Yard Material Handler

Mark Rite Lines Equipment Company Inc; Billings (MT); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus potential

Health insurance

401(k) with matching

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

HSA

Job summary

Mark Rite Lines Equipment Company in Billings, MT, designs and builds pavement maintenance equipment and road striping machinery. This role supports production by maintaining the yard, handling heavy loads, and ensuring material availability for fabrication and assembly teams.

Ideal candidates have forklift experience, manufacturing exposure, and familiarity with metals. A high school diploma is preferred and a clean driving record is required.

Qualifications

• Forklift experience moving large industrial loads.
• Manufacturing experience in heavy equipment or truck production preferred.
• Knowledge of metals used in fabrication (steel, aluminum, stainless).
• Valid driver’s license with clean record.

Responsibilities

• Maintain organized yard and material storage for production.
• Operate forklift for heavy loads.
• Receive and verify incoming materials against PO/docs.
• Identify and sort materials (steel, aluminum, stainless, etc.).
• Stage materials for production lines to ensure workflow.
• Load/unload trucks and secure materials.
• Make local pickups/deliveries as needed.
• Maintain logs of material movements and inventory.

Skills

Forklift experience

Manufacturing background

Metals knowledge

Driver's license

Physical stamina

Attention to detail

Math / documentation

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Mark Rite Lines Equipment Company (MRL), headquartered in Billings, Montana, is a global leader in the design and manufacturing of paint marking and pavement maintenance equipment. With over four decades of industry expertise, MRL builds high‑performance machinery used for traffic paint application, line removal, and surface preparation. MRL delivers equipment “by stripers, for stripers” helping professionals around the world achieve precision and productivity on every job.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a well‑organized yard and material storage areas to support efficient production of heavy truck components.
• Perform advanced forklift operations, including handling large, irregular, and high‑weight loads such as frames, plate, tubing, and fabricated parts.
• Receive, inspect, and verify incoming raw materials and parts against purchase orders and delivery documentation.
• Accurately identify and sort materials such as structural steel, aluminum, stainless steel, and other metals used in truck manufacturing.
• Stage materials for production lines to ensure uninterrupted workflow for fabrication and assembly teams.
• Load and unload trucks, ensuring materials are secure and protected from damage.
• Complete in‑town vendor pickups and deliveries of materials, parts, and supplies.
• Maintain accurate records of material movement, inventory transactions, and receiving logs.
• Assist with cycle counts, inventory audits, and material replenishment activities.
• Follow all safety procedures, including proper rigging, load balancing, and equipment operation standards.
• Communicate effectively with purchasing, production, and warehouse teams to ensure material availability.

Required Skills and Abilities

• Proven forklift experience, including moving oversized or heavy industrial loads.
• Experience in manufacturing, preferably in heavy equipment or truck production.
• Working knowledge of metals and materials used in fabrication (steel, aluminum, stainless, etc.).
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Ability to safely perform physical labor, including lifting, bending, and moving heavy materials regularly.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to accurately track materials.
• Basic math and documentation skills.

Preferred Skills and Abilities

• Forklift certification (or ability to obtain).
• Experience supporting fabrication, welding, or assembly operations.
• Familiarity with bills of materials (BOMs), shop orders, or inventory systems (ERP/MRP).
• Experience handling truck frames, components, or similar large assemblies.

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Experience in manufacturing, heavy equipment, truck production, warehouse operations, or material handling preferred.
• Proven forklift experience required.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to safely perform physical labor, including lifting, bending, and moving heavy materials regularly.
• Frequent standing, walking, and movement throughout the shift.
• Ability to work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to safely operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and company vehicles.

Additional Job Information

• Shift: 5:00 AM to 3:30 PM

Benefits of Employment

In addition to excellent career growth opportunities, MRL offers a wide array of benefits, including bonus potential, insurance (life, medical, dental, vision), paid holidays, paid vacation, employer‑sponsored Health Savings Account (HSA), and 401(k) with matching contributions. The workplace is smoke‑free and drug‑free.

About Mark Rite Lines Equipment Company

Mark Rite Lines Equipment Company is a leader in the design and manufacturing of high‑quality pavement marking equipment, specializing in the production of road striping and maintenance machinery. We serve a wide array of clients, including government agencies, private contractors, and municipalities, providing innovative solutions that enhance roadway safety and operational efficiency. Our commitment to quality, safety, and service excellence has earned us a reputation as a trusted partner in the industry.

MRL is an equal‑opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category or characteristic under applicable law. If you require reasonable accommodation in the application process, contact Human Resources at [e-mail]. All other applications must be submitted online.