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Material Handler - 1st Shift

Eastern Metal Supply
Waterbury, CT Full Time
POSTED ON 4/4/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/2/2026

Position Summary:

Under general supervision, check, store and organize materials from the warehouse.


Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

The following duties are typical of those performed by employees in this job title; however, employees may perform other related duties, and not all duties listed are necessarily performed by each employee in the job title:

  • Move materials and items from receiving or storage areas to shipping or to other designated areas
  • Sort and place materials or items on racks, shelves, or in bins according to predetermined sequence such as size, type, style, or product code
  • Restock material in assigned bin location; or fill requisitions for materials and distribute items to designated delivery trucks
  • Stack or assemble materials into bundles and band bundles together; package orders for shipping, pick up or truck delivery
  • Measure, cut and package material
  • Complete Material Movement paperwork
  • Open boxes, crates, and other containers
  • Examine stock for deterioration and defects, and reports findings
  • Assist in counting of physical inventory
  • Inspect Raymond fork lift daily for damages and report findings
  • Load and operate Raymond fork-lifts; load trucks for next day deliveries
  • Keep warehouse and work area organized at all times
  • Comply with Company and OSHA policies; participate in safety and accident preventative meetings
  • Wear safety equipment at all times
  • Perform facilities maintenance duties as needed
  • Other duties may be assigned to meet business needs


Qualifications:

  • Fork lift experience a plus, but not necessary
  • Basic math skills
  • Read tape measure
  • Must be able to work Monday-Friday


Work Environment/Physical Demands:

  • Lift and carry heavy material up to 50 lbs.; climb, crawl, and stoop to reach material; bend at the waist, kneel or crouch for extended periods of time; reach overhead, above the shoulders and horizontally


We are an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is valued and has equal access to opportunities.

WE ARE A DRUG FREE WORKPLACE.

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