Material Handler II

Blast Cleaning Technologies, Inc.; West Allis (WI); On-site; USD 37,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Blast Cleaning Technologies, Inc. is seeking a Weld Material Handler to support material flow in the weld bay and ensure accurate kitting for production. You will use a forklift to move jobs, operate the overhead crane for large weldments, and work with Epicor ERP to manage transactions.

This role requires a high school diploma or equivalent and at least 1 year in material handling or warehouse operations. The position offers a straightforward path in a manufacturing setting with opportunities

Qualifications

• Requires forklift experience and ability to operate a forklift safely.
• Overhead crane experience preferred.
• Experience using a QR code based system.
• Able to read blueprints/technical drawings.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs and work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Move jobs into weld and next operations using a forklift.
• Follow directions from weld leads to complete task lists.
• Operate overhead crane to move large weldments and materials.
• Use Epicor ERP to kit and transact materials for shop floor
• Maintain real-time inventory by updating statuses in Epicor.

Skills

Forklift operation

Overhead crane

QR code system

Mechanical aptitude

Lifting up to 50 lbs

Fast-paced environment

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

1 year material handling/warehouse experience

Job description

Blast Cleaning Technologies, Inc. (BCT) is proud to be the leader in shot blast innovation! We are dedicated to our customers, resulting in continuous company growth year over year.

Why Work at BCT?

Highly Competitive Pay, Benefit Plans, & 401K: We pay for skill AND talent. We offer a full range of comprehensive benefits & 401K employer match up to 6%.

Medical Insurance: 90% of Insurance Premiums are covered by BCT!!! Low deductibles, ZERO coinsurance, & extensive provider networks to utilize.

Generous PTO & Paid Holidays: Take advantage of our generous PTO plans and many paid U.S. holidays.

Casual Work Environment: Enjoy a casual dress code and friendly workplace.

Historic Location:Work in our over $2 million investment in upgrades and refurbishment at our historic West Allis location.

Innovation:Work for a company that continuously invests back into the business and the employees. With our cutting-edge foundry being a prime example of true innovation.

Amenities:Enjoy free coffee, popcorn, summer cookouts, and more!

Continuous Education:Venture in your future with our tuition reimbursement program and our variety of investments in your continued learning.

Engaged Leadership:You will loveAND know our CEO. Work with an ethical, hardworking, & interactive leader who listens to employees at all levels.

Second Chance Employer: If you have the skills and work ethic, we will give you a chance.

Onsite HR and IT Department: We provide dedicated onsite HR and IT support to ensure our employees' needs are met. We won't send you to a 1-800 number for help.

Veteran Support: BCT supports and honors veterans.

Made in America: All our components are made in the USA.

Our PACT

Our core values (Passionate, Accountability, Customer-Focused, & Team Player) are rooted in the visionary spirit of our CEO, Carl Panzenhagen, who began his career as a teenager working in a foundry. As an adult, his extensive industry experience and dedication led him to create a company free from bureaucracy and grounded in ethical business practices. Guided by Carl’s leadership, a small team of five evolved into a self-sustaining manufacturing powerhouse. Today, BCT proudly stands 330+ employees strong and celebrates the completion of our cutting-edge foundry, a testament to our relentless pursuit of excellence and innovation.

Job Summary:

Under the direction of the Weld Leads, theWeld Material Handler is responsible for supporting material handling operations within the weld bay areas. This includes kitting parts for production, completing material flow, and utilizing Epicor ERP to manage transactions.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

This list of duties and responsibilities is not all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties as management deems necessary.

Material Flow

• Utilizing a forklift to move jobs into weld and next jobs operation.
• Take direction from weld leads and/or leaders to complete task list as assigned.
• Operate overhead crane to move large weldments and miscellaneous materials.
• Use Epicor to process transactions to kit various jobs on the shop floor.
• Transact material movement which update statuses to maintain real-time inventory visibility.
• Follow assigned pick lists for weld operations.
• Alert leadership when Epicor issues arise.

Inventory & Quality

• Check through BOM (bill of materials) provided by steel processing/fabrication to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Maintain organized staging areas and ensure materials are labeled and stored properly.
• Kit parts for weld projects based on production schedules and assigned work orders.
• Ensure all required components are available and staged appropriately for weld teams.
• Collaborate with weld leads/leadership and other members of the production team to prioritize kitting based on workflow needs.
• Issuing stock materials to jobs.

Other

• Work closely with Shipping & Receiving and other departments to ensure smooth material flow.
• Assist with departmental waste management.
• Help drive and support BCT’s Culture and Core Values.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Forklift experience required.
• Overhead Crane experience preferred.
• Experience utilizing a QR code based system
• Some mechanical aptitude and ability to read technical drawings.
• Ability to handle a fast paced environment.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work in a deadline-driven environment.

Education and/or Experience

• Requires High school Diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 1 year of experience in material handling or warehouse operations, preferably in a manufacturing environment.