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Insteel Industries Inc.

Machine Operator

Kingman, AZ

$20.50/hr

About Us Insteel Industries, established in 1953, began with humble beginnings, embracing strong values, and has its Headquarters in Mount Airy, NC. We are the nation's largest manufacturer of steel ...

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Shipping/ Receiving Material Handler-2nd Shift (2pm-10pm)

Insteel

Hazleton, PA • On-site

$16.50 - $20/hr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 21 days ago

Job description

Shipping / Receiving Material Handler - Outside
Do you prefer fresh air over fluorescent lights? Working outdoors instead of inside four walls? Then Insteel's Shipping and Receiving department is for you!
Position Snapshot
A Material Handler is expected to work safely when moving raw and finished materials in shipping areas using required equipment such as a diesel forklift tractor, and overhead lifting crane. It is the Material Handler's responsibility to be part of our safety culture by wearing the proper personal protective equipment, asking for assistance if needed, reporting all issues with materials and equipment, and staying safe. The Material handler needs to follow all company policies and procedures.
To be successful in this role you will:
  • Knowledge of safety equipment and safety procedures for shipping/receiving operations
  • Visually check the quality of the finished product
  • Loads and bands material as required
  • Cycle counts material and makes sub-inventory transfers in the computer system
  • Handles other duties as assigned within the shipping department
  • Always maintains good housekeeping/neat work area
  • Loads unloads, and bands material as required
  • Stores material in proper locations
  • Stages rod at the appropriate door for the production machines
  • Expected to be forklift and crane certified
Requirements and Education:
  • High School diploma or equivalent
  • Ability to complete simple forms and understand simple written instructions.
  • Ability to perform simple arithmetic skills involving addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions, and decimals.
  • An equivalent combination of education and work-related experience may be acceptable.

For your hard work, you receive:
  • Competitive base pay, paid weekly
  • Bonus eligibility based on organizational performance paid bi-weekly
  • Paid time off including holidays and vacation
  • Excellent benefits to include medical, dental, vision, company-paid life/short-term disability/long-term disability insurance, flexible spending accounts (FSA), health savings account (HSA), 401(k) with match, company-paid telehealth, stock purchase plan, tuition reimbursement assistance, and Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)

Job Type: Full time, 2pm-10pm, Monday through Friday, overtime available
For your hard work, you receive:
  • Competitive base pay with bonus eligibility based on company performance
  • Opportunity for professional growth
  • Paid time off including holidays and vacation
  • Excellent benefits to include medical, dental, vision, company paid life/short-term disability/long-term disability insurance, flexible spending accounts (FSA), health savings account (HSA), 401(k) with match, company paid tele-health, stock purchase plan, tuition reimbursement assistance, and Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)

These duties may be modified or changed at any time at the sole discretion of management either orally or in writing. The above statements are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of this position. All employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.
INSTEEL is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. If you are qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request an accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our career center as a result of your disability. To request accommodation, contact a Human Resources Representative.
Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to consider applicants residing in locations outside the US requiring Visa sponsorship at this time.
About the Company:
Insteel Industries is the nation's largest manufacturer of steel wire reinforcing products for concrete construction, including prestressed concrete strand and welded wire reinforcement such as engineered structural mesh and concrete pipe reinforcement. Founded in 1953 and headquartered in Mount Airy, NC, Insteel operates 11 manufacturing plants across the U.S. and has a dedicated engineering services division. As a publicly traded company, our goal is to be the supplier of choice by delivering superior value to our customers. Learn more at insteel.com/careers.
Fraud Prevention Notice:
Please note that Insteel Industries will never ask applicants to purchase equipment, send money, or provide payment information at any point in the hiring process. We may request certain personal information only after an official offer has been extended and the background check and drug screen have been successfully completed. If you receive a request for sensitive information or payment before these steps, it is not from our company. To protect yourself, please report any suspicious activity to our HR team by calling us at (336) 786-2141.

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