Entry Level Applied Mathematics Jobs in Indiana (NOW HIRING)

You're invited to our Material Handlers Hiring Event on Tuesday, August 4th, 2026. This is your chance to meet our team, learn about open roles, and interview on the same day.

Please RSVP with a specific time between 8:30 AM and 11:30 AM, arrive in long pants and closedtoe shoes, ready to interview. Please note, you can spend up to 2 hours here to get through the entire interview process.

Bring your updated resume and come prepared to share your story, ask questions, and discover how your skills could make an impact here. Whether you're just starting out or looking for your next step, this offers direct access to hiring managers and a clear path to a new opportunity.

Worthington Steel in Porter, IN is hiring Material Handlers to support our packaging operations. We're not just hiring for a job - we're looking for people who want to build a career and advance within our company. Prior manufacturing experience is helpful but not required - we provide training and clear paths for growth.

Please note: This hiring event is limited to new applicants. Individuals who have previously applied or interviewed are not eligible to attend. Prior applications remain on file and will be reviewed as future openings arise.

What You'll Get

• Starting pay: $20.00/hour
• $2.00/hour shift premium for 2nd and 3rd shift
• Paid training on 1st shift (7am-3pm)
• Clear path to advancement - many employees grow into skilled roles or leadership positions
• A strong safety-focused, team-oriented work environment 

Schedule

• Train on 1st shift (7am-3pm) for the first few months
• After training, transition to:
• 2nd shift (3pm-11pm) OR
• 3rd shift (11pm-7am)
• Shift premium applies once you move off 1st shift 

What You'll Do

You'll play an important role in keeping production running safely and efficiently. Day-to-day work includes:

• Banding, packaging, and preparing materials for shipment
• Moving steel materials using forklifts and/or cranes
• Supporting production lines by staging materials and removing finished product
• Assisting with basic machine setup and operation
• Tracking and labeling materials accurately
• Keeping work areas clean and safe 

What We're Looking For

Must-Have:

• Ability to work on your feet and handle physical, repetitive tasks
• Basic math and reading skills
• Attention to detail and commitment to safety
• Willingness to learn and work as part of a team
• Excellent attendance
• Desire to grow, take initiative, and build a long-term career

Nice-to-Have (not required):

• Previous manufacturing or warehouse experience
• Mechanical aptitude
• Experience reading a tape measure or using banding tools
• Forklift or crane experience

People who do well in this role tend to be dependable, motivated, and interested in growing within a manufacturing environment.

Why Worthington Steel?

We believe our people are our most important asset. Many of our team members start in entry-level roles and grow into higher-level positions across the company. If you're someone who wants to learn, work hard, and build a long-term career, you'll have the opportunity to do that here.

Hesitant to apply because you may not meet every specific requirement? If this role is something you are interested in, but your previous experience doesn't exactly align, we encourage you to apply! At Worthington Steel we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. We recognize that individuals with diverse experiences and backgrounds are essential to our success. You may be the perfect candidate for this role or others within our organization.

Worthington Steel (NYSE:WS) is a metals processor that partners with customers to deliver highly technical and customized solutions. Worthington Steel's expertise in carbon flat-roll steel processing, electrical steel laminations and tailor welded solutions are driving steel toward a more sustainable future.

As one of the most trusted metals processors in North America, Worthington Steel and its approximately 6,000 employees harness the power of steel to advance our customers' visions through value-added processing capabilities including galvanizing, pickling, configured blanking, specialty cold reduction, lightweighting and electrical lamination. Headquartered in Columbus, Ohio, Worthington Steel operates 37 facilities in seven states and 10 countries. Following a people-first Philosophy, commitment to sustainability and proven business system, Worthington Steel's purpose is to generate positive returns by providing trusted and innovative solutions for customers, creating opportunities for employees and strengthening its communities.

Worthington Steel Inc., and its subsidiaries, is an equal employment opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered regardless of race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, disability or veteran's status.