Material Handler - Fabrication - 2nd shift

IES Infrastructure; Afton (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Competitive pay

401K plan with Employer Contribution

Paid time off

Company Paid Life Insurance

Medical Coverage

Dental and Vision Coverage

Disability Coverage

Insurance discounts

Job summary

Freeman Enclosure Systems in Batavia, Ohio is seeking a dependable Fabrication Material Handler to support our manufacturing team. The role focuses on the safe movement, handling, storage and distribution of raw materials, components, and finished products to ensure on-time production.

The ideal candidate has experience in warehouse, fabrication or manufacturing environments, with forklift experience and a strong commitment to safety and teamwork.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Experience in material handling, warehousing, fabrication, or manufacturing.
• Forklift experience strongly preferred.
• Experience operating pallet jacks and other material handling equipment is a plus.
• Experience handling steel, metal products, or other industrial materials is preferred.
• Ability to follow work instructions, safety procedures, and production schedules.

Responsibilities

• Receive, inspect, and organize incoming raw materials, parts, and components.
• Move and distribute materials to designated storage and production areas.
• Deliver materials to fabrication and production teams accurately and on time.
• Load and unload trucks using forklifts, pallet jacks, and other material handling equipment.
• Safely move steel, metal components, fabricated parts, and other manufacturing materials.
• Properly stage materials for production based on work orders and production schedules.
• Maintain organized storage areas to maximize space and accessibility.
• Verify materials and quantities before moving or delivering them to production.
• Assist with inventory organization and material tracking as needed.
• Follow safety policies, OSHA requirements, and established material-handling procedures.
• Work closely with fabrication, production, warehouse, and logistics teams.

Skills

Forklift operation

Pallet jack operation

Material handling

Safety procedures

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklifts

Pallet jacks

Material handling equipment

Job description

General Job Description

Fabrication Material Handler

Company: Freeman Enclosure SystemsLocation: Batavia, OhioPosition: Fabrication Material HandlerEmployment Type: Full-TimeSign-On Bonus: $2,500

Job Summary

Freeman Enclosure Systems is seeking a dependable and safety-focused Fabrication Material Handler to join our manufacturing team in Batavia, Ohio.

The Material Handler is responsible for the safe and efficient movement, handling, storage, and distribution of raw materials, components, and finished products throughout the facility. This position plays an important role in supporting production by ensuring materials are available when and where they are needed.

The ideal candidate will have experience working in a warehouse, fabrication, or manufacturing environment, be comfortable operating material handling equipment, and have a strong commitment to safety, organization, and teamwork.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities

• Receive, inspect, and organize incoming raw materials, parts, and components.
• Move and distribute materials to designated storage and production areas.
• Deliver materials to fabrication and production teams accurately and on time.
• Load and unload trucks using forklifts, pallet jacks, and other material handling equipment.
• Safely move steel, metal components, fabricated parts, and other manufacturing materials.
• Properly stage materials for production based on work orders and production schedules.
• Maintain organized storage areas to maximize available space and improve accessibility.
• Verify materials and quantities before moving or delivering them to production.
• Assist with inventory organization and material tracking as needed.
• Safely handle materials of various sizes, shapes, and weights.
• Follow proper procedures when handling hazardous materials or substances.
• Inspect material handling equipment before use and report any safety or maintenance concerns.
• Keep aisles, work areas, and storage locations clean and free of safety hazards.
• Follow all company safety policies, OSHA requirements, and established material-handling procedures.
• Work closely with fabrication, production, warehouse, and logistics teams to maintain an efficient workflow.
• Assist with other warehouse or production duties as assigned.

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Previous experience in material handling, warehousing, fabrication, or manufacturing preferred.
• Previous forklift experience strongly preferred.
• Experience operating pallet jacks and other material handling equipment is a plus.
• Experience handling steel, metal products, or other industrial materials is preferred.
• Ability to follow work instructions, safety procedures, and production schedules.

Specific Qualifications

Qualifications

Successful candidates should have:

• Strong understanding of safe material-handling practices.
• Ability to safely operate forklifts and other material handling equipment.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to accurately identify, stage, and deliver materials.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong communication skills.
• Dependable attendance and a strong work ethic.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Commitment to workplace safety and maintaining an organized work area.

Company Overview

IES is a national provider of industrial products and infrastructure services to a variety of end markets, including electrical, mechanical and communications contracting solutions for the commercial, industrial, residential and renewable energy markets. IES is publicly traded on NASDAQ under the symbol IESC. As of the end of IES’s 2025 fiscal year ending September 30, 2025, IES produced over $3.3 billion in revenue and employed over 10,200 employees at over 174 domestic locations across the United States.

Our commitment to our employees is reflected by our actions:

• Safety is Priority One – and our record shows it
• Competitive Pay
• Company 401K plan with Employer Contribution Match
• Company Paid Time Off
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Choice of Medical Coverage including Prescription and Short Term Disability Plan
• Choice of Dental and Vision Coverage
• Optional Long-term Disability, Critical Illness, Accident, Legal and Pet Coverage
• Auto and Home Insurance Discount Programs

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