Inventory Handler

About the Role

The Inventory Handler is responsible for storing, moving, handling, and distributing materials. They take materials from one location to another and may be involved in the process of extracting and loading the materials to be transported. The role operates in a structured work environment to minimize safety risks, with each job planned in detail and safety issues addressed before starting.

Education and Experience

• High School diploma or equivalent, required.
• Experience in the steel industry or inventory is a plus.
• Ability to become forklift and overhead crane certified (forklift experience required).

Qualifications

• Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Effective communication in English.
• Outstanding work ethic, punctuality, and desire to constantly improve skills.
• Ability to prioritize work with minimal direction.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and time management.
• Successfully pass a background check, drug screen, physical, audiogram, and vision test.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily operations and forklift safety checks (battery, seat belt, brakes, lift control, fire extinguisher).
• Identify raw materials, in-process or finished products, equipment, or processing materials.
• Cross-reference materials with production or shipping schedules for accuracy.
• Safely move materials to correct work areas and report inconsistencies to supervisors.
• Receive, document, store, stage, and issue materials to meet production requirements.
• Support assembly/fabrication and assist operators to maximize efficiency.
• Remove and distribute empty pallets and buckets.
• Prepare and update paperwork and schedules (both paper and computer-based).
• Package, band, and label equipment, parts, and materials to minimize damage and ensure safety.
• Comply with safety requirements, including proper use of PPE and equipment.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area per 5S standards.
• Operate overhead hoists and forklifts to move materials and equipment.
• Arrange parts for production and deliver materials to storage or production areas.
• Maintain accurate inventory and report shortages/overages to supervisors.
• Grind burrs and sharp corners from materials as needed.
• Assist fellow employees and perform other related duties as assigned.

Competencies

• Organized
• Scheduling
• Analyzing Information
• Dealing with Complexity
• Deadline-Oriented
• Time Management
• Process Improvement
• Safety Management
• Inventory Control
• Dependability and reliability in handling equipment safely.

Working Conditions

This is a shop floor and yard position, primarily outdoors with exposure to various weather conditions, noise, dust, odors, and chemicals. Good hand-eye coordination and motor skills are required. The company culture is positive and professional, fostering long-term employment.

Schedule

Monday - Friday, with Saturdays as needed. Shift hours: 5 AM - 3:30 PM. Weekly hours: 40 - 55.