Material Handler - Fabrication

JGM•Coatesville, PA

44d

About The Position

At JGM, we've created a culture that emphasizes safety, quality, and speed. JGM comes from five generations of entrepreneurs in the construction industry. JGM is not like every other company, nor do we want to be. JGM is a family. We work together. We help each other. We rely on each other. What's the result of having a team like this? Extreme employee satisfaction, which leads to extreme client satisfaction and continued company growth. The question is, do you want to join our growing family and be part of something special? JGM, a heavy fabricator & turnkey industrial construction company, is seeking the VERY BEST person to join our Turnkey Industrial Construction group. We are seeking the right person to help us become the SAFEST, FASTEST, MOST EFFECTIVE FABRICATOR and CONSTRUCTOR IN THE WORLD. Be an integral part of the JGM family by living our core values: We Plan. We adapt. We Succeed. Uncompromising Safety & Quality. Family is our Foundation. Create value through better solutions. Whatever it takes. Commitment to self-improvement. POSITION OVERVIEW As a Material Handler in our Fabrication Department, you will play a crucial role in the efficient flow of materials across the yard, ensuring the seamless movement of structural steel, stock, and other materials. Reporting directly to the Plant Manager, your responsibilities include safe equipment operation, material handling, and hazard identification to maintain a safe and productive environment.

Requirements

Must have forklift experience
Safety-First Attitude: Strong commitment to safety, consistently utilizing proper safety gear and following safety protocols.
Valid Driver's License: Must hold a valid driver's license.
Willingness to Train: Must be willing to complete OSHA 10 training upon being hired.
Education: A high school diploma or GED is highly preferred.
Team-Oriented: Ability to work both independently and as part of a team, demonstrating self-motivation and reliability.

Responsibilities

Material Transportation: Safely move freight, stock, and materials between storage areas, production zones, loading docks, and delivery vehicles, either manually or using equipment such as trucks and tractors.
Cargo Organization: Sort and prepare cargo for loading or unloading, ensuring materials are correctly placed and ready for the next stage.
Identification & Tagging: Attach identification tags to materials or mark them clearly with the appropriate information for efficient processing and tracking.
Work Order Compliance: Follow work orders and verbal instructions to complete tasks accurately and in a timely manner.
Quality Assurance: Inspect products to ensure they meet established quality standards and immediately report any inconsistencies.
Equipment Operation: Start and operate machinery or equipment to assist with production processes, contributing to the overall productivity of the shop.
Tools & Equipment Operation: Basic Tools: Proficient in using hand tools like hammers, screwdrivers, wrenches, and tape measures. Heavy Equipment: Experience operating forklifts, pallet jacks, and overhead cranes. Specialized Machinery: Familiarity with wrapping machinery, banding machines, and mechanical technologies such as tool and equipment design, use, and maintenance.
Technology: Basic computer and office software skills are a plus but not required.
Routine Inspections: Perform regular equipment checks, reporting issues promptly to minimize downtime and maintain operational efficiency.