Material Handler (Rigging & Overhead Crane Operations)

NOW HIRING: MATERIAL HANDLER (RIGGING & OVERHEAD CRANE OPERATIONS)

Location: 531 Old Swede Road, Douglassville, PA 19518
Schedule: Full-time hours | Monday-Friday | 5:00AM-1:30PM
Compensation: Competitive hourly rate based on experience, technical capability, education, and market data—compensation level will align with demonstrated knowledge, applicable experience, and ability to contribute independently

Build What Matters. Be Part of Something That Lasts.

At American Crane & Equipment Corporation (ACECO), we design, build, and service custom engineered lifting solutions used in critical industries where precision, safety, and reliability matter—and we invest in the people who make that possible. We're looking for a Material Handler to support our manufacturing operations by safely moving raw materials, fabricated components, assemblies, and finished products throughout our facility. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys operating equipment, working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, and playing a critical role in keeping production moving efficiently.

What This Role Really Is

This is not a warehouse picker or shipping clerk position. This is a hands-on manufacturing support role responsible for moving large materials and components throughout a heavy industrial environment using forklifts, overhead cranes, rigging equipment, and material handling tools. You will work closely with fabrication, machining, welding, assembly, quality, and shipping teams to ensure materials are delivered safely, accurately, and on time. The work is physical, fast-paced, and critical to the success of our manufacturing operations.

Who Thrives Here (and Who Doesn't)

You'll do well here if you:

• Take safety seriously
• Enjoy operating equipment and moving materials
• Stay organized and pay attention to detail
• Communicate well with teammates
• Take ownership of your work
• Can adapt to changing production priorities

This role is likely not a fit if you:

• Prefer sedentary or office-based work
• Struggle working around heavy equipment and industrial operations
• Dislike working in a fast-paced environment
• Need constant supervision to remain productive
• Are uncomfortable following established safety procedures

What Success Looks Like (First 90 Days)

First 30 Days

• Learn ACECO safety procedures, material flow processes, and shop layout
• Become familiar with production departments and staging locations
• Learn proper material identification, handling, and tracking practices
• Demonstrate safe work habits and dependable attendance

Days 31–60

• Independently support material movement activities throughout the facility
• Assist production teams with staging and delivery requirements
• Develop proficiency operating material handling equipment
• Contribute to safe and efficient workflow across departments

Days 61–90

• Consistently support production schedules through timely material delivery
• Demonstrate strong situational awareness and safe lifting practices
• Maintain material accuracy and organization
• Become a trusted resource supporting manufacturing operations

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Critical Role in Manufacturing

You'll help ensure materials, components, and finished products move safely and efficiently throughout the production process.

Equipment & Skill Development

Gain experience with forklifts, overhead cranes, rigging systems, and industrial material handling operations.

Team-Oriented Environment

Work closely with fabrication, machining, welding, assembly, shipping, and quality teams.

Stability & Growth

Join a growing organization with opportunities to build a long-term career in manufacturing operations.

What You'll Do

Material Movement & Transportation

• Transport raw materials, fabricated components, assemblies, and finished products throughout the facility
• Move materials between production bays, staging areas, storage locations, and shipping areas
• Support production flow by ensuring materials are available when and where needed
• Operate forklifts, overhead cranes, and other material handling equipment

Rigging & Lifting Operations

• Perform rigging activities using slings, shackles, lifting devices, and spreader bars
• Select appropriate lifting equipment based on load characteristics
• Inspect rigging equipment before use
• Safely move loads of varying sizes, weights, and configurations

Shipping & Receiving Support

• Load and unload trucks and trailers safely and efficiently
• Assist with shipment staging and material preparation
• Verify load securement and material placement
• Support customer delivery schedules

Inventory & Material Control

• Verify material identification, quantities, and locations
• Support inventory accuracy and material tracking efforts
• Assist with material organization and storage management
• Maintain staging areas and material flow processes

Safety & Equipment Care

• Conduct pre-use inspections of forklifts, cranes, and rigging equipment
• Report equipment defects and safety concerns promptly
• Maintain organized and safe work areas
• Follow all safety procedures and lifting practices

What We're Looking For

Education

• High school diploma or GED preferred

Experience

• Forklift operation experience preferred
• Overhead crane experience preferred
• Rigging and material handling experience preferred
• Manufacturing, fabrication, industrial equipment, steel processing, or heavy manufacturing experience preferred

Skills & Attributes

• Strong understanding of safe material handling practices
• Ability to prioritize multiple requests in a fast-paced environment
• Strong attention to detail and safety
• Ability to accurately identify materials and quantities
• Team-oriented mindset with strong communication skills
• Reliable attendance and strong work ethic

Preferred Qualifications

• Forklift certification
• Class A CDL (not required)

REQUIREMENTS

Work Environment & Physical Demands

What's In It For You?

• Competitive compensation based on experience and qualifications
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance available day one
• Wellness program
• Generous paid time off with annual rollover
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• 10 paid company holidays
• Tuition reimbursement opportunities
• Exposure to large-scale manufacturing operations
• Experience operating industrial material handling equipment
• Opportunities to expand technical skills and certifications
• Long-term career growth opportunities within manufacturing and operations

What to Expect From Our Hiring Process

Every application is reviewed by our team—we do not rely on automated screening tools.

We focus on candidates who demonstrate ownership, reliability, and attention to detail throughout the application process.

Qualified candidates typically hear from us within a few business days depending on applicant volume.

READY TO APPLY?

We hire people who show up, work hard, learn quickly, and take pride in what they do.

If that sounds like you, we encourage you to apply today.

• Submit your application online at Recruitment (adp.com)

Build what matters—and build your future with ACECO.

All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check and drug screen, subject to applicable laws and regulations.

American Crane & Equipment Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The company maintains and observes employment policies that do not discriminate against any person because of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, religion, disability, age, ancestry and any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. This applies to recruiting, hiring, training, compensation, overtime, job classifications, work assignments, promotions, demotions, layoffs, terminations, transfers, and all other conditions of employment.

This position requires:

• Valid proof of identity and authorization to work in the U.S. (Form I-9)
• Eligibility to access information or technology governed by U.S. export control laws, including 10 C.F.R. Part 810. If government authorization is required for access to controlled technology, employment or start date may be delayed or withdrawn in accordance with applicable law
• Certain positions and projects may require the ability to obtain and maintain unescorted access to nuclear facilities in compliance with NRC regulations (10 C.F.R. Parts 26 & 73)

The pay for this position is dependent on circumstances including an applicant’s skills and qualifications, certain degrees and certifications, prior job experience, market data, and other relevant factors.

American Crane & Equipment Corporation offers a wide array of comprehensive benefit programs and services including medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts to our benefits-eligible employees. Additional benefits include retirement savings plans like 401(k) and paid time off, paid holidays, and disability coverage. Some benefits offerings are subject to any legal requirements or limitations, employee eligibility status, and where the employee lives and/or works.

NOTE: American Crane & Equipment Corporation is not seeking assistance or accepting unsolicited resumes from search firms for employment opportunities, unless they have a written agreement for the position they are contacting us about. Regardless of past practice, all resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at American Crane & Equipment Corporation without a valid written search agreement in place for that position will be deemed the sole property of American Crane & Equipment Corporation, and no fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by American Crane & Equipment Corporation as a result of the referral or through other means.