Material Handler

Job Title

Material Handler

Job Description

HIRING FOR 1ST & 2ND SHIFT MONDAY - FRIDAY

First Shift: 6:00AM - 2:30PM

Second Shift: 11:00AM - 7:30PM

At Samuel, we believe every team member brings unique and valuable skills, experiences and knowledge to our thriving business enabling us to build on over 167 years of success in the metals industry. We offer countless opportunities for our team members to develop and grow in their careers, empower them to make decisions on the job and be a part of driving positive change within our organization and in the communities where we live and work.

Here are some of the great benefits that we offer:

• Competitive wages
• Company paid health, dental, and vision benefits
• Paid vacation and an annual bonus
• Defined Contribution 401(k) plan with company match
• Opportunity for career stability and growth
• Protective personal equipment is provided or cost of purchase is reimbursed
• On the job training

The Material Handler will support the Branch by ensuring that product going through the production department is processed correctly and safely while making sure that material is moved in a safe and timely manner throughout the warehouse while maintaining the quality of the material.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Safely and efficiently load, unload, and transport steel materials using forklifts, cranes, or other material handling equipment.
• Operate packaging tools (machine and hand).
• Using RF devices for accurate material tracking.
• Performs all other related duties as assigned.

ROLE REQUIREMENTS:

• Prior experience in material handling, preferably in a steel processing or manufacturing environment, is desirable.
• Good mathematical competencies.
• Attention to accuracy and detail.
• Ability to work in fast paced, deadline driven environment.
• Proficiency in operating forklifts, cranes, hoists, or other material handling equipment preferred
• Familiarity with different types of steel materials, their properties, and handling requirements is beneficial.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills to collaborate with team members, supervisors, and other departments.
• Organizational Skills: Strong organizational abilities to manage inventory, prioritize tasks, and ensure accurate documentation.
• Able to read a tape measure to the sixteenth. Experience with micrometers and calipers preferred.

EQUIPMENT KNOWLEDGE:

• Experience using computers.
• Proficiency in operating forklifts, overhead cranes, or other lifting equipment used for material handling.
• Familiarity with tools such as pallet jacks, carts, and slings for efficient movement and positioning of steel materials.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Ability to spend 80% of the day standing.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs (22.7kg) maximum occasionally with frequent lifting and/or carrying of objects weighing up to 25 lbs (11.3kg).

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Work is primarily conducted in an industrial environment; which may involve exposure to noise, dust, and varying temperatures
• Adherence to strict safety protocols and the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) is essential to minimize risks and ensure a safe work environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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