Production Equipment Operator

Triple-S Steel; Commerce City (CO); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Triple-S Steel is looking for a motivated material handler to ensure safety and productivity in moving steel and materials. This entry-level position requires effective communication, basic math skills, and the ability to work in various conditions. Join a company that values stability, flexibility, and chemistry among its employees.

Benefits

Tuition Reimbursement

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Long-term Disability

Group Life Insurance

Qualifications

• Ability to read work orders and follow oral instructions.
• Meet safety and productivity standards.
• Knowledge of product and inventory control techniques.

Responsibilities

• Safely move steel and materials using various equipment.
• Maintain and operate assigned tools and equipment.
• Report safety issues related to equipment.

Skills

Safety Standards

Communication

Basic Math Skills

Tools

Forklift

Overhead Crane

Pallet Trucks

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Base pay range

$21.00/hr - $23.00/hr

Overview

ABOUT THE COMPANY:

At Triple-S Steel, we live and work by our core values. Since our inception over 50 years ago, we have followed three basic principles that are the foundation of our success:

• Stability: All decisions made are measured in years, not quarters.
• Flexibility: Employees are encouraged to seek creative steel solutions and services that help the company thrive.
• Chemistry: We foster and nurture an entrepreneurial spirit throughout the Triple-S family. That spirit permeates our DNA.

From a small family retail operation in Houston, our business has expanded across the US and South America to sell over 1 million tons per year. We supply steel for bridges, stadiums, barges, and large buildings, but one thing will always remain the same: We treat our customers and employees like family.

About The Position

We are seeking a motivated material handler to join our company. This position is responsible for executing safety standards, achieving daily productivity goals while meeting quality requirements, performing routine maintenance, and assisting with non-routine maintenance.

What We Offer

Our company offers great benefits, including tuition reimbursement, training and development opportunities, medical, dental, vision, FSA, HSA, commuter benefits, long-term disability, and group life insurance programs. Come join our team!

Rate

Pay range based on experience from $21-$23/hr

Contact: [e-mail]

Job closes: 04/07/2025

Responsibilities

• Follow Triple-S safe methods of work at all times, and immediately advise supervisor of any unsafe conditions.
• Safely and properly move steel to and from storage or production areas, loading docks, delivery vehicles, by hand, forklift, overhead crane, or other equipment.
• Attach slings, hooks, or other devices to lift material and guide loads; climb onto vehicles to tie down and release material being loaded. This is continuous daily activity.
• Lift and carry up to 50 pounds for up to 25 feet to heights of 5 feet; exert 25 to 50 pounds of force frequently and/or 10 to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects, reach, squat, stand, walk up to 5 miles per day, climb stairs, ladders, and on equipment while wearing required personal protective equipment.
• Apply proper bundling techniques.
• Configure load based on planned route including multiple stops.
• Maximize load capacity on trailer without sacrificing safety.
• Maintain and safely operate all assigned tools and equipment, including tape measure, caliper, hammer, pallet trucks, banding machine, micrometer, beam hooks, plate lifting clamps, forklift, overhead crane, and PPE.
• Determine safety issues related to equipment and report promptly.
• Work indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions, including precipitation, cold/heat, high wind, and turbulent conditions.
• Maintain spatial awareness to move safely around the work environment with many moving objects.
• Judge distances to maintain awareness of ongoing activities of other people and equipment.
• Attend all required company meetings.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Qualifications

• Ability to correctly read work orders or receive oral instructions for work assignments or material/equipment needs.
• Ability to meet or exceed safety and productivity standards.
• Ability to plan and organize work independently and in a team.
• Knowledge of product and inventory control techniques.
• Effective communication with other departments regarding routing, safety, and customer relations.
• Basic math skills (add, subtract, multiply, divide).
• Strong customer relations skills may be required.

Physical Requirements

• Use hands/fingers to handle, feel, talk, or hear.
• Occasional standing, walking, reaching with hands and arms.
• Lift/move up to 25 pounds regularly and up to 40 pounds occasionally.
• Vision abilities include close, distance, color vision, and focus adjustment.

The physical demands are representative of those needed to perform essential functions. Reasonable accommodations may be provided for individuals with disabilities.

Working Conditions

The work environment includes exposure to moving mechanical parts, fumes, airborne particles, chemicals, and electrical risks. Noise levels are usually moderate but can be high in open office areas.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Manufacturing and Production
• Industries: Manufacturing