Material Handler

DZ Grinders LLC•Caldwell, ID

About The Position

The Material Handler supports production operations by safely inspecting and using tools and equipment, cutting and finishing steel parts, and moving materials manually or with material-handling equipment. The position also includes maintaining a clean, organized work area, disposing of scrap and waste appropriately, and assisting with special projects as assigned. Employees are expected to follow Diamond Z safety policies, use required personal protective equipment, and communicate safely and productively with coworkers and supervisors.

Requirements

Ability to read and understand written instructions or plans and cut lists.
Ability to measure, hold, and position materials and operate a tape measure.
Ability to understand the differences between various types of steel.
Ability to safely operate saws, grinders, forklifts, and overhead cranes.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds frequently and occasionally lift objects weighing over 50 pounds with assistance.
Ability to reach over and around objects; bend, squat, kneel, climb, push, pull, and reach above and below shoulder height.
Ability to work on raised platforms, climb stairs or ladders, and climb off equipment or ladders.
Ability to stand for extended periods and handle, place, manipulate, operate, stack, and connect equipment and materials using fine and basic hand skills.
Ability to see and read drawings and instructions and place materials where needed.
Ability to understand written or verbal instructions and communicate verbally with coworkers and supervisors.
Ability to work extended shifts as needed to meet business demands.
Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen.

Responsibilities

Visually inspect tools and equipment at the beginning of each shift and notify a supervisor or maintenance of needed repairs or replacements.
Read instructions, plans, and cut lists; measure, hold, and position materials; and cut the correct number of parts to required specifications.
Safely operate saws to cut steel parts for production.
Safely operate grinders and other appropriate tools to remove rough edges, surplus metal, surplus weld, or scale.
Move materials manually, with a forklift, or with an overhead crane to position heavy materials.
Use required personal protective equipment and follow Diamond Z safety policies and procedures.
Clean and organize the work area and appropriately dispose of scrap material and waste.
Assist with special projects and perform other tasks as assigned or needed.

Benefits

Competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance policies.
401(k) options with up to 4% company match.
$20,000 employee life insurance policy paid for by Diamond Z.
Gain Sharing Employee Incentive Plan available after a 30-day waiting period.
Prorated first-year PTO after completing a 90-day probationary period.
Graduated PTO schedule based on company seniority at the 1-year, 5-year, and 10-year anniversaries.
Optional supplemental long- and short-term disability policies.
Employee discount on purchased tools and items.
Reduced-cost company-branded uniforms.
Voluntary life insurance for the employee, spouse, and children, with guaranteed issue.