Material Handler (Fabricator Support)

Contractor General; Columbia Township (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

PTO

401(k)TO

401(k) with match

ongoing training and development

Job summary

Contractor General in Missouri is seeking an experienced Fabricator II / Material Handler to operate rebar cutting and bending equipment, read cut lists, and manage material flow on the shop floor. You will support junior fabricators, supervise yard operations, and help ensure on-time delivery by maintaining quality, housekeeping, and safety standards in a busy production environment.

This role requires lifting 75 lbs+, forklift experience, and the ability to work independently with minimal

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in rebar fabrication, structural steel, or a related industrial production environment.
• Proficient operation of rebar cutting and bending equipment.
• Ability to read and execute cut lists, bend schedules, and basic structural drawings.
• Forklift certified or able to obtain certification; overhead crane experience a plus.
• Strong attention to detail — order accuracy and dimensional precision are critical in this role.
• Physical ability to lift 75+ lbs regularly and perform sustained physical work throughout a shift.
• Reliable, dependable, and able to work independently with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Independently operate rebar cutting and bending equipment to produce specification-compliant fabricated rebar.
• Read, interpret, and execute cut lists, bend schedules, and basic shop drawings.
• Verify finished pieces for dimensional accuracy and proper bend geometry before staging.
• Manage production priorities to meet daily order completion targets.
• Identify and communicate production issues, material shortages, or schedule conflicts to the supervisor.
• Receive and offload raw rebar stock; verify material grades, sizes, and quantities against purchase orders.
• Operate forklift, overhead crane, and other material handling equipment to move stock and finished goods.
• Maintain organized raw material storage - proper labeling, grade separation, and stock rotation.
• Stage and load finished fabrication orders for delivery; coordinate with the delivery team on timing.
• Assist with inventory counts, cycle counts, and discrepancy reporting.
• Perform first-piece and in-process checks against cut lists and bend schedules.
• Identify and quarantine non-conforming pieces; document and communicate quality issues.
• Ensure all outbound orders are correctly bundled, tagged, and match customer order documentation.
• Support continuous improvement efforts to reduce rework, scrap, and order errors.
• Provide on-the-job guidance and support to Fabricator I team members.
• Model safe equipment operation, PPE compliance, and shop housekeeping standards.
• Assist the supervisor with training new shop employees on equipment operation and procedures.
• Participate in safety inspections, incident reporting, and corrective action follow-up.

Skills

Rebar fabrication

Read shop drawings

Cut lists & bend schedules

Forklift operation

Quality control

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Rebar cutting & bending equipment

Rebar detailing software

Shop management systems

Job description

Contractor General is a full-service construction supply house and custom rebar fabrication operation. Our product mix includes concrete forming systems (ICF, steel-ply, wood forms), rebar in multiple grades, concrete accessories, drainage, sealers, hand tools, equipment rentals, and specialty construction and farm supply products. We fabricate custom cut-and-bend rebar with detailing capability and deliver direct to jobsites across our trade area. We are a Premiere Group company.

Position Summary

The Fabricator II / Material Handler is an experienced shop role that combines proficient rebar fabrication with broader material handling and yard responsibilities. This person operates cutting and bending equipment independently, reads and executes complex cut lists and bend schedules, supports junior fabricators, and plays a key role in managing raw material flow, finished goods staging, and yard organization. This is a production-critical position - the person in this role directly affects order accuracy, shop throughput, and on-time delivery performance.

Key Responsibilities

Fabrication Production

• Independently operate rebar cutting and bending equipment to produce specification-compliant fabricated rebar
• Read, interpret, and execute cut lists, bend schedules, and basic shop drawings
• Verify finished pieces for dimensional accuracy and proper bend geometry before staging
• Manage production priorities to meet daily order completion targets
• Identify and communicate production issues, material shortages, or schedule conflicts to the supervisor

Material Handling & Yard Operations

• Receive and offload raw rebar stock; verify material grades, sizes, and quantities against purchase orders
• Operate forklift, overhead crane, and other material handling equipment to move stock and finished goods
• Maintain organized raw material storage - proper labeling, grade separation, and stock rotation
• Stage and load finished fabrication orders for delivery; coordinate with the delivery team on timing
• Assist with inventory counts, cycle counts, and discrepancy reporting

Quality Control

• Perform first-piece and in-process checks against cut lists and bend schedules
• Identify and quarantine non-conforming pieces; document and communicate quality issues
• Ensure all outbound orders are correctly bundled, tagged, and match customer order documentation
• Support continuous improvement efforts to reduce rework, scrap, and order errors
• Provide on-the-job guidance and support to Fabricator I team members
• Model safe equipment operation, PPE compliance, and shop housekeeping standards
• Assist the supervisor with training new shop employees on equipment operation and procedures
• Participate in safety inspections, incident reporting, and corrective action follow-up

Qualifications

Required

• 2+ years of experience in rebar fabrication, structural steel, or a related industrial production environment
• Proficient operation of rebar cutting and bending equipment
• Ability to read and execute cut lists, bend schedules, and basic structural drawings
• Forklift certified or able to obtain certification; overhead crane experience a plus
• Strong attention to detail — order accuracy and dimensional precision are critical in this role
• Physical ability to lift 75+ lbs regularly and perform sustained physical work throughout a shift
• Reliable, dependable, and able to work independently with minimal supervision

Preferred

• Experience with rebar detailing software or shop management systems
• Familiarity with ASTM rebar grades (A615, A706) and standard bend types and hooks
• Prior experience mentoring or leading junior shop employees
• OSHA 10 or 30 certification
• High school diploma or GED; vocational training or apprenticeship a plus

Physical Requirements & Work Environment

Physically demanding industrial environment. This role requires regularly lifting 75+ lbs, operating heavy equipment, and working on your feet throughout a full shift. The shop environment includes noise, metal dust, and seasonal temperature variation. Full PPE is required at all times including steel-toed boots, safety glasses, gloves, and hearing protection.

Competitive compensation commensurate with experience.

• health/dental/vision
• PTO
• 401(k)TO
• 401(k) with match
• ongoing training and development