Material Handler Operator

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Follows, uses, implements and  strives for deeper understanding of  WSR 11 Rules of The Road.

• Perform and complete quality daily pre-operational (pre-op) checks before each start of the shift.  Submit to Steel Yard Supervisor as directed.

• Knowledgeable and safe operation of assigned equipment to transfer materials during unloading, loading, processing, and transfer to storage.

• Loading or unloading materials from or to designated vehicles including open top trailers, railcars and roll offs.

• Report any injury or damage of any kind immediately.

• Highly knowledgeable of material industry standards and grades.

• Prepare material for weighing and the recording of weight and other necessary product information on labels or tags or other document.

• Accurate, legible, and timely completion of unload paperwork (Outbound Loading Sheet or Unload Sheets), and/or reports. Secure all loading or unloading photos as required.  

• Attend and complete operator training & certification as requested.

• Knowledge of various attachments used with assigned material handler such as sling, electromagnet, grapple, or other attachment device.

• Prepare unprepared material for shipment.

• Remain aware of surrounding work environment to insure safe operation of equipment around other persons or equipment in the area.

• Performing other duties as assigned by direct supervisor or department manager.

Physical Demands 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  

While performing the duties of a Material Handler Operator, the employee is required to stand, walk, sit and reach with hands and arms. Required to talk and hear. Must be able to push, pull or carry up to thirty pounds.  Must be able to climb ladders and stairs. Must be able to utilize hand tools and operator controls.   

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

Full-time (40 hours per week) position, Monday through Friday in the hours of 7:30am to 4:30pm. Overtime hours during the week as needed. Weekend work on need basis.