Material Handler - Forklift & Crane Operator (2nd Shift)

Yarde Metals, Inc.; Southington (CT); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental and vision insurance

Paid time off

Paid holidays

401(k) plan with employer matching

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Flexible Spending / Health Savings

Job summary

Yarde Metals, Inc. is seeking a Material Handler for the 2nd shift in Southington, CT. The role moves material throughout the warehouse using a forklift, side loader, and overhead crane, following work orders to select material accurately.

Key requirements include safety-focused performance, basic math and measurement skills, and forklift experience. The position offers competitive wages, benefits, and overtime opportunities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent preferred.
• Ability to read and understand English to follow work instructions.
• History of working safely and productively.
• Forklift operation experience strongly preferred.
• Basic math skills required to convert decimals and fractions and to accurately use and read tape measures and calipers.
• Dependable, punctual, and works well with others.
• Able to pass background check, drug screen, physical, meet physical requirements of the position.
• Willingness to work required overtime.
• Competitive wages and bonuses
• Employer-paid health insurance and retirement benefits.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts, side loaders, and overhead cranes safely.
• Move material through the warehouse according to work orders.
• Organize pull tickets according to location and material type; retrieve material from inventory.
• Measure material with calipers, micrometers, and tape measures.
• Record inventory discrepancies and ensure correct material pulled for production.
• Stage completed orders for shipping and loading; prepare and dispose of scrap.
• Perform additional warehouse duties as directed by supervisor.

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety awareness

Reading comprehension

Math skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Yarde Metals, Inc. is seeking a Material Handler for the 2nd shift in Southington, CT. The role moves material throughout the warehouse using a forklift, side loader, and overhead crane, following work orders to select material accurately.

Key requirements include safety-focused performance, basic math and measurement skills, and forklift experience. The position offers competitive wages, benefits, and overtime opportunities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.