Industrial Steel Loader

Position Summary

The Loaders at Merrill Steel transport large heavy steel pieces such as columns, trusses and I-beams onto flatbed trailers for the OTR Drivers using overhead cranes within the building. It is crucial that the Loaders understand weight distribution and have the ability to pre-plan how loads of steel pieces will fit onto trailers safely so that they will be securely transported across the country. Loaders are climbing on and off the trailers while guiding the steel with overhead cranes, so having a natural sense of safety and agility is required.

Technical Skills

• Mechanically inclined
• Able to operate grinders for around 15 hours/week
• Experienced in power tools and forklifts (preferred)
• Able to read a tape measure

Quality / Safety Skills

• Have acute situational awareness
• Able to be trained on and operate overhead cranes
• Equipped with personal protection equipment (PPE)
• Able to lift up to 80 pounds

Personal Characteristics

• Work Ethic – Work hard, be reliable, and be dedicated.
• Attitude – Navigate through difficult situations with a positive attitude.
• Aptitude – Accomplish tasks to successfully obtain goals.
• Maturity – Be respectful, open-minded, and accountable.

What Makes Us Different: We recognize that our employees are our most valuable asset. It is our intention to make continuous improvements to ensure our employees enjoy coming to work. Here is a list of just some of the things we offer:

• Flexible Scheduling: First shift employees have the option to start at 5, 6 am Monday – Friday. Fridays are flexible and Saturdays are voluntary. Second shift operates Sunday – Thursday from 5pm – 5:30am. Second shift employees receive a night shift premium of $1.60/hour effective immediately.
• Innovative and Affordable Healthcare: We have put a lot of effort into being able to provide good healthcare at a very affordable cost to our employees. We have an onsite clinic that you and your family can use. Insurance available on the first of the month following 30 days of employment.
• Extensive Wellness Plan: You can earn enough $ to meet your annual deductible through participation in the yearly wellness program.
• Health Savings Account
• Dental, Vision, Life, Short Term Disability, and Long Term Disability Insurance
• Vacation: Time awarded after 6 months of employment
• 9 Paid Holidays Per Year
• Yearly Tuition Reimbursement
• Milestone Anniversary gifts

Safety Boots and Glasses: In addition to offering a generous company contribution each year, we also have companies come onsite for fitting and purchasing.

Gym Membership Reimbursement

Celebrations Throughout the Year: annual family fun day, annual Christmas party, Thanksgiving turkeys, Christmas hams, popcorn Wednesdays, monthly celebration meals.

How To Apply: Submit an ad through really, through our company website or stop by our office to fill out an application.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Night shift
• Overtime

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Ability to Commute:

• Springfield, MO 65803 (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Springfield, MO 65803: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Work Location: In person