2nd and 1st Shift Material Handler

Company: Lock Joint Tub
Location: South Bend
Posted on: February 17, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Description: HOURS 1st shift = 7am-3pm 2nd shift = 3pm-11pm 3rd shift = 11pm - 7am *Due to Union bumping rights, applicants must have shift flexibility* 2nd shift premium = $1.80/hr 3rd shift premium = $1.25/hr SUMMARY Retrieves WIP and/or finished goods from Mill production and/or Finishing production and places these products into the appropriate designated area. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Reads work order or follows oral instructions to ascertain material or containers to be moved. Conveys materials from storage or work sites to designated area. Removes material from mills or required in a manner as not to impede production. Visually inspects outside of lift for rust, weld splits, scratches and dents. Checks material tag number and matches material number on shop order. Checks for proper tag placement and makes correction if needed. Operates tow motors, overhead cranes and banding equipment. Ability to do functions of mill bander including blowing out of material. Does complete safety checklist on lift truck or crane for each shift worked. Inspects material for defects and follows appropriate measures for chips & scarfing, dents, rust and packaging. Lifts heavy objects with forklift and cleans work area, machines and equipment to assist machine operators. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES This job has no supervisory responsibilities. QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE Less than high school education; or at least 6th grade education or equivalent; up to one month related experience for training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. LANGUAGE SKILLS Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. MATHEMATICAL SKILLS Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, proportions, percentages, area, circumference and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry. REASONING ABILITY Ability to apply common sense to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations. CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS Certified Forklift Training. Overhead Crane Training a plus 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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. - Stand for long periods of time -Bend and stoop consistently - Lift and/or carry 50-75 lbs -Wear PPE (safety glasses, hearing protection and safety toed shoes) - Grip, grasp or twist using your hands and wrists - Work up to a 12 hour shift - Climb stairs WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts and vibrations. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions and extreme heat. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud. The employee must wear Personal Protective Equipment provided by the Company and be safety conscious. Requirements:

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