Shipping/ Receiving Material Handler-3rd Shift (10pm-6am)

Do you prefer fresh air over fluorescent lights? Working outdoors instead of inside four walls? Then Insteel's Shipping and Receiving department is for you!

About the role

A Material Handler is expected to work safely when moving raw and finished materials in shipping areas using required equipment such as a diesel forklift tractor, and overhead lifting crane. It is the Material Handler's responsibility to be part of our safety culture by wearing the proper personal protective equipment, asking for assistance if needed, reporting all issues with materials and equipment, and staying safe. The Material Handler needs to follow all company policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Knowledge of safety equipment and safety procedures for shipping/receiving operations
• Visually check the quality of the finished product
• Loads and bands material as required
• Cycle counts material and makes sub-inventory transfers in the computer system
• Handles other duties as assigned within the shipping department
• Always maintains good housekeeping/neat work area
• Loads, unloads, and bands material as required
• Stores material in proper locations
• Stages rod at the appropriate door for the production machines
• Expected to be forklift and crane certified

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Ability to complete simple forms and understand simple written instructions
• Ability to perform simple arithmetic skills involving addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions, and decimals
• An equivalent combination of education and work-related experience may be acceptable

Physical Demands

The physical demands in a heavy manufacturing environment are significantly more strenuous and require a high level of physical fitness and stamina. Workers are frequently required to stand, walk, bend, stoop, crouch, and lift or carry heavy materials—often over 50 pounds—throughout their shift. Tasks may involve operating or working near heavy machinery, using hand and power tools, and performing repetitive motions. Employees must also be able to tolerate exposure to heat, cold, loud noise, and other environmental factors such as dust, vibration, and slippery surfaces. Personal protective equipment (PPE) is required, and physical agility, coordination, and situational awareness are critical to performing job duties safely and effectively in an industrial setting.

Work Environment

The work environment for this position is an industrial manufacturing plant, with employees regularly exposed to physical and environmental challenges. Workers are continuously (70–100% of the time) around moving and potentially dangerous machinery and are subject to loud noise levels that require hearing protection. Continuously (70–100% of the time), they may encounter heat from both weather and industrial processes, as well as cold weather conditions. Continuously (70-100% of the time), the environment may include wet or humid conditions, slippery floors or ramps, vibration from equipment, exposure to outside weather, dust, electrical shock hazards, and contact with oil, grease, or solvents. Proper personal protective equipment (PPE) and adherence to safety protocols are essential in maintaining a safe and productive workspace in this industrial setting.

Benefits

• Competitive base pay, paid weekly
• Bonus eligibility based on organizational performance paid bi-weekly
• Paid time off including holidays and vacation
• Excellent benefits to include medical, dental, vision, company-paid life/short-term disability/long-term disability insurance
• Flexible spending accounts (FSA), health savings account (HSA)
• 401(k) with match
• Company-paid telehealth
• Stock purchase plan
• Tuition reimbursement assistance
• Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)

Schedule

Full time, 10pm-6am, Monday through Friday, overtime available

About the Company

Insteel Industries is the nation’s largest manufacturer of steel wire reinforcing products for concrete construction, including prestressed concrete strand and welded wire reinforcement such as engineered structural mesh and concrete pipe reinforcement. Founded in 1953 and headquartered in Mount Airy, NC, Insteel operates 11 manufacturing plants across the U.S. and has a dedicated engineering services division. As a publicly traded company, our goal is to be the supplier of choice by delivering superior value to our customers.