Midnight Material Handler - Overhead Crane Ops

Zekelman Industries; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Compensation

Bonus Plan

401(k) with Company Match

Health, Dental & Vision Insurance

Tuition Assistance Program

Paid Vacation & Holidays

Employee Loyalty Awards

Career Growth Opportunities

Job summary

Zekelman Industries is seeking a Production Material Handler to support production by safely handling raw materials and finished products. You will operate overhead cranes to receive, stage, and transport steel coils, ensuring continuous material flow and adherence to safety standards.

This role suits someone with strong mechanical aptitude who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing setting and values teamwork and operational excellence. Shift: Midnight - 11pm to 7am.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate/Bachelor's degree or trade certification preferred.
• 5+ years of manufacturing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate overhead cranes to unload and stage coils, ensuring safety and efficiency.
• Load and unload raw materials and finished products with care.
• Maintain inventory levels and report equipment irregularities promptly.
• Work from schedules and SAP to ensure availability for production.
• Participate in training and cross-training to support flexibility.
• Keep work areas clean, organized, and safe.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Math skills

Communication

Measuring tools

Reading schedules

Detail oriented

Team player

Safety focused

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate/Bachelor or Trade Certification preferred

5+ years manufacturing experience preferred

Tools

Overhead Crane Certification

Job description

Zekelman Industries is seeking a Production Material Handler to support production by safely handling raw materials and finished products. You will operate overhead cranes to receive, stage, and transport steel coils, ensuring continuous material flow and adherence to safety standards.

This role suits someone with strong mechanical aptitude who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing setting and values teamwork and operational excellence. Shift: Midnight - 11pm to 7am.