Material Handler - Forklift & Crane Operator

Southland Steel Fabricators; Amite City (LA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Short term and long-term disability

Paid time off

Job summary

Southland Industrial Coatings is seeking a Material Handler to support production by moving and organizing materials, operating forklifts and cranes, and prepping materials for the galvanizing process. You will work with Shipping Coordinators to maintain an efficient flow of materials and meet daily goals.

The role requires experience with forklifts, safe handling of heavy materials, and a strong emphasis on safety and teamwork.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED Equivalent preferred.
• Regular and timely attendance is required.
• Ability to read and follow equipment load charts and manufacturer operating guidelines.
• Ability to safely operate equipment on uneven terrain, in tight spaces, and around personnel and other equipment.
• Ability to communicate effectively with ground personnel, signalers, supervisors, and other equipment operators.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts, overhead cranes, and other material-handling equipment as necessary.
• Safely drive and maneuver forklift across laydown yard, shop, and confined areas.
• Properly position, balance, and secure loads against the backrest or attachment before transporting materials.
• Change and utilize appropriate telehandler attachments, including forks, buckets, lifting jibs, or other approved attachments, as required for assigned tasks.
• Conduct pre-operational inspections of forklifts, cranes, and other equipment before use, including checking tires, brakes, hydraulics, fluid levels, safety devices, and other components.
• Immediately report damaged, defective, or unsafe equipment to the appropriate Supervisor.
• Maintain clear communication with ground crews, signalers, Production Supervisor(s), and other personnel through approved hand signals, radios, or other communication methods.
• Monitor work areas for changing weather conditions, high winds, ground stability, overhead obstructions, power lines, personnel, and other hazards before and during lifting operations.
• Follow company production and safety procedures.
• Clean, package, and finish materials after the galvanizing process is complete.
• Track all materials that are on site, including company stock and customer materials.
• Keep the yard and materials neat, organized, and accessible.
• Perform basic routine equipment upkeep and maintain equipment in a clean and safe operating condition.
• Complete all other reasonable tasks assigned by the Supervisor or General Manager.
• Communicate with the General Manager and Shipping Coordinators as necessary.

Job description

Southland Industrial Coatings is seeking a Material Handler to support production by moving and organizing materials, operating forklifts and cranes, and prepping materials for the galvanizing process. You will work with Shipping Coordinators to maintain an efficient flow of materials and meet daily goals.

The role requires experience with forklifts, safe handling of heavy materials, and a strong emphasis on safety and teamwork.