Material Handler

Description

The Material Handler is responsible for preparing, organizing, loading, unloading, and staging materials for production and shipment in a safe and efficient manner. This role supports manufacturing and shipping operations by handling steel grating products, structural materials, hardware, and accessories while ensuring accurate documentation and inventory control. The Material Handler works closely with production, shipping, and supervisory personnel to maintain workflow and meet operational goals.

Key Responsibilities (Essential Functions):

Load and unload incoming and outgoing shipments using forklifts, overhead cranes, and other material handling equipment

Prepare customer orders for shipment, including bundling, tagging, staging, packaging, and securing materials

Verify orders for accuracy and completeness before, during, and after loading activities

Assemble and package accessories such as clips, nuts, bolts, nosing, and structural components for shipment

Tag completed jobs, complete shipping documentation, and submit paperwork to supervision

Bundle and load trucks efficiently while maintaining production and quality standards

Cut steel strip and angle materials for welding and fabrication operations

Operate saws, forklifts, overhead cranes, and other equipment safely and effectively

Receive incoming materials, inspect for accuracy, and place materials into inventory or designated storage locations

Complete daily inspections of forklifts, cranes, and other equipment and report equipment issues or malfunctions to supervision

Requirements

Qualifications and Requirements:

High school diploma or GED required

Previous manufacturing, warehouse, shipping, or material handling experience preferred

Ability to read and interpret work orders, shipping documents, technical instructions, and production paperwork

Basic math skills and ability to perform measurements and calculations related to production and shipping activities

Experience operating forklifts, overhead cranes, and other material handling equipment preferred

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Ability to stand, walk, bend, lift, push, pull, and handle materials throughout the shift

Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work in industrial plant environments with moving equipment and varying temperatures

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed and is not intended to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities.

IKG is committed to equal employment opportunity. We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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