Materials Operations Specialist

Ballard Marine Construction; Evansville (IN); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Materials Operations Specialist to enhance warehouse and logistics functions for industrial construction projects. This role is perfect for hands-on individuals eager to grow within the company. Responsibilities include receiving, organizing, and dispatching materials critical to field operations. The ideal candidate will have strong organizational skills, a positive attitude, and a desire to contribute to a team-oriented environment. Join a company that prioritizes safety and professional development while making a tangible impact in the construction industry.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in warehouse, construction, or logistics preferred.
• Forklift certification is a plus or willingness to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Receive, inspect, and organize materials and equipment.
• Track inventory and assist with cycle counts and stock control.
• Collaborate with teams to streamline logistics and workflow.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Attention to Detail

Teamwork

Logistics Coordination

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Forklift

Pallet Jack

Job description

Sterling Industrial, headquartered in Evansville, Indiana, was founded and incorporated in 1982. Our company began and grew from a need for swift, reliable service for utilities in southern Indiana. Meeting the needs of utilities through small emergencies, we found an increasing need to add pipefitters and millwrights to our operation, and from there our company continued to grow.

As a multi-craft union contractor, we provide civil, structural, mechanical, and electrical services for new construction and maintenance/retrofit projects. Our core markets include power generation, metals, pulp/paper, plastics, and chemical markets. We pride ourselves on being a full-service contractor attentive and responsive to the needs of our customers; providing a full range of services and solutions for construction and maintenance projects.

Power Generation and Heavy Industry Markets

• Safety is a top business priority and commitment driven by top management throughout the company with a full-time safety department.
• Project management and project controls combine with a professional approach to complete our projects safely, on time, and within budget.
• Union Building Trades Crafts employed include boilermakers, pipefitters, ironworkers, laborers, millwrights, operating engineers, electricians, carpenters, teamsters, and cement masons.
• Full-service boiler repair and maintenance for the industrial and power generation sectors. Complete boiler and associated equipment installation and repair. Refractory repair/replacement.
• Installation and repair of pollution control equipment such as scrubbers, precipitators, fabric filters, and ancillary equipment.
• Foundations, steel erection, equipment setting, and precision alignment, piping, electrical and instrumentation. Rigging/setting and assembly of plant equipment.
• Largest employer of boilermakers, pipefitters, ironworkers, electricians, and millwright crafts in the nation.
• Maintains ASME and NBIC Accreditation for PP, S, U, U2, and R stamps.
• Numerous Maintenance Agreement/Alliance Contracts in force in our region.
• Specialize in 24/7 service to meet the customer’s needs.
• 150,000 square feet of shop fabricating and machining facilities and specialized equipment. Specialized focus on fabrication, installation, and welding of special/exotic alloy metals for the chemical and power generation industries such as duplex stainless steel and high chromium/high nickel alloys.
• Fulltime Quality Control Group for both field and shop work, including personnel certified by AWS and ASNT for various types of NDE.

Commercial and Institutional Markets

In addition to the Power Generation and Heavy Industrial markets, Sterling Industrial provides new construction and maintenance services for the Building Construction and Institutional market sectors. We have performed new construction work for pre-engineered buildings, concrete foundations, structural and ornamental installation, plumbing, electrical, and architectural finish work on commercial/institutional applications such as offices, banks, stores/malls, schools, churches, and warehouses. Additionally, we provide maintenance and repair services for the same type of facilities. Skilled craftsmen are employed in providing these services including carpenters (form and finish), laborers, cement finishers, ironworkers, plumbers, and electricians.

Position Summary:

The Materials Operations Specialist plays a vital role in supporting warehouse and logistics functions for our industrial construction projects. This position is ideal for a hands-on individual with a strong work ethic and a desire to grow within the company. Working under the guidance of the Warehouse Supervisor and Operations Team, the associate will be responsible for receiving, organizing, and dispatching materials and equipment critical to field operations.

Key Tasks and Responsibilities

• Receive, inspect, and organize materials, tooling, and equipment.
• Load/unload deliveries safely using appropriate equipment (e.g., forklifts, pallet jacks).
• Track inventory and assist with cycle counts and stock control.
• Maintain clean, safe, and organized workspaces in accordance with company and OSHA standards.
• Learn and assist with the material and equipment dispatch process in collaboration with warehouse supervision and under the guidance of experienced team members. Support timely and accurate delivery of materials to field teams while developing a strong understanding of logistics coordination.
• Assist with tooling maintenance and help identify operational issues related to tools, equipment staging, or warehouse workflow. Flag issues and support upkeep in daily operations.
• Collaborate with the warehouse and operations teams to streamline logistics and workflow.
• Participate in training opportunities and demonstrate initiative to learn new skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 1+ years of warehouse, construction, or logistics experience preferred.
• Forklift certification a plus (or willingness to obtain upon hire).
• Able to lift 50+ lbs regularly and work in varying environmental conditions.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Positive attitude with a team-first mindset and a desire to grow professionally.

Physical Demands

• Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA, and other federal, state, and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards.
• Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance.
• Repetitive motion, substantial movements of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers.
• The worker is required to have close visual activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures, transcribing, and viewing a computer terminal.
• Requires sedentary work that involves walking or standing some of the time.

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Job Location: Evansville, Indiana, United States

Position Type: Full-Time/Regular