Material Handler/Day

Material Handler / Keg ProcessorPay: $19.00/hour Schedule: Monday–Thursday, 6:00 AM – 4:30 PM (4-day work week) Employment Type: Temp-to-HireAbout the RoleWe're looking for hard-working, physically fit Material Handlers to join our team. This role involves unloading stainless steel beer kegs from 40ft shipping containers/semi-trailers, operating a keg polishing machine, safely depressurizing kegs, and assisting with general facility setup. This is a fast-paced, physically demanding position suited for someone who is reliable, adaptable, and comfortable with repetitive heavy lifting throughout the day.What You'll DoUnload stainless steel beer kegs (30 lbs each) from 40ft containers/semi-trailers — unloading semis all dayLift, stack, and down-stack kegs, including stacking a third tier of kegs onto palletsSafely remove pressurizing valves from kegs (treated like a loaded gun — pressure must be fully released before handling)Feed depressurized kegs upside down into the sanitizer, similar to a car wash processOperate a keg polishing machine using a double-trigger system (requires both hands); stand in one position while feeding and monitoring slow-rotating kegs, one at a timeMeet a daily team output goal of 400 kegs processed (lifted, stacked, or down-stacked) per operatorAssist with furniture setup in two offices and general work areas between containers, including team-lifting items up to 50 lbsWork side-by-side with an experienced teammate until fully comfortable with equipment and proceduresFollow all safety and PPE requirements while operating equipmentPhysical RequirementsAbility to repeatedly lift, carry, and stack 30 lb kegs throughout an 8+ hour shiftAbility to lift and handle kegs at or above shoulder height, including stacking a third tier onto palletsUpper body strength sufficient for sustained, repetitive liftingAbility to participate in team lifts of furniture/items up to 50 lbsAbility to stand for extended periods while operating the polishing machineComfortable working in an environment with chemical odorsRequired ExperienceAt least 1/3 of relevant background in material handling, warehouse work, or heavy liftingPrior experience with physically demanding, repetitive work preferredPPE & Dress Code RequirementsSteel-toed or composite-toed boots requiredDust mask or properly fitted respirator mask required (for dust exposure)Safety goggles requiredNo loose clothing permitted around machineryClothing must be tight-fitting and able to be tucked inNo tank tops or shortsLong hair must be pulled back and secured while operating equipmentOnly one ear may have a "music" headphone in at a time (for safety awareness)Break Schedule5-minute break every hour, plus an unpaid lunch (11:00–11:30 AM)Ideal CandidateHard worker who adapts well to changing tasks and prioritiesReliable and punctualAble to work well as part of a team, especially for team lifts and working side-by-side while learningComfortable with a physically demanding, repetitive daily routineWhat We OfferWhile working for Express, our associates can also become eligible for a variety of benefits:Referral bonusesMedical planDental planVision/eyewear planPrescription drug reimbursementShort-term disabilityDirect depositSick Pay401(k) retirement savings planLife insuranceHow to ApplyApply by sending your resume to View email address on click.appcast.io OR text View phone number on click.appcast.io