Materials Handler

VOLT•Mansfield, OH

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Volt is immediately hiring Material Handler in Mansfield, OH 44906. As a Material Handler, you will measure, design, and construct heavy-duty custom crates, skids, and pallets tailored to the unique dimensions and weight distributions of large-scale industrial actuators. You will safely and effectively operate a variety of industrial power tools, including circular saws, table saws, drills, and planers, maximizing material yield and minimizing lumber waste. You will orchestrate the safe rigging, lifting, and positioning of oversized, heavy units using overhead cranes, hoists, and forklifts to prevent product damage and ensure workplace safety. You will read, analyze, and execute operations based on daily shipping schedules, material bills, and specialized domestic or international shipping instructions. You will inspect finished crates and securing mechanisms to ensure compliance and transit safety requirements. You will monitor shipping material stock levels and maintain a clean, organized, and safe industrial work area.

Requirements

Minimum of 1 year of experience in a manufacturing, construction, carpentry, or industrial warehousing environment.
Proven ability to read blueprints, layout drawings, and standard measuring instruments to execute precise lumber cuts.
Position requires to successfully obtain and maintain internal forklift and overhead crane operation certifications within 90 days of hire.
Position requires to lift to 50 lbs. unassisted, stand for extended periods, and safely navigate an active manufacturing floor.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience operating overhead bridge cranes and performing heavy rigging operations.
Existing forklift certification or multi-directional lift experience.
Background in industrial carpentry, framing, or custom crating for freight.
Demonstrated track record of upward mobility or strong potential to transition into advanced manufacturing career paths.

Responsibilities

Measure, design, and construct heavy-duty custom crates, skids, and pallets tailored to the unique dimensions and weight distributions of large-scale industrial actuators.
Safely and effectively operate a variety of industrial power tools, including circular saws, table saws, drills, and planers, maximizing material yield and minimizing lumber waste.
Orchestrate the safe rigging, lifting, and positioning of oversized, heavy units using overhead cranes, hoists, and forklifts to prevent product damage and ensure workplace safety.
Read, analyze, and execute operations based on daily shipping schedules, material bills, and specialized domestic or international shipping instructions.
Inspect finished crates and securing mechanisms to ensure compliance and transit safety requirements.
Monitor shipping material stock levels and maintain a clean, organized, and safe industrial work area.