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Material Handler- 1st shift

thyssenkrupp Materials NA, Inc.
Wallingford, CT Full Time
POSTED ON 11/27/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/26/2026
Company With around 480 locations in over 40 countries, thyssenkrupp Materials Services is the biggest materials distributor and service provider in the western world. The broad service spectrum offered by the materials experts enables customers to focus on their individual core business. The area of Materials Services spans two strategic areas: global materials distribution as one-stop-shop - from steel and stainless steel, tubes and pipes, nonferrous metals and specialty materials to plastics and raw materials - and tailored services in the areas of materials management and supply chain management. An extensive omnichannel architecture offers 250,000 customers worldwide cross-channel, round-the-clock access to more than 150,000 products and services. A highly efficient logistics system ensures that all requested services are smoothly integrated into customer production processes "just-in-time" or "just-in-sequence. Copper and Brass Divison Sales is a distributor and processor of aluminum, stainless steel, copper, brass, bronze and more quality materials serving markets across North America, including Canada and Mexico. By providing customers with what they want, when they need it, Copper and Brass Sales is able to help them succeed in today's challenging global business environment. The company's focus on the Aerospace, Automotive, Electrical, Medical and Oil & Gas Industries allows them to offer these market segments expertise specific to their needs. The daily commitment of its employees to provide premium service focused on the customer first has earned Copper and Brass Sales the position of a respected leader in the nonferrous metals industry for over 80 years. Your responsibilities Job Summary

Responsible for movement of raw materials, finished products, and equipment throughout the facility using a forklift truck. May also utilize cranes, hoists, hand trucks, and other moving equipment to meet job requirements. Performs work under direct supervision. Handles basic issues and problems.

Job Description

Now Hiring: 1st Shift Material Handler

Location: Wallingford, CT
Pay: $20.00/hour plus monthly bonus potential
Shift: Monday through Friday 9am-5:30pm

Must be available to work OT if needed.

Are you a hands-on worker who thrives in a fast-paced warehouse environment? Do you have forklift experience and a strong attention to detail? If so, we want you on our team!

We're currently looking for a Material Handler to join our 1st shift crew. This role is key to keeping our operations running smoothly-from stocking and packing to loading, unloading, and operating machinery. If you're reliable, safety-conscious, and enjoy physical work, this could be the perfect fit.

What You'll Be Doing:

  • Operate forklifts to move and stock materials accurately.
  • Select, package, and prepare products for customer orders.
  • Load and unload trucks-verifying contents match shipping documents.
  • Use tools like saws to cut materials as needed.
  • Perform cycle counts and maintain inventory accuracy.
  • Keep your area clean and organized.
  • Conduct daily forklift inspections and report issues.
  • Follow all safety, ISO, and 6S standards.
  • Assist with other warehouse tasks as needed.

What You'll Need:

  • High school diploma/GED
  • Ability to read and write English (in Quebec, must read and write French)
  • Ability to lift and carry up to 70 lbs. for 100 feet
  • Ability to perform basic math skills
  • Previous forklift experience
  • Must be able to sit for long periods of time and perform bending, twisting, squatting, reaching and grasping motions
  • Safety Mindset

Preferred Requirements:

  • Use of handheld measuring tools
  • Basic computer skills and knowledge, such as with database programs and Microsoft Office programs.

Why You'll Love Working With Us:

  • Competitive pay
  • Opportunity for overtime pay
  • A team that values safety, precision, and hard work
  • Hands-on, active work environment!

Apply today and bring your skills to a team where hard work gets noticed. Let's move some material!

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirement for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements.

This position has been identified as "safety sensitive" by thyssenkrupp under applicable laws. Accordingly, any application for this position that is considered for employment with thyssenkrupp requires successful completion of pre-employment drug testing, which may include testing for marijuana in accordance with any applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Job Compensation

$19.69 - $26.64

Benefits Overview

We offer competitive company benefits to eligible positions, such as:

  • Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
  • Life Insurance and Disability
  • Voluntary Wellness Programs
  • 401(k) or RRSP programs with Company Match
  • Paid Vacation and Holidays
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • And more!

Benefits may vary based on job, country, union role, and/or company segment. Please work with your recruiter or tk representative for applicable benefits information.

Disclaimer

This is to notify the general public that some individuals/entities are using the thyssenkrupp ("TK") name, trademark, domain name, and logo without authorization. They are posing as employees, representatives, or agents of TK and its associated/group companies. These individuals/entities are fraudulently offering jobs online through texts, websites, telephone calls, emails, or by issuing fake offer letters. They are also soliciting jobseekers to deposit money in certain bank accounts or providing jobseekers with fraudulent checks to obtain banking information.


TK does not ask, solicit, or accept any monies in any form from candidates, job applicants, or potential jobseekers, who have applied to or wish to apply to TK, whether online or otherwise as a pre-employment requirement. TK bears no responsibility for money being deposited/withdrawn therefrom in response to such fake offers.


TK does not:


1. Send job offers from free email services like Gmail, Rediffmail, Yahoo mail, etc.;
2. Request payment of any kind from prospective jobseekers or candidates for employment;
3. Authorize anyone to collect money or agree to any monetary arrangement in return for a job at TK;
4. Send checks to job seekers; or
5. Make job offers through third parties. In the event TK uses professional recruitment services through a third party, offers are always made directly by TK and not by any third parties.

PLEASE NOTE:


1. TK strongly recommends that potential jobseekers do not respond to such fake solicitations, in any manner;
2. TK will not be responsible to anyone acting on an employment offer that is not directly made by TK;
3. Anyone making an employment offer in return for money is not authorized by TK; and
4. TK reserves the right to take legal action, including criminal action, against such individuals/entities.


TK follows a formal recruitment process through its own HR department and applications are evaluated by its HR department through pre-defined processes. Please visit our official careers website at https://jobs.thyssenkrupp.com/en to view authentic job openings at TK.


If you receive any unauthorized, suspicious, or fraudulent offers or interview calls, please email us at tkmna.employee.care@thyssenkrupp-materials.com.


We shall not accept any liability towards the representation made in any fraudulent communication or its consequences, and such fraudulent communication shall not be treated as any kind of offer or representation by TK or its group companies and affiliates.

Your profile
thyssenkrupp Materials NA Inc is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, genetics, disability, gender identity, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other protected characteristic required by applicable law.

Applicants with disabilities who require reasonable accommodation in connection with the application process are encouraged to contact us at recruitingaccomodation@thyssenkrupp.com

 

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