Material Handler

Material Handler

The Material Handler transports and handles materials within a large structural steel manufacturing facility. This role operates forklifts, overhead cranes, and related equipment to move materials safely and efficiently between designated locations, while working closely with production teams to support a smooth and safe workflow.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts, overhead cranes, and other material-handling machinery to transport materials throughout the facility.
• Assist with loading and unloading materials in both the air-conditioned production bay and outdoor areas.
• Organize, stage, and move materials to support welding, machine operating, and other production activities.
• Collaborate closely with welding teams, machine operators, supervisors, and other team members to ensure a smooth and efficient workflow.
• Use RF scanners and other inventory tools to support accurate picking, inventory control, and material tracking.
• Handle structural steel and related materials in an industrial manufacturing environment while maintaining production flow.
• Maintain open and consistent communication regarding the status and progress of daily tasks.
• Follow and uphold all safety protocols and procedures, supporting a culture where safety is the top priority.
• Perform general labor and material handling tasks as needed to support overall production operations.

Essential Skills

• Experience operating forklifts in an industrial or manufacturing environment.
• Experience operating overhead cranes or similar lifting equipment.
• Strong safety awareness and a demonstrated commitment to following safety protocols.
• Effective verbal communication skills to provide progress updates and coordinate with team members.
• Ability to perform physically demanding tasks, including lifting, moving, and positioning materials.
• Capability to work comfortably in both indoor and outdoor settings.
• Experience with material handling in a production or structural steel manufacturing environment.
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced industrial setting.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with RF scanners for inventory, picking, and material tracking.
• Experience in general labor, production, or industrial manufacturing.
• Exposure to steel manufacturing or structural steel production environments.
• Overhead crane experience is a plus but not required.
• Forklift experience is a plus but not required.
• Job tenure and a desire to work in an employee-owned company are considered strong pluses.

Why Work Here?

The organization offers a supportive, employee-focused culture with a strong emphasis on shared success and long-term stability. Team members benefit from an employee-ownership structure with profit sharing based on divisional performance, providing a direct connection between their contributions and company results. A comprehensive benefits package includes subsidized medical, dental, and vision coverage, with additional discounts available for completing an annual physical and maintaining a tobacco-free lifestyle. Employees also receive a 401(k) plan with company matching, company-paid basic life insurance, and short- and long-term disability coverage, along with the option to purchase additional life insurance at subsidized rates. Over time, eligible employees can become owners and receive an annual payout based on company performance, reinforcing a culture of accountability, engagement, and shared rewards.

Work Environment

The role is based in a large structural steel production facility that combines both indoor and outdoor work. Approximately half of the work takes place inside an air-conditioned production bay, and the other half occurs outdoors in the yard or loading areas. The environment is industrial and fast-paced, with regular interaction and collaboration across welding, machine operating, and other production teams. Material handling equipment such as forklifts, overhead cranes, RF scanners, and related tools are used daily. The facility prioritizes safety and teamwork, and the position requires comfort working around heavy steel, industrial machinery, and varying temperatures depending on indoor or outdoor assignments.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of El Mirage, AZ.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $21.45 – $22.15/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in El Mirage, AZ.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 16, 2026.