Material Handler — Forklift & Crane (2nd/3rd Shift)

Heidtman Steel Products Inc; United States; On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Medical, vision, dental coverage

401(k) with company match

Disability and life insurance benefits

Tuition assistance

Health club reimbursement

Job summary

Heidtman Tubular Products is seeking dedicated production workers to join our Erie, MI team. Wages start at $20.51/hour and can reach $30/hour, with shift differentials up to $1.50/hour, for 2nd and 3rd shift positions.

Responsibilities include operating forklifts and overhead cranes, inspecting materials, and ensuring quality and safety in a fast-paced environment. Prior tube mill experience is preferred but not required.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a production or manufacturing environment.
• Proficient in operating forklifts and overhead cranes.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work collaboratively in a team.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Basic problem-solving skills to address production challenges.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
• Prior experience in steel processing industry is desired; prior tube mill experience is ideal.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklift and overhead crane to move, load, unload, and store finished goods and in-process materials.
• Verify and properly identify materials to ensure accuracy in production.
• Manage the storage and offline readiness of banding materials and tags for bundles.
• Conduct visual inspections to ensure the quality of products being produced for inventory.
• Actively participate in change-overs and set up bundles in accordance with packaging requirements.
• Communicate effectively with the Mill Operator regarding product quality.
• Participate actively during breakdowns and bottlenecks to maintain production flow.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Forklift operation

Overhead crane operation

Attention to detail

Team communication

Problem solving

Mechanical aptitude

Tools

Forklift

Overhead crane

Job description

Heidtman Tubular Products is seeking dedicated production workers to join our Erie, MI team. Wages start at $20.51/hour and can reach $30/hour, with shift differentials up to $1.50/hour, for 2nd and 3rd shift positions.

Responsibilities include operating forklifts and overhead cranes, inspecting materials, and ensuring quality and safety in a fast-paced environment. Prior tube mill experience is preferred but not required.