Material Handler

Description

GENERAL SUMMARY: This position is responsible for numerous production related duties that include but are not limited to moving and organizing materials, following production schedules, and prepping,

Galvanizing and finishing materials. This position will work closely with the Production Supervisor(s) to ensure an organized and efficient flow of materials through the plant while meeting established daily, weekly, monthly and yearly goals.

Desired Education, Knowledge, And/Or Skills

• Experience using cranes required
• Experience using forklift highly desired
• Prior Galvanizing and/or Manufacturing experience highly preferred
• Ability to communicate in English required
• High School Diploma or GED Equivalent preferred
• Regular and timely attendance is required
  
  

Job Duties

• Hanging and prepping materials for the galvanizing process in a safe and organized manner
• Operating overhead cranes and/or forklifts as necessary
• Following company production and safety procedures
• Cleaning, packaging and finishing materials after the galvanizing process is complete
• Tracking all materials that are on site, both company stock and customer materials
• Keeping the yard and materials neat and organized
• Completing all other reasonable tasks assigned by the Supervisor or the General Manager
• Communicating with the General Manager, and Supervisor(s) as necessary
  
  

PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS: In order to do the job, the following physical requirements are necessary:

• Valid driver’s license
• Ability to communicate effectively both written and orally is mandatory
• Must possess problem solving and communication skills
• Must be team oriented, motivated and dependable
• Ability to work 10-hour shifts, or until the job is complete, outside in all weather conditions
• Ability to multitask and stay focused in a fast-paced work environment
• Ability to occasionally move / lift items weighing up to 100 lbs.
• Effectively and safely utilizes ladders, man lifts, forklifts, overhead cranes, etc. Ascend or descend ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles and the like, using feet and legs and/or hands and arms.
• Must be able to work in an open environment for long shifts (including weekends) exposed to extreme temperatures, standing entire shift
• Must have the ability to concentrate on tasks for long periods of time and be able to observe and receive information from all relevant sources
• The worker is required to have visual acuity to make general observations of facilities or structures
  
  

Safety Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years old
• Adhere to all Southland Steel Fabricator’s, Inc. Safety Rules, Policies, and Procedures
• Attend all required safety meetings
• Inspect the tools and equipment prior to work each day to ensure they are free of defects
• Use hand and power tools safely at all times with correct guards in place
• Wear personal protective equipment in accordance with policy and adequate for specific tasks
  

Wage: DOE

Position requires pre-employment drug screening and background check

Management Discretion: The job duties and requirements that this document describes may be altered or supplemented at any time at the sole discretion of the employer.

Employment-at-Will: This document does not create an employment contact, either express or implied. All employment is at-will.

Southland Steel offers competitive wages, benefits: medical/dental/vision/life, vacation, and 401-K plan

Drug Free Work Environment

Equal Opportunity Employer