support Shipping/Receiving and Fabrication goals. You will move, stage, and supply materials to maintain smooth production flow and ensure parts are available when needed.

You will operate forklifts and other handling equipment, verify quantities against work orders, and help maintain organized, hazard‑free work areas. The role offers a second shift (Tue–Fri, 8:00 AM–6:30 PM, 4‑day week) with a $3/hour

Qualifications

• Previous material handling or manufacturing experience preferred.
• Experience operating forklifts or other material handling equipment is a plus.
• Ability to read and understand work orders, labels, and production documentation.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Ability to lift and move materials as required (up to 60 lbs.).
• Strong commitment to safety and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Move raw materials and finished parts to and from fabrication and profiling work areas.
• Supply production equipment with the appropriate materials according to work orders and schedules.
• Load and unload materials from trucks, racks, and storage areas.
• Stage materials for upcoming jobs to support efficient workflow.
• Operate material handling equipment such as forklifts, pallet jacks, or cranes (as required).
• Verify materials, quantities, and part numbers against work orders and production documentation.
• Maintain accurate inventory movement and assist with inventory control as needed.
• Keep work areas organized, clean, and free of safety hazards.
• Follow all safety procedures and properly use required personal protective equipment (PPE).

Skills

Material handling

Forklift operation

Work order reading

Attention to detail

Safety compliance

Teamwork

Tools

Pallet jack operation

Job description

Standard Iron in Grand Island, Nebraska, is hiring a dependable Material Handler to support Shipping/Receiving and Fabrication goals. You will move, stage, and supply materials to maintain smooth production flow and ensure parts are available when needed.

You will operate forklifts and other handling equipment, verify quantities against work orders, and help maintain organized, hazard‑free work areas. The role offers a second shift (Tue–Fri, 8:00 AM–6:30 PM, 4‑day week) with a $3/hour