Material Handler
Company Overview:
Grid Structures, a division of Southland Steel, was launched to provide a better solution for steel poles and structures to the electric utility and renewable energy industries. We have compiled a team of industry experts to serve our clients with solutions that go beyond expectations. With production facilities located in Louisiana, Grid Structures is well positioned to serve projects nationwide. Grid Structures provides the backbone of Americas electric grid with quality, critical infrastructure, reliability, and national security.
Position Summary:
This position is responsible for numerous production related duties that include but are not limited to moving and organizing materials, following production schedules, and prepping, galvanizing, and finishing materials. This position will work closely with the Production Supervisor(s) to ensure an organized and efficient flow of materials through the plant while meeting established daily, weekly, monthly, and yearly goals.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Hanging and prepping materials for the galvanizing process in a safe and organized manner.
- Operating overhead cranes and/or forklifts as necessary.
- Following company production and safety procedures.
- Cleaning, packaging, and finishing materials after the galvanizing process is complete.
- Tracking all materials that are on site, both company stock and customer materials.
- Keeping the yard and materials neat and organized.
- Completing all other reasonable tasks assigned by the Supervisor or the General Manager.
- Communicating with the General Manager, and Supervisor(s) as necessary.
Qualifications and Requirements:
- Ability to communicate effectively both written and verbally.
- Must possess problem solving and communication skills.
- Must be team oriented, motivated, and dependable.
- Ability to work 10-hour shifts, or until the job is complete, outside in all weather conditions.
- Ability to multitask and stay focused in a fast-paced work environment.
- Ability to occasionally move / lift items weighing up to 100 lbs.
- Effectively and safely utilizes ladders, man lifts, forklifts, overhead cranes, etc. Ascend or descend ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles and the like, using feet and legs and/or hands and arms.
- Must be able to work in an open environment for long shifts (including weekends) exposed to extreme temperatures, standing entire shift.
- Must have the ability to concentrate on tasks for long periods of time and be able to observe and receive information from all relevant sources.
- The worker is required to have visual acuity to make general observations of facilities or structures.
Physical and Safety Requirements:
- Valid drivers license.
- Ability to communicate effectively both written and orally is mandatory.
- Must possess problem solving and communication skills.
- Must be team oriented, motivated and dependable.
- Ability to work 10-hour shifts, or until the job is complete, outside in all weather conditions.
- Ability to multitask and stay focused in a fast-paced work environment.
- Ability to occasionally move / lift items weighing up to 100 lbs.
- Effectively and safely utilizes ladders, man lifts, forklifts, overhead cranes, etc. Ascend or descend ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles and the like, using feet and legs and/or hands and arms.
- Must be able to work in an open environment for long shifts (including weekends) exposed to extreme temperatures, standing entire shift.
- Must have the ability to concentrate on tasks for long periods of time and be able to observe and receive information from all relevant sources.
- The worker is required to have visual acuity to make general observations of facilities or structures.
SAFETY REQUIREMENTS:
- Must be at least 18 years old.
- Adhere to all Southland Steel Fabricators, Inc. Safety Rules, Policies, and Procedures.
- Attending all required safety meetings.
- Inspect the tools and equipment prior to work each day to ensure they are free of defects.
- Always use hand and power tools safely with correct guards in place.
- Wear personal protective equipment in accordance with policy and adequate for specific tasks.
Join our dedicated team at Grid Structures and play a vital role in the successful completion of projects for the electric utility industry. Apply today and be part of our commitment to delivering exceptional steel fabrication services to the electric utility sector across the nation.
We offer a competitive salary and benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K).
Grid Structures is an EEO employer.
Grid Structures is a drug-free workplace. Position requires pre-employment screens.