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Jireh Metal Products Inc

Steel Handler

Grandville, MI · On-site

$16 - $19.25/hr

JIREH METAL PRODUCTS Steel Handler Location: Grandville, MI Reports To: Production Manager Interfaces With: Production, Quality, Engineering, Maintenance, Tool Room, Scheduling, Material Handling ...

Jireh Metal

Steel Handler

Grandville, MI · On-site

$16 - $19.25/hr

Description JIREH METAL PRODUCTS Steel Handler Location: Grandville, MI Reports To: Production Manager Interfaces With: Production, Quality, Engineering, Maintenance, Tool Room, Scheduling, Material ...

Jireh Metals

Steel Handler- Production

Grandville, MI · On-site

$18.50 - $22.50/hr

JIREH METAL PRODUCTS Steel Handler Location: Grandville, MI Reports To: Production Manager Interfaces With: Production, Quality, Engineering, Maintenance, Tool Room, Scheduling, Material Handling ...

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As of Aug 25, 2026, the average hourly pay for steel handler in the United States is $17.97, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.87 and $18.75 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Steel Handler vs Crane Operator?

AspectSteel HandlerCrane Operator
Required CertificationsForklift license, OSHA safety trainingCrane operation certification, OSHA safety training
Work EnvironmentFactories, construction sites, warehousesConstruction sites, industrial facilities
Employer & Industry UsageSteel mills, manufacturing plantsConstruction, shipping yards
Common Search & ComparisonYesYes

Steel handlers and crane operators both work in industrial environments requiring safety certifications. Steel handlers focus on moving steel using forklifts and hand tools, while crane operators operate cranes to lift heavy materials. Both roles are essential in construction and manufacturing industries, often overlapping in work sites but differing in equipment and specific skills.

What is a steel handler job description?

A steel handler is responsible for loading, unloading, and moving steel materials using equipment such as forklifts and cranes. They inspect materials for damage, ensure proper stacking and safety procedures, and often work in construction or manufacturing environments. Basic knowledge of safety protocols and physical strength are essential for this role.
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Steel Handler

Jireh Metal Products Inc

Grandville, MI • On-site

$16 - $19.25/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 7 days ago

Job description

Description:

JIREH METAL PRODUCTS

Job Description: Steel Handler

Location: Grandville, MI

Reports To: Production Manager

Interfaces With: Production, Quality, Engineering, Maintenance, Tool Room, Scheduling, Material Handling, Purchasing

Role Purpose

  • Safely receive, inspect, move, store, and stage steel coils to support production requirements and production machines
  • Maintain accurate steel identification, weights, inventory transactions, and material locations in Plex
  • Support press operations, coil changes, equipment readiness, and the safe and efficient flow of material throughout the facility
  • Maintain a safe, clean, and organized steel bay while supporting production and other departments as needed

Core Accountabilities

Safety and Equipment Operation

  • Complete required daily safety inspections and safely operate forklifts, overhead cranes, crane scales, and other material-handling equipment
  • Identify and promptly report equipment concerns, unsafe conditions, damaged material, and repair needs
  • Maintain current forklift and overhead crane certifications

Steel Receiving and Inventory Control

  • Unload incoming steel coils and verify material thickness, width, condition, and receiving documentation
  • Complete required Plex transactions to receive, transfer, stage, reweigh, retag, or reject coils as necessary
  • Maintain accurate coil identification, weights, tags, system locations, and receiving paperwork

Production Support

  • Review shift communication and the production schedule to understand daily priorities and material requirements
  • Pre-stage and deliver steel coils to production to support scheduled jobs and minimize downtime
  • Assist Press Operators with coil changes, machine setups, and other material-related activities

Department and Facility Support

  • Maintain a clean, safe, and organized steel bay by removing banding, debris, and other materials
  • Complete daily 5S requirements and support housekeeping activities throughout the facility
  • Support Engineering with coil strips for tooling tryouts and development activities
  • Support Quality with sorting or reworking nonconforming product according to established instructions and required production rates
  • Assist Operations with trash, cardboard, scrap hoppers, and other assigned activities as time allows


Requirements:

Education and Experience

  • Must be able to read and write
  • High school diploma or equivalent required

Physical Requirements

  • Good hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity
  • Ability to lift, carry, and move up to 35 pounds independently
  • Frequent standing, walking, bending, twisting, reaching, and climbing
  • Ability to safely operate material-handling equipment throughout the workday

Travel Requirements

  • Minimal travel required for this position

Language Requirements

  • Must be able to read and write in English

Personal Protective Equipment

  • Safety glasses and hearing protection are required in all manufacturing areas
  • Additional PPE must be worn as required by the task or work area

Work Environment

  • Manufacturing environment with continuous noise and moving equipment
  • Exposure to dust, grease, moisture, fumes, strong odors, chemicals, heated tanks, and varying temperatures
  • Potential exposure to cuts, burns, and other manufacturing hazards requiring strict adherence to safety procedures
  • Intermittent exposure to outdoor weather conditions

Key Performance Indicators

  • Safe operation of forklifts, overhead cranes, crane scales, and other material-handling equipment
  • Completion of the Steel Handler training requirements identified in Form O3055 and demonstration of the required skills to the Team Leader
  • Proficiency in required Plex transactions, including receiving product, moving containers, creating or reprinting tags, adjusting weights, and rejecting coils
  • Accuracy of steel receiving, material identification, coil weights, tags, inventory locations, and receiving documentation
  • Timely staging and delivery of steel to support production schedules and minimize material-related downtime
  • Proper use of measuring devices and material-handling procedures
  • Steel bay cleanliness, organization, and daily 5S performance
  • Maintenance of current forklift and overhead crane certifications