Material Handler - Welding Department

Job Summary

The Material Handler is responsible for the safe and efficient movement of raw materials, components, and finished goods within the metal fabrication shop. This role supports production by staging materials, loading/unloading deliveries, maintaining accurate inventory, and ensuring materials are stored and handled according to company procedures and safety standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Load, unload, move, and stage raw materials, work-in-progress, and finished goods using forklifts, pallet jacks, cranes, or other material handling equipment.
• Verify material type, size, and quantity against work orders, delivery documents, or inventory records.
• Deliver raw materials and components to workstations according to production schedules.
• Properly store and organize materials in racks, bins, or designated areas to maintain shop efficiency.
• Maintain accurate inventory records, including counts, transfers, and usage logs.
• Assist with packaging, labeling, and preparing parts for shipment.
• Monitor material quality and report damaged or nonconforming materials to supervision.
• Support recycling, scrap handling, and waste disposal processes.
• Follow all safety rules, including proper lifting techniques and equipment operation procedures.
• Keep work areas, storage areas, and material staging zones clean and organized.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support production and logistics.