<p>Position Summary:</p> <p>The Material Handler is responsible for the safe and efficient movement, staging, and storage of raw materials, fabricated components, and finished goods within a pipe fabrication shop. This role supports production workflow by ensuring that materials are properly labeled, tracked, and delivered to the correct work areas on time.</p> <p>Key Responsibilities:</p> <ul> <li> <p>Load, unload, move, and stage pipe and related materials using forklifts, overhead cranes, pallet jacks, or by hand.</p> </li><li> <p>Accurately label and tag materials with job numbers and part numbers per job specifications.</p> </li><li> <p>Deliver materials to designated workstations based on daily production schedules.</p> </li><li> <p>Assist in receiving incoming materials, verifying accuracy against packing slips and purchase orders.</p> </li><li> <p>Report discrepancies in material deliveries immediately to the Buyer and Materials Manager.</p> </li><li> <p>Maintain accurate inventory records through scanning or manual logs as required.</p> </li><li> <p>Organize and maintain storage areas for efficiency and safety.</p> </li><li> <p>Follow safety guidelines and standard operating procedures (SOPs) for material handling and equipment use.</p> </li><li> <p>Assist with end-of-day cleanup and general housekeeping of the warehouse and yard areas.</p> </li><li> <p>Support cycle counting and physical inventory processes as needed.</p> </li><li> <p>Communicate with team members, supervisors, and other departments to ensure timely material flow.</p> </li></ul> <p>Qualifications</p> <p>Qualifications:</p> <ul> <li> <p>Experience: Minimum of 6 months of material handling experience, preferably in a manufacturing or fabrication environment.</p> </li><li> <p>Education: High school diploma or GED preferred.</p> </li><li> <p>Certifications: Forklift certification required or ability to obtain within 30 days; Overhead crane certification a plus.</p> </li><li> <p>Skills:</p> </li><li> <p>Basic math and reading skills for interpreting job travelers and labels.</p> </li><li> <p>Ability to read and interpret material tags, job documents, and safety instructions.</p> </li><li> <p>Strong organizational and time-management skills.</p> </li><li> <p>Comfortable working both indoors and outdoors in varying conditions.</p> </li><li> <p>Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and perform physical labor throughout the shift.</p> </li></ul> <p>Work Environment:</p> <ul> <li> <p>Industrial fabrication shop with exposure to noise, dust, and moving equipment.</p> </li><li> <p>Frequent use of personal protective equipment (PPE), including gloves, safety glasses, steel-toed boots, and hearing protection.</p> </li></ul>