Job Title: 3rd Shift Material Handler

Job Description

The material handler will begin with a month of training, focusing on general clean-up, learning color codes for steel, warehouse placement, and crane operation based on previous experience. Candidates must be prepared to walk for 8-10 hour shifts, covering roughly 8 miles a day, and be comfortable working both indoors and outdoors, exposed to various weather conditions. The role involves operating cranes, loading flatbed trailers and railcars, rigging, inventory management, and adhering to safety rules.

ResponsibilitiesPerform general clean-up and learn color codes for steel.Operate indoor and outdoor cranes.Load flatbed trailers and railcars, including rigging and climbing onto flatbeds.Receive inventory and move materials using overhead cranes.Fill out shipping reports and bills of lading.Ensure safety by adhering to all safety rules and being visible to other associates.Possibly train to operate saws, brake operators, and forklifts.Learn and retain inventory system based on color-coded beam ends.Essential SkillsWarehouse inventory management.Heavy industry experience.Material handling and equipment operation.Crane operation and truck loading.1-2 years of construction or manufacturing experience.Experience with machine operation, forklift, bobcat, overhead crane, and band saw.Ability to read a tape measure.Ability to lift up to 50lbs and operate heavy equipment safely.Additional Skills & QualificationsHeavy industrial or construction experience required.Experience with overhead cranes in a heavy industry or military setting preferred.Candidates from traditional warehouse settings (e.g., Amazon, food logistics) will not be a fit.Must be flexible for day shift training for a few days up to 2 weeks before moving to their regular shift.Why Work Here?

This position offers a competitive starting wage with the potential for shares that can enhance your paycheck based on company profitability. The incentive program guarantees additional earnings on top of the hourly rate, providing a stable income. The company culture supports promotions to roles such as forklift or machine operator, and the staff is very satisfied with the recent changes to the compensation structure.

Work Environment

The work environment includes both indoor and outdoor settings, with exposure to extreme temperatures due to the steel storage areas. The facility spans 200,000 square feet and has a construction-like atmosphere. Safety gear including hard hats, steel-toed boots, and safety vests is mandatory. All current openings are on the second shift, starting at 2:30 PM for a 2:45 PM safety meeting.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Petersburg, Virginia.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $20.00

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Petersburg,VA.

Application Deadline

This position will be accepting applications until Jan 20, 2025.

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\n About Aerotek:\n\n

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

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Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

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The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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