Material Handler (Plasma, 1st shift)

Olympic-Steel; Chambersburg (Franklin County); On-site; USD 37,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

Olympic Steel in the United States is seeking a Material Handler to support production by moving materials, staging finished goods, and handling raw materials. This role requires attention to safety and accurate paperwork to ensure efficient operations.

You will operate a forklift, use handheld plasma and an acetylene torch, and assist with overhead crane operations and rigging. Strong basic math and self-motivation are essential in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Forklift experience required.
• Acetylene torch and handheld plasma experience preferred.
• Proper use and care of precision instruments.
• Basic math skills.
• Self-motivated with ability to work under general supervision.

Responsibilities

• Move work-in-progress material on the production floor and assist with finished goods staging.
• Operate forklift, handheld plasma, and acetylene torch; assist with overhead crane and rigging.
• Prepare paperwork for materials on the floor and manage scrap parts.

Skills

Forklift experience

Basic math skills

Self-motivated

Ability to work under supervision

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Acetylene torch

Handheld plasma

Overhead crane (5 & 10 ton)

Rigging

Job description

Since 1954, Olympic Steel has been focused on safe, profitable, and sustainable growth through the direct sale of a wide range of processed metal products and several metal-intensive branded products. Guided by our Core Values, we put safety first – always, and we believe in cultivating an inclusive workplace where employee belonging, and empowerment are foundational to everything we do. Olympic Steel offers employees the best of both worlds: the culture and community of a closely connected team with the resources, opportunity and stability of a large, growing organization. Learn more about Olympic Steel at iamolympicsteel.com.

Job Description

The Material Handler is responsible for all job tasks required to support production processes. The Material Handler is responsible for all job tasks required to support production processes. These activities may include movement of work-in-progress material on the production floor, finished goods staging, truck loading, raw material receiving and raw material and finished goods preparation and management. As the Material Handler you will be in charge of certain administrative work, as well as preparing paperwork for materials on the floor. As the Material Handler you will be responsible for handling the scrap parts, while operating a forklift, using handheld plasma, and using an acetylene torch. For this position there is also overhead crane usage (5 & 10 ton) as well as rigging.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Forklift experience required.
• Acetylene torch and handheld plasma experience preferred.
• Proper use and care of precision instruments.
• Basic math skills.
• Self-motivated with ability to work under general supervision.

Why Work for Olympic Steel

Olympic Steel offers comprehensive benefits, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Paid holidays and vacation
• 401(k) with employer match
• Tuition reimbursement & Employee Discount Programs
• Referral program

We offer more than a competitive total compensation package. We provide our employees the ability to build a meaningful life-long career. When you work at Olympic Steel, you can make a significant impact – at our company, in the local community and in the world. For a comprehensive view of our benefits visit Steelperks.com.

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