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Material Handler/Forklift Operator – 1st Shift
Columbus, OH, US
Light Industrial
High School or equivalent
Full Time, Temporary
$22.00
Experienced (Non-Manager)
On-site
Manufacturing - Other
First Shift (Day)
Columbus, OH, US
$22.00
Experienced (Non-Manager)
Full Time, Temporary
Manufacturing - Other
On-site
Light Industrial
High School or equivalent
First Shift (Day)
Job details
Material Handler / Forklift Operator in Gahanna
Full-Time | Monday–Friday | 7:00 a.m.–3:30 p.m. | $22/hr
Temp to Hire
Are you experienced with forklift operation and material handling? Interested in working in a fast-paced, precision steel manufacturing environment with state-of-the-art equipment? We want to hear from you!
Position Overview
As a Material Handler / Forklift Operator, you will play a vital role in safely and efficiently transporting materials and products throughout our busy production facility.
Key Responsibilities
- Safely operate sit-down, stand-up, and reach forklifts, cherry pickers, and pallet jacks
- Load, unload, and maneuver large skids, containers of banded sheet metal and/or copper bar stock
- Prepare products and materials for shipment and production flow
- Track and record inventory movements
- Receive shipments using basic computer entry (no scan guns)
- Always adhere to strict workplace safety procedures
Qualifications
- 5–10 years of material handling/forklift experience with a reliable work history
- Proven experience loading, unloading, and maneuvering large materials (sheet metal/copper bar stock ideal)
- Background in metal manufacturing or job shop production preferred
- Comfortable with physically demanding tasks
- Basic computer literacy to process received materials
- Strong work ethic and commitment to safety
Why Work With Us?
- Competitive wage: $22/hour (negotiable with proven experience)
- Modern facility with high-mix/high-volume workflows and advanced automation
- Supportive team environment focusing on forward-thinking, safe, and clean operations
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