Material Handler Job at RK Mechanical, Inc. (Aurora)

Job Description

The Mechanical Shop Material Handler is a vital part of our fabrication team, responsible for supporting the flow of materials that keeps production running smoothly and efficiently. From prepping raw pipe and sheet metal to assisting in light fabrication and staging parts for welders and fitters, this role ensures that every piece is ready for the next step in the build process. You’ll play a key role in wrapping, packing, and preparing finished assemblies for safe transport to job sites—making sure quality materials arrive ready for installation. Attention to detail, a strong work ethic, and the ability to work in a fast-paced shop environment are essential to success in this role. Material Handlers are valued for their reliability, versatility, and pride in supporting high-quality mechanical systems from the ground up. Their contributions help reduce downtime, streamline production, and ensure jobsites receive exactly what they need, when they need it.

Job Responsibility

Coordinate off-loading with crafts and quality control for controlled materials
Place materials in proper area according to storage and handling lists to initiate storage
Change forms and document new location when necessary
Load, unload and move material within or near warehouse or worksite
Read work order or follow oral instructions to ascertain materials or containers to be moved
Load and unload materials onto or from pallets, trays, racks and shelves by hand or fork lift
Be the primary trainer for new employees
Inspect and maintain storage yards and warehouses for cleanliness, etc. and report problems to the supervisor
Issue material by field requisition, locate and distribute material as directed by craft foreman and direct supervisor
Ensure documentation is complete and accurate and check other employees’ paperwork for errors before completion
Identify materials and items being received or shipped and ensure they are the correct items
Maintain accurate records for any and all inventory transactions
Move materials to or from storage or worksites to designated areas, using a hand truck or power device
Locate and prepare materials for outbound shipment and notify the supervisor when the shipment is ready
Load and unload materials within a warehouse or storage facility
Utilize hand trucks, forklifts, hoists, conveyors, or other handling equipment to move material
Coordinate and perform shipment loading and complete required paperwork
Perform additional assignments per the supervisor’s request
May require delivering material to job sites as needed
acceptable Motor Vehicle Report required for this task
Aid in directing crew in daily tasks and special projects
Responsible for training new hires on all aspects of the job
Stand in for the supervisor in the event of an absence

Requirements

Receives direct supervision
Performs technical responsibilities
Work is generally structured or recurring
Objectives based on established guidelines, processes and operating procedures
Relevant past experience is not necessarily required
Entry-level position
Work outside, inside, and in dusty, noisy and hazardous areas
Work in high places, tight places, confined spaces and/or other adverse locations
Climb, balance, squat, kneel and crouch
Work in all types of weather
Must have working knowledge of all trade materials and tools
Ability to lift and carry 51 to 75 lbs. occasionally, and/or 31 to 45 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 16 to 22 pounds of force constantly to move objects