Forklift Operator/Material Handler (2nd Shift)

Position:
Forklift Operator/Material Handler (2nd Shift)
Location:
189 Newell St
Southington, CT
Job Id:
2024.11.01-01
# of Openings:
1
FORKLIFT OPERATOR/MATERIAL HANDLER
2nd Shift (1:30pm-10:00pm)
Southington, CT
Job Summary
Yarde Metals is looking to hire a material handler to join our Operations Team in Southington, CT. A material handler moves material throughout the warehouse by safely operating a forklift, side loader, and overhead crane. The material handler selects material according to work order instructions.
Responsibilities

• SAFETY FIRST!
• Retrieve material from the inventory racking system according to work ticket, while verifying the location, size, alloy, quantity, and heat/lot #.
• Safely operate powered industrial vehicles such as forklifts, side loaders, and overhead cranes.
• Verify location and material by comparing order to inventory tags.
• Transport and locate material into the inventory racking system.
• Deliver material to designated saw locations for processing.
• Record and report any inventory discrepancies.
• Measure material using calipers, micrometers, and tape measures.
• Conduct a final inspection to ensure the correct material was pulled for machine operators.
• Prepare orders for shipping using strapping equipment and applying appropriate shipping tags.
• Construct crates, skids, and boxes using powered hand tools and measuring equipment.
• Tag and return material drops from processed jobs into appropriate locations.
• Stage orders in appropriate shipping and loading zones for delivery.
• Prepare and dispose of scrap.
• Perform additional warehouse duties as directed by supervisor.

Requirements & Qualifications
***This is a SAFETY SENSITIVE position: requires operating heavy machinery***

• High School graduate or equivalent preferred.
• Warehouse, material handling, and forklift experience preferred.
• Must be able to read, understand, and carry out work instructions in English.
• Basic math skills required to calculate and convert decimals and fractions.
• Must be able to read and understand basic measurements using a tape measure, micrometers, and calipers.
• Ability to pass a human performance evaluation to meet physical requirements of the position (lifting up to 70 pounds, pushing, pulling, standing).

Benefits

• Competitive wages and bonuses
• Two bonus programs
• The BEST medical insurance coverage!
  
  • Our Anthem plan with low co-pays, deductibles, and weekly contributions!
  
  
• Dental and vision insurance
• Employer-paid life insurance and disability insurances
• Flexible Spending and Health Saving Accounts
• 401(k) Plan with 100% employer matching contribution
• Career growth opportunities with a great company!

Amenities!

• Free coffee
• Full onsite gym and locker rooms
• Billiard room
• Basketball court
• Outdoor patio and eating area
• Onsite eatery and food service by Chef John

Yarde Metals is an Equal Opportunity Employer Minority/Female/Disabled/Veterans.
A ll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected class.
EEO IS THE LAW
EXPORT CONTROL COMPLIANCE & ITAR
Yarde Metals, Inc. works with technologies and materials subject to U.S. Government Export Control Laws and regulations. Upon hire, individuals must be available for work and in compliance with ITAR 22 CFR 120-130. Yarde Metals, Inc. reserves the right to inquire further on any matter bearing on the company's export compliance obligations.
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