Material Handler (Detail)

Cooper Steel of Virginia•Monroe, VA

52d•Onsite

About The Position

The Material Handler supports Cooper Steel of Virginia's goals, values, and philosophy by exhibiting the following behaviors: excellence, quality service, commitment, and accountability. As a member of the Cooper Steel team, performance includes demonstration of the following accountabilities: communication, teamwork, job knowledge and leadership. POSITION SUMMARY The Material Handler is responsible for staging detailed parts, building complete accessory “kits” for primary members, and safely operating overhead cranes and forklifts to move material throughout the shop.

Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Strong interpersonal skills; ability to communicate effectively with a diverse range of individuals; good judgment; ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously; ability to work effectively with others.
While performing certain duties of the job, the employee is required to squat, bend, twist, lift, pull, and reach.
Lifting is required up to 75 lbs.
Climbing is required up to 6 feet off the ground on a ladder or loading equipment.
Must be flexible in hours worked and willing to work overtime.

Responsibilities

Promote a strong quality culture throughout the company maintaining Cooper Steel of Virginia’s core priorities: Safety, Quality, Production
Separate and organize parts in designated staging areas to prevent loss, damage, or mix-ups
Build complete “kits” of accessory components required for each member
Stage material at workstations to maintain continuous workflow
Read and understand list to calculate material size and length
Understand units of measure, general mathematical equations
Using overhead cranes and forklifts
Operate equipment / machinery and perform other job duties necessary within the shop and yard
Use grinder to clean parts
Inspect tools and equipment daily before use and maintain in good working order
Other duties as assigned