Metals USA has an immediate opening for a Material Handler Load Crew -- 2nd Shift in the Waggaman, LA Facility. The Material Handler performs duties related to the storage and movement of inventory or equipment.

Hourly pay range - $18/hr and up depending on experience

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Receives, places/returns items into stock inventory locations.
• Tags materials for proper identification
• Pulls and assembles customer orders in order of delivery.
• Operates yard truck for the purpose of loading and unloading trailers.
• Operates cranes to load/unload trailers.
• Operates forklift (5k or 10k) to load/unload trailers.
• Securing loaded material onto truck and may load and unload materials.
• Completes and documents production and quality paperwork; follow shop system data collection procedures.
• Performs tasks that include grinding and using an oxy fuel torch.
• Maintains work areas in a clean, orderly, and safe manner, including the return of tools and equipment to designated areas.
• Assures all machine operation centers are timely loaded with material for production.
• Notifies management of product discrepancies, equipment malfunctions and/or personal injuries.
• Regular and predictable attendance is required to perform the duties of a Material Handler.
• Restocks material.

Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED
• Minimum 18 years of age
• Basic arithmetic skills to calculate and convert decimals and fractions.
• Ability to comprehend oral and written communication.
• Proficient measuring skills and the ability to read measuring tapes, micrometers, and calipers.
• Ability to stand for long periods of time.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings and documents, blueprints.
• Industrial warehouse experience preferred.
• Experience working with Heavy Equipment preferred.
• Overhead Crane/forklift experience required.
• Detail oriented with ability to inspect material for quality.
• Valid OSHA Forklift Certification
• Valid Overhead Crane Certification
• Candidate must pass a pre-employment drug screen.

Metals USA offers a competitive starting salary and benefits plus upward mobility professional growth.

Metals USA provides equal employment & affirmative action opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disability.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Evening shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• warehouse: 1 year (Preferred)

Shift availability:

• Night Shift (Preferred)

Work Location: In person