Shipping Material Handler

Atlas Tube (Chicago), LLC; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Tuition assistance program

Paid vacation and holidays

Employee loyalty awards

Job summary

Atlas Tube, a division of Zekelman Industries, is seeking a Shipping Material Handler at our Chicago facility to safely move, stage, and load steel tube and pipe products while ensuring accuracy and safe handling practices.

You’ll operate forklifts and reach trucks, pick and pack customer orders, load trailers, inspect inbound materials, and keep the shipping area clean and organized. A high school diploma and 2+ years in a warehouse environment are preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of warehouse or material handling experience in a manufacturing setting.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Ability to safely operate forklifts and other material-handling equipment.
• Basic math skills for accurate order processing and inventory tracking.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts, reach trucks, and other warehouse equipment to move materials safely and efficiently.
• Pick, pack, and stage customer orders for accurate and timely shipment.
• Load finished products onto trailers or carriers according to shipping specs.
• Receive inbound materials, report damages, and rotate stock to maintain flow.
• Maintain clean, organized, and safe staging/shipping areas; complete paperwork.

Skills

Warehouse experience

Forklift operation

Reach truck operation

Basic math

Attention to detail

Teamwork and communication

Manual lifting up to 50 lbs

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

RF scanner

Job description

You may not know our name, but you know our products. What we make is part the places where we live, work and play – all day, everyday.Zekelman is a family of companies — 100% domestic manufacturers — with a legacy dating back to 1877. We’re proud to be the largest independent steel pipe and tube manufacturer in North America and the leading innovator in multi-family housing development.We believe in what we build and what we build, builds the world around us. Hospitals, hotels, schools, bridges, airports and more.Come build a career you believe in.About the RoleAtlas Tube, a division of Zekelman Industries, is seeking a Shipping Material Handler to support shipping operations at our Chicago facility. In this role, you will safely move, stage, and load steel tube and pipe products while ensuring accuracy, organization, and adherence to safe material-handling practices.This position is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced warehouse or manufacturing environment, values teamwork, and takes pride in maintaining safe and efficient operations.What You’ll DoChampion and follow safe work practices in accordance with company policies and regulatory requirementsOperate forklifts, reach trucks, and other warehouse equipment to move materials efficientlyPick, pack, and stage customer orders to ensure accurate and timely shipmentLoad finished products onto flatbed trailers or LTL carriers according to shipping specificationsReceive and inspect inbound materials and report damages or discrepanciesReplenish warehouse stock and rotate inventory to maintain proper material flowVerify order accuracy using scanning tools and shipping documentationMaintain clean, organized, and safe staging and shipping areasComplete required shipping, inventory, and equipment inspection documentationPerform additional duties as assignedMaintain regular, full-time, predictable onsite attendanceWho You AreMinimum 2 years of warehouse or material handling experience, preferably in a manufacturing environmentHigh school diploma or equivalent preferredAbility to safely operate forklifts and other material-handling equipmentBasic math skills for accurate order processing and inventory trackingStrong communication skills and attention to detailAbility to lift, push, pull, and move materials up to 50 poundsPhysical RequirementsAbility to stand and walk for extended periodsAbility to lift up to 50 poundsAbility to bend, stoop, push, pull, and operate warehouse equipment safelyComfortable working in a manufacturing environment with exposure to noise and moving equipmentWhat You’ll GetZekelman Industries offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package, including:Competitive compensationBonus plan and profit-sharing opportunities401(k) with company matchComprehensive medical, dental, and vision insuranceTuition assistance programPaid vacation and holidaysEmployee loyalty awardsCompensationBelow is the expected base hourly range for this position. This is a good-faith estimate, and final offers may vary based on experience, education, skill set, and interview performance.Base Hourly Rate:$28.90 USD per hour + production incentive bonusZekelman Industries offers competitive compensation and excellent benefits, including low-cost, high-quality medical and dental benefits. In addition, we have an amazing tuition assistance program, a bonus plan, a 401(k) plan with a generous company match, immediate vesting, and much more.M/F/D/VWe are Zekelman Industries.We manufacture superior quality tubular and related products, and provide outstanding service for our valued customers.We seek to continuously advance the skills and opportunities of our employees, utilizing the latest technology and management tools available to consistently increase profitability and the enterprise value of Zekelman Industries and of our customers.