Material Handler / Fork Truck Operator

McFarlanes'; Sauk City (WI); On-site; USD 19,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Group health

Health Savings Account

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life/disability ins.

401k with match

Paid Time Off

Holiday pay

Discount program

Employee assistance program

Company events

Job summary

McFarlane is seeking a material handler / forklift operator to load and unload structural steel parts and deliveries, and move materials to and from various work, receiving, or storage areas. You will provide production support by transporting material throughout the yard.

Responsibilities include loading/unloading steel inventory, moving inventory, stacking, securing loads, and ensuring safe transport. OT may be required; regular attendance is essential.

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
• 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 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 operation

Material handling

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Physical stamina

Education

HS Diploma or equivalent

Forklift certification

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

• 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
• 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.

• 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.