Material Handler - Weekend Shift

EK; Fall River (WI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401K with company match

6 Paid Holidays

Birthday Off Paid

Vacation – two weeks in your FIRST year!

Paid Parental Leave

Company Events

Summer Food Trucks

Free coffee

Incentive Program

Job summary

EK in Fall River, WI, is looking for a Material Handler for full-time weekend shifts. The role involves operating forklifts, inspecting parts per ISO standards, and assisting with the paint department operations.

Applicants should have a High School Diploma or GED and good communication skills. EK offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance, vacation time, and more. Join a family-oriented team where your contributions matter!

Qualifications

• Ability to read and comprehend instructions and manuals.
• Good mathematical skills for measurements and calculations.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to instructions.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate an industrial forklift or electric hoist.
• Inspect parts per ISO standards.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Assist in loading and unloading parts.

Skills

Multitasking

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Industrial Forklift

Electric Hoist

Job description

About Us

EK, based in Fall River, WI, is a fast-growing manufacturing company with over 50 years of experience in machining, fabrication, welding, and power products. We operate four state-of-the‑art plants, giving us the capacity and flexibility to serve a wide range of industries. We’re proud to be a family‑oriented company where every team member matters. At EK, you’ll find a supportive environment, opportunities for career growth, and the chance to work with cutting‑edge technology. Join us and be part of a team that values quality, integrity, and community—while helping shape the future of manufacturing.

Job Title

Material Handler

Company

EK

Location

Fall River, WI

Job Type

Full Time

Shift

Weekend; Fri – Sun; 12 Hour Shifts

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401K with company match
• 6 Paid Holidays
• Birthday Off Paid
• Vacation – two weeks in your FIRST year!
• Paid Parental Leave
• Company Events
• Summer Food Trucks
• Free coffee
• Incentive Program.
• And much more!

Job Description

Assists the paint department by performing the following duties.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Must be able to multitask and have good organizational skills
• Safely operates industrial forklift truck or electric hoist to assist in loading or moving materials and products in the Paint Department.
• Take directions from Lead/Supervisor as to which jobs/pallets should be brought to the line
• Inspect parts per ISO standards and inspection paperwork requirements.
• Work closely with lead and paint line supervisor regarding daily production requirements.
• Must be flexible to pivot with changes in production requirements.
• Complete daily forklift inspection reports.
• Good math, language and reading skills; basic computer skills may be required.
• High degree of attention required to prevent injury to others; promote a safe work environment.
• Follow instructions, procedures for operating equipment and keeping records.
• Execute assignments in an accurate, timely and safe manner.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to effectively communicate with members of the paint team and other departments.
• Attaches identifying tags and labels to materials or marks information on cases.
• Assists the Batch Lead or Leadsperson with any other duties as required.
• Helps load and unload parts in a safe manner on racks or Batch conveyor
• Wears all proper PPE while working in batch
• Assembles and packs parts per job traveler
• Trains new personnel to work in a safe manner and to follow all instructions for processing parts that are on the job traveler.

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 accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education And/Or Experience

High School Diploma or GED; one to three months related experience or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Language Skills

Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions and memos, as well as operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information one-on-one to other employees of the organization.

Mathematical Skills

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to sit and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and may occasionally lift and/or move up to 80 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts and fumes or airborne particles.