Material Handler

UPG Enterprises & Affiliates•Libertyville, IL

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Metalex LLC is a growing steel service center that has been in business for almost 60 years. Metalex is looking hire a Material Handler to join our dynamic team! Successful candidates will have ideally worked in the steel industry (but not required) and have a solid level of experience with the types of specialized products and services produced by steel service centers. We are looking for a detail-oriented candidate that is eager to learn and grow in this fast-paced environment. We strive to build strong relationships with our customers by providing high level of service, value-add opportunities, and professionalism in all interactions, allowing us to become a valued member of their supply chain and production teams.

Requirements

Verbal and written communication in English.
Read blueprints, both English and metric.
Certified forklift driver for standup & sit-down forklifts.
Crane certified preferred.
Knowledge of company policies, shop and safety rules.
Understanding of ISO 9001:2015.
Basic understanding of inspection equipment as it pertains to material identification.
Basic math skills.
As required, ability to perform repetitive bending, kneeling, and lift cumbersome and or heavy objects (up to 50 lbs).

Responsibilities

Ability to efficiently locate/stage raw/WIP material at work centers for upcoming production orders.
As well as the ability to efficiently remove completed loads and reload new skids/pallets (where applicable) to work centers to minimize machine downtime.
Understand the Move Ticket, Material I.D. and Routing systems to ensure proper part identification and delivery of parts within and between departments.
Perform forklift inspection daily per applicable safety procedures.
Know the safety rules that apply to material handling and stacking.
Know customer shipping requirements and applicable procedures.
General housekeeping pertaining to material handling; i.e., emptying scrap hoppers to appropriate scrap dumpsters outside.
As well as ensuring that there is no scrap buildup outside near scrap containers.
Removal, proper storage of extra skids.
Comply with all health and safety procedures.
Required to train other employees.
Other duties as assigned by Supervisor or Department Assistant.