Material Handler/Fork Truck Operator

Vance Airscoop; Sauk City (WI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Health Savings Account

Dental

Vision

Life/disability insurances

401k with match

Paid Time Off

Holiday Pay

Retail Service Center discount

Employee Assistance Program

company-sponsored events

Job summary

Vance Airscoop in Wisconsin seeks a material handler and fork truck operator to load, unload, and move structural steel parts within the Yard and Facility, supporting production and ensuring loads are secured during all transfers.

The role requires HS Diploma or equivalent, forklift certification or the ability to obtain it, a valid driver's license, good math skills, and effective verbal and written communication.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or Equivalent preferred.
• Forklift certified or ability to become certified.
• Possess proficient math skills.
• Possess a valid driver’s license (Fork truck requirement).
• Possess a responsible attitude.
• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to perform all operations within acceptable time standards; working efficiently, yet safely, as necessary.
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to solve practical problems.
• Ability to work OT, as needed.
• Ability to follow instructions and keep records.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload structural steel inventory and finished product.
• Move/maneuver inventory and finished product around Yard and throughout Facility.
• Stack and store steel inventory.
• Ensure loads are secure throughout handling and movement.
• Ensure loads to be transported are loaded properly and securely.
• Perform other related work as required.
• Work OT, as needed.
• Regular attendance is an essential function of this position.

Skills

Forklift certified

Math skills

Valid driver’s license

Effective communication

Safety conscious

OT capable

Record keeping

Multi-tasking

Education

HS Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

JOB SUMMARY:

The material handler / fork truck operator loads and unloads structural steel parts and deliveries, or moves them to and from various work, receiving or storage areas. Provides production support by moving material throughout Yard.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Under general supervision, performs routine fork truck and material moving responsibilities.

Specifically:

• Load and unload structural steel inventory and finished product.
• Move/maneuver inventory and finished product around Yard and throughout Facility.
• Stack and store steel inventory.
• Ensure loads are secure throughout handling and movement.
• Ensure loads to be transported are loaded properly and securely.
• Perform other related work as required.
• Work OT, as needed.
• Regular attendance is an essential function of this position.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE and SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS:

1. HS Diploma or Equivalent preferred.
2. Forklift certified or ability to become certified.
3. Possess proficient math skills.
4. Possess a valid driver’s license (Fork truck requirement).
5. Possess a responsible attitude.
6. Effective communication skills, both verbal and written.
7. Ability to perform all operations within acceptable time standards; working efficiently, yet safely, as necessary.
8. Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
9. Ability to solve practical problems.
10. Ability to work OT, as needed.
11. Ability to follow instructions and keep records.

SAFETY REQUIREMENTS:

Must be able to stand, bend, and twist throughout an entire shift; ability to sit for long stretches of time while driving a fork truck; ability to move in and out of fork truck. Able to lift 50 lbs. Must wear PPE while on the floor. Demonstrates accountability for all safety procedures. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Compensation based upon experience.

Full time employees are eligible to receive a competitive benefits package which includes the following:

• group health
• Health Savings Account
• dental
• vision
• life/disability insurances
• 401k with match
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Pay
• Retail Service Center discount
• Employee Assistance Program
• company-sponsored events

and more.