Material Handler

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Located in Manassas, VA

Salary: 20 to 22

• Follow all company safety policies and procedures at all times and immediately report unsafe conditions to a supervisor.
• Safely move steel products and materials to and from storage areas, production areas, loading docks, and delivery vehicles using manual handling techniques, forklifts, overhead cranes, and other equipment.
• Attach slings, hooks, and lifting devices to materials and guide loads safely during movement and transport.
• Climb onto vehicles as needed to secure and release loads.
• Apply proper bundling techniques and configure loads according to planned delivery routes, including multiple-stop deliveries.
• Maximize trailer load capacity while maintaining all safety requirements.
• Maintain and safely operate assigned tools and equipment, including:
• Tape measures
• Calipers and micrometers
• Hammers
• Pallet trucks
• Banding machines
• Beam hooks
• Plate lifting clamps
• Forklifts
• Overhead cranes
• Inspect equipment for safety concerns and promptly report maintenance or repair needs.
• Maintain awareness of surrounding personnel, equipment, and ongoing operations to ensure a safe work environment.
• Judge distances accurately and operate safely around moving equipment and materials.
• Attend required company meetings and training sessions.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Lift and carry up to 50 pounds for distances up to 25 feet and to heights of up to 5 feet.
• Frequently exert 25–50 pounds of force and constantly exert 10–20 pounds of force to move materials.
• Reach, squat, stand, walk, climb stairs and ladders, and work on elevated equipment while wearing required PPE.
• Walk up to 5 miles per day as part of normal job duties.
• Maintain close vision, distance vision, color vision, and depth perception.
• Regularly use hands and fingers to handle materials and equipment.

• Work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain, wind, and other environmental conditions common to the local area.
• Regular exposure to moving mechanical parts, airborne particles, chemicals, and industrial equipment.
• Moderate to occasionally high noise levels.
• Maintain spatial awareness and safe movement throughout active warehouse and operational environments.

• Ability to read and interpret work orders and follow verbal instructions.
• Ability to meet or exceed established productivity standards safely.
• Strong organizational and planning skills with the ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Basic understanding of inventory control and material handling procedures.
• Ability to communicate effectively across departments regarding routing, safety, and customer service matters.
• Basic math skills, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to workplace safety.
• Customer service skills may be required depending on assignment.

• Previous material handling, warehouse, manufacturing, or steel industry experience.
• Forklift and overhead crane operating experience.
• Familiarity with inventory management systems and shipping procedures.

• Competitive compensation
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Training and career advancement opportunities

 

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