Material Handler & Forklift Operator | Day Shift

Merchants Metals; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision coverage

Company-Paid Life Insurance

401k with company match

Job summary

Merchants Metals is seeking an Experienced Material Handler to accurately receive and store products while maintaining safety, productivity, and quality. The role involves moving materials, operating a forklift, and maintaining yard upkeep.

The schedule runs Monday–Friday, 7:30 AM–3:30 PM with pay in the $21–$23 per hour range depending on experience. Bilingual ability is preferred but not required, and overtime may be required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Forklift prior experience required.
• Ability to read a measuring tape.
• General safety awareness and adherence to procedures.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in tasks.

Responsibilities

• Move freight, stock, or other materials to storage or production areas and loading docks.
• Operate a forklift and other warehouse equipment safely and efficiently.
• Label, sort, wrap, and pack materials as needed.
• Read work orders and determine material requirements.
• Transport products to storage areas and stack/store them properly.
• Record units moved on daily production sheets or tickets.
• Install protective devices to prevent damage during handling.
• Maintain clean, organized equipment storage areas.
• Carry tools from storage or trucks and return after use.
• Follow safety procedures when operating tasks and equipment.
• Provide excellent customer service and support overtime as required.

Skills

Forklift operation

Reading measuring tape

Loading/unloading experience

Safety procedures

Attention to detail

Overtime readiness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift

Job description

Merchants Metals is seeking an Experienced Material Handler to accurately receive and store products while maintaining safety, productivity, and quality. The role involves moving materials, operating a forklift, and maintaining yard upkeep.

The schedule runs Monday–Friday, 7:30 AM–3:30 PM with pay in the $21–$23 per hour range depending on experience. Bilingual ability is preferred but not required, and overtime may be required.