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Metals USA

Order Filler

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What they do

A Forklift or Pallet Jack Operator operates forklift machinery used to lift heavy loads or pallets at a construction site, warehouse or factory.

$45,713 / year median in Pennsylvania

+2% projected growth

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Job Description

Metals USA is seeking an order filler in Langhorne (Bucks County) PA. Metals USA is a solid, growth oriented, carbon-steel (plate, beam, tube) distribution center servicing the defense, commercial, construction, aerospace and fabrication industries. Executes customer work orders and prepares the product for shipment. Pulls, assembles customer orders, inspects the order, and loads the truck for delivery. Operates overhead cranes to load/unload trucks. Operates forklifts (5k or 10k) to load/unload trucks. Receives and returns items into stock inventory as needed. Transports material from storage and/or worksites to designated areas using either an overhead crane or forklift. Secures lifting attachments to materials and transports to the load destination using a crane or hoist, or signals crane or hoisting operators to move load to destination. Valid OSHA Forklift/Overhead Crane Certification preferred; willing to train
Physical Demands:
Occupation requires physical activity more than 66% of the time (> 5.5 hours per day) Stand, walk, sit, handling/fingering, reach outward, reach above shoulder, climb, squat or kneel or bend Must use 3 points of contact when going up and down a flatbed of a truck. Must the company approved platform ladders. Lift, carry, push and/or pull 51 - 100 lbs. with assistance
Other Physical Requirements:
Must wear the proper personal protective equipment (PPE) Steel-toed boots Hard hats with chin strap; chin strap must be worn at all times while on elevated surfaces Protective eyewear Hand protection Arm guards/sleeves Hearing protection if required by the hearing conservation program
Work Environment :
May be exposed to some of the following working conditions. Environmental temperature changes hot & cold Working inside and outside of the warehouse Moderate to loud noise levels Vibration Oils, dust, fumes and metallic particles Day and night shifts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . High School Graduate or Equivalent. Basic mathematic skills to calculate and convert decimals and fractions. Basic reading and writing comprehension in English (to read instructions, work orders, safety and policies/manuals). Proficient measuring skills and the ability to read measuring tapes, micrometers and calipers. Metals USA offers a competitive starting hourly rate of $22.11 + $1.00 shift differential and benefits plus upward professional growth. Metals USA is committed to protecting our employees by creating and maintaining a workplace free of substance abuse. "Metals USA provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability."
Pay:
From $23.11 per hour
Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Referral program Vision insurance
Work Location:
In person