Industrial Material Handler

Posted: 05/29/2026 Job Number: 149324


Job Description

Madden Industrial Craftsmen is looking to fill an Industrial Material Handler Industrial position with a metal recycling company located in Portland, OR. The person in this position will assist around the yard maneuvering scrap metal, sorting metals and performing warehouse equipment operations.


Pay: $23.50/hr


Industrial Material Handler Duties and Responsibilities:

• Operate a sit-down forklift to maneuver scrap metal throughout the facility
• Warehouse employees can be assigned many different tasks, including but not limited to metal sortation, torch cutting, shearing, and using power and hand tools .
• Operate and maintain a chopper machine
• Sort various types of metals (steel, aluminum, copper, etc.)

Industrial Material Handler Requirements:

• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs
• Must be able to stand and sit for long periods of time
• Must be willing to work outside in all weather conditions
• Ability to work in warehouse environment (dirt, loud noise, rain, sun)
• Must have at least 3 years of Forklift experience
• Must be mechanically inclined
• Must be comfortable working off ladders

Compensation and Benefits:

• $23.50/hour starting with an additional raise within six months
• Union position (Kaiser medical)
• Yearly pay raise
• Pension

Schedule:

• Monday - Friday
• Day shift - 6:00am - 2:30pm or 7:00am - 3:30pm

This position requires a background check and drug screening (test doesn't include THC).