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Form of workFounded in 2014 by two successful entrepreneurs, UPG Enterprises LLC is a high growth, privately held operator of world-class diversified industrial businesses. Our family of companies has been built from more than 15 acquisitions in the metals, manufacturing, distribution, and logistics segments. Approaching $1.5B in annual revenue, the UPG portfolio of companies operates more than 3 million square feet of manufacturing space, a fleet of 200+ trucks, and over 21 production facilities across the U.S., Canada, and Mexico. We take a long-term approach to business and pride ourselves on having a lasting foundation built upon a strong culture, mutual respect, excellent team, and an innovative entrepreneurial spirit.
Metalex powered by UPG is a growing steel service center that has been in business for almost 60 years. Metalex is looking to hire a Material Handler to join our dynamic team! Successful candidates will ideally have worked in the steel industry (but not required) and have a solid level of experience with the types of specialized products and services produced by steel service centers. We are looking for a detail-oriented candidate that is eager to learn and grow in this fast-paced environment. We strive to build strong relationships with our customers by providing a high level of service, value-add opportunities, and professionalism in all interactions, allowing us to become a valued member of their supply chain and production teams.
Primary Duties & Responsibilities:
- Ability to efficiently locate/stage raw/WIP material at work centers for upcoming production orders. As well as the ability to efficiently remove completed loads and reload new skids/pallets (where applicable) to work centers to minimize machine downtime.
- understand the Move Ticket, Material I.D., and Routing systems to ensure proper part identification and delivery of parts within and between departments.
- Perform forklift inspection daily per applicable safety procedures.
- Know the safety rules that apply to material handling and stacking
- Know customer shipping requirements and applicable procedures.
- General housekeeping pertaining to material handling, i.e., emptying scrap hoppers to appropriate scrap dumpsters outside. As well as ensuring that there is no scrap buildup outside near scrap containers. Removal, proper storage of extra skids.
- Comply with all health and safety procedures.
- Required to train other employees including temps. Other duties as assigned by Supervisor or Department Assistant.
Required Skills and Knowledge
- Verbal and written communication in English
- Certified forklift driver for standup & sit-down forklifts
- Knowledge of company policies, shops, and safety rules
- Crane Operator experience/certification preferred
- Understanding of ISO 9001:2015
- Basic understanding of inspection equipment as it pertains to material identification.
- Read blueprints, both English and metric
- Basic math skills
- As required, ability to perform repetitive bending, kneeling, and lift cumbersome and or heavy objects (up to 50 Ibs)
Diversity & Inclusion Statement
UPG Enterprises LLC and its Affiliates is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce.
