Shipping and Receiving Materials Handler - 2nd Shift

Insteel Industries•Hickman, KY
•$17 - $19•Onsite

About The Position

Insteel is hiring a full-time Shipping and Receiving Materials Handler for a second-shift role in a fast-paced, safety-focused industrial manufacturing environment. The regular schedule is Monday through Friday, 3:00 PM to 11:00 PM. Required training takes place on first shift, Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, for approximately 90–120 days. The role handles raw materials and finished steel products, supports production staging, shipping, receiving, inventory activities, and product inspections. The position requires work in a heavy manufacturing plant around machinery and environmental conditions such as loud noise, heat, cold, dust, vibration, and slippery surfaces. Personal protective equipment and adherence to safety protocols are essential. Insteel emphasizes operating at ALARA (As Low As Reasonably Achievable) risk levels, with a goal of zero harm to people, the community, and the environment.

Requirements

  • At least 2 years of forklift experience; experience with heavy materials is preferred.
  • Strong attention to safety and detail.
  • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds; the physical demands section also describes frequent handling of heavy materials, often over 50 pounds.
  • Basic computer and math skills.
  • Ability to work in a team environment.
  • Ability to meet the physical demands of a heavy manufacturing environment, including standing, walking, bending, stooping, crouching, lifting or carrying materials, repetitive motions, and working comfortably at heights requiring fall protection.
  • Ability to tolerate exposure to machinery, loud noise, heat, cold, wet or humid conditions, slippery surfaces, vibration, dust, and other industrial hazards, and to use required personal protective equipment.
  • Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States; applicants residing outside the U.S. who require visa sponsorship cannot be considered.

Nice To Haves

  • Forklift experience with heavy materials.

Responsibilities

  • Operate forklifts to move raw materials and finished product.
  • Load flatbed trucks with steel materials.
  • Stage materials for production.
  • Perform basic inventory entries and cycle counts.
  • Keep the work area clean and safe.
  • Inspect product quality.

Benefits

  • Competitive pay, with starting rate dependent on experience.
  • Bonus opportunities.
  • Paid vacation and holidays.
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • 401(k) with company match.
  • Company-paid life and disability insurance.
  • Tuition reimbursement.
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