Material Handler - Day Shift

Material Handler

Delta Steel is currently hiring Material Handlers with overhead crane experience to support warehouse and production operations. This position offers a day shift schedule (Monday-Friday, 5:00 AM – 5:00 PM) and includes overtime opportunities, eligibility for a monthly profit incentive, and a comprehensive benefits package. This role will operate material handling equipment, including 10–20 ton remote-controlled overhead cranes, to safely move, organize, and stage steel materials within the facility. Support production operations by ensuring materials are properly positioned, processed, and available according to work orders while maintaining safety, quality, and efficiency standards.

Physical Requirements:

Stand or Sit (Stationary position), Walk (Move, Traverse), Use hand/fingers to handle or feel (Operate, Activate, Use, Prepare, Inspect, Place, Detect, Position), Climb (stairs/ladders) or balance (Ascend/Descend, Work atop, Traverse), Stoop, kneel, crouch, or Crawl (Position self (to), Move), Talk/hear (Communicate, Detect, Converse with, Discern, Convey, Express oneself, Exchange information), See (Detect, Determine, Perceive, Identify, Recognize, Judge, Observe, Inspect, Estimate, Assess), Pushing or Pulling, Reaching, Repetitive Motion

Function in the Job:

Medium work - Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Job Function

• Operate remote-controlled overhead cranes (10–20 ton capacity) to move steel materials throughout the facility
• Load, unload, and transport steel beams, plate, and other materials to designated areas
• Build and stage customer orders based on work orders and production requirements
• Organize and maintain material locations to ensure efficient workflow
• Ensure materials are accurately identified, tagged, and handled properly
• Assist machine operators and production teams by supplying materials as needed
• Use manual hand tools (e.g., wrenches, clamps) to assist with material handling and setup
• Use measuring devices such as tape measures and micrometers to verify material dimensions when required
• Apply basic math skills for measurements, counts, and material handling tasks
• Perform daily inspections of cranes and equipment; report safety or maintenance concerns
• Follow all workplace safety rules, regulations, and procedures
• Maintain a clean and organized work area
• Move materials safely to appropriate warehouse, processing, or shipping locations
• Assist with inventory organization and material tracking
• Perform other warehouse or processing duties as assigned by supervisor
• Cross-train and support other functions when primary duties are not required

Required Skills

• Minimum of 1 year of experience operating a 10–20 ton overhead crane preferred (training available for entry-level candidates)
• High school diploma or GED
• Experience in a steel service center or fabrication environment preferred
• Ability to operate remote-controlled crane safely and efficiently
• Ability to read and follow work orders and instructions
• Basic math skills and ability to accurately measure materials
• Experience using measuring tools such as tape measures and micrometers
• Experience using manual hand tools (wrenches, clamps, etc.)
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, industrial environment with changing priorities
• Strong attention to safety and detail
• High level of dependability and accountability
• Positive attitude and ability to work effectively on a team