Steel Material Handler & Forklift Operator

Lockport Steel; Lockport (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid vacation

401(k) with match

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Employee assistance

Career advancement

Training programs

Job summary

Lockport Steel in Illinois is seeking a dedicated forklift operator to join our manufacturing team. You will transport structural steel and fabricated components, load and unload trucks, stage materials for production, and help maintain a clean, safe yard and warehouse.

The role emphasizes safety and OSHA compliance while collaborating with production and shipping teams. A high school diploma and forklift experience are preferred; OSHA/NCCCO certifications are a plus, with competitive pay and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years of forklift operating experience in a manufacturing or industrial setting.
• Experience handling oversized or heavy steel products preferred.
• Ability to read work orders, shipping documents, and production paperwork.
• Basic understanding of inventory and material tracking processes.

Responsibilities

• Operate sit-down forklifts and material handling equipment.
• Load and unload inbound and outbound trucks safely.
• Stage materials for production departments including fabrication and shipping.
• Verify material quantities and identification against work orders.
• Maintain organized yard and warehouse storage locations.
• Perform daily equipment inspections and report safety concerns.

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety awareness

Inventory control

Reading work orders

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma

Tools

OSHA Forklift Operator Certification

NCCCO Certification

Job description

Lockport Steel in Illinois is seeking a dedicated forklift operator to join our manufacturing team. You will transport structural steel and fabricated components, load and unload trucks, stage materials for production, and help maintain a clean, safe yard and warehouse.

The role emphasizes safety and OSHA compliance while collaborating with production and shipping teams. A high school diploma and forklift experience are preferred; OSHA/NCCCO certifications are a plus, with competitive pay and