Join to apply for the Night Shift Material Handler (CDL Required) role at Cooper Steel of Virginia
4 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants
Join to apply for the Night Shift Material Handler (CDL Required) role at Cooper Steel of Virginia
This is a night shift position, standard hours are Monday-Thursday 5:30 pm - 6:00 am. THIS POSITION REQUIRES AN ACTIVE CDL.
The Material Handler supports Cooper Steel of Virginia's goals, values, and philosophy by exhibiting the following behaviors: excellence, quality service, commitment, and accountability. As a member of the Cooper Steel team, performance includes demonstration of the following accountabilities: communication, teamwork, job knowledge and leadership.
Position Summary
The Material Handler is responsible for operating overhead cranes, forklifts, and semi-truck / trailer in order to move material around the yard in a safe and efficient manner. This position requires the employee to learn proper rigging and loading techniques.
PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following:
- Promote a strong quality culture throughout the company maintaining Cooper Steel’s core priorities: Safety, Quality, Production
- Load and unload delivery trucks using overhead cranes and forklifts
- Read and understand load list to calculate material size and length when loading
- Understand units of measure, general mathematical equations
- Operate equipment / machinery and perform other job duties necessary within the shop and yard
- Transport materials using tractor trailer trucks
- Inspect tools and equipment daily before use and maintain in good working order
- 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, skills and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education And/Or Experience
High School Diploma or equivalent
Prior Experience In a Similar Role Is Preferred
Valid Class A CDL
required
Other Skills
Strong interpersonal skills; ability to communicate effectively with a diverse range of individuals; good judgment; ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously; ability to work effectively with others. While performing certain duties of the job, the employee is required to squat, bend, twist, lift, pull, and reach. Lifting is required up to 75 lbs. Climbing is required up to 6 feet off the ground on a ladder or loading equipment. Must be flexible in hours worked and willing to work overtime.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Position performs work mostly in the Yard setting which includes a variety of working conditions. These include the following conditions: noise level fluctuations from moderate to high, use of personal protective equipment, machine/equipment use. Position involves everyday risks or exposure to elements that require safety precautions. Position will be required to work in adverse weather conditions such as heat, humidity, cold, precipitation, etc.
Cooper Steel is an equal opportunity workplace and an affirmative action employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability status, or any other factors. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit, and business need.Seniority level
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Job function
Job function
Management and ManufacturingIndustries
Construction
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Cooper Steel of Virginia by 2x
Sign in to set job alerts for “Material Handler” roles.
Supply Chain Associate - Warehouse/Inventory - LGH Full Time Days
Supply Chain Associate - Warehouse/Inventory - Full Time Days/Weekends and Holiday Rotation
Warehouse Associate II Glasgow VA 2nd Shift
Warehouse Associate II Glasgow VA 2nd Shift (Glasgow, Virginia, United States, 24555)
We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.