Material Handler & CDL Driver — Shipping, Forklift

United Performance Metals; South Windsor (CT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

United Performance Metals in South Windsor, CT is seeking a Material Handler with CDL to support shipping, receiving, and production. This on-site role requires careful handling, safety, and the ability to operate various material-moving equipment.

Responsibilities include organizing outbound shipments, packaging to specifications, maintaining inventory accuracy, and assisting with metal cutting operations. CDL is valued for occasional transportation.

Qualifications

• Experience in material handling, shipping/receiving, or warehouse operations.
• Ability to lift, move, and handle materials safely.
• Basic computer skills for inventory and transaction entry.
• Experience with metal cutting machinery or bandsaws is a plus.
• CDL is not required but valued for occasional transportation.

Responsibilities

• Organize the shipping floor and stage outbound shipments.
• Package materials according to company and customer specifications.
• Prepare orders for shipment, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
• Attach packing slips, certifications, and required documentation.
• Weigh and measure materials to verify shipping requirements.
• Return unprocessed or unused materials to inventory.
• Safely operate forklifts to move, load, and unload materials.
• Use lifting equipment such as hoists, pallet jacks, and cranes.
• Maintain accurate material transactions and location updates in the operating system.
• Set up and operate metal cutting machinery.
• Run bandsaws and other cutting equipment as needed.
• Track material movement and maintain accurate inventory records.
• Ensure proper labeling, documentation, and traceability of materials.
• Support cycle counts and inventory audits when required.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe shipping and production area.
• Perform housekeeping tasks including sweeping, debris removal, and general upkeep.

Skills

Material handling

Shipping/receiving

Forklift operation

Attention to detail

Basic computer skills

CDL valued

Tools

Forklift

Bandsaws

Crane

Hoists

Pallet jacks

Job description

United Performance Metals in South Windsor, CT is seeking a Material Handler with CDL to support shipping, receiving, and production. This on-site role requires careful handling, safety, and the ability to operate various material-moving equipment.

Responsibilities include organizing outbound shipments, packaging to specifications, maintaining inventory accuracy, and assisting with metal cutting operations. CDL is valued for occasional transportation.