Material Handler II - $20.00/hr. - Days 7:00am-7:00pm

About the role

Atkore, a six‑time Great Place to Work® certified company and three‑time Top Workplaces USA award winner, is seeking a Material Handler II for its Binghamton, NY facility. Reporting to the Shift Lead, the incumbent will package product, monitor for defects, assist with startup or changeover of products, and keep the work area safe, clean, and organized.

Responsibilities

• Confirm product with schedule.
• Assist with Quality Control duties, including monitoring saw cuts, pipe length, bell fit, print line confirmation, chamfer/bevel, and reference line spacing.
• Package finished pipe in proper crate quantities.
• Weigh and transport finished product.
• Cut crate boards to proper lengths and adjust as needed.
• Process re‑grind / scrap pipe.
• Assist with the running of the PVC extrusion lines.
• Help with changeovers and stringing the line downstream and through the saw.
• Understand how to get pipe into specification and identify out‑of‑specification pipe products.
• Perform maintenance and cleanup for production and storage areas.
• Prioritize tasks effectively to manage time and operate all material handling and packaging devices proficiently.
• Maintain a safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Embrace and foster an environment that supports Atkore’s core values of Integrity, Respect, Excellence, Teamwork, and Accountability.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years related experience preferred; prior manufacturing experience is a plus.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds unassisted.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Good understanding of basic math for quick and accurate counting and calculations.
• Strong attention to detail, accuracy, time management, and organization.
• Adaptable to changes, able to handle multiple competing demands, and remain calm during unexpected events.
• Ability to work safely and efficiently in a fast‑paced environment.
• Experience in lean manufacturing or a business‑system‑based company is a plus.

Pay

Estimated base pay: $20.00 per hour. Placement within the range depends on competencies, education, experience, certifications, seniority, shift, and other business needs. Additional compensation may include overtime, shift differentials, bonuses, commissions, stock, and other incentives.

Schedule

Days: 7:00 am – 7:00 pm.

Benefits

• Medical, vision, and dental insurance
• Life insurance
• Short‑term and long‑term disability insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Leave required under federal, state, or local law (subject to vesting and eligibility requirements)