At a Glance
- Tasks: Assist in loading and unloading materials for production equipment.
- Company: Join a leading shipbuilding company with a commitment to safety and diversity.
- Benefits: Flexible hours, competitive pay, and opportunities for growth.
- Other info: Work in a vibrant shipyard with a focus on safety and teamwork.
- Why this job: Get hands-on experience in a dynamic industrial environment while making a real impact.
- Qualifications: High school diploma or GED; experience with cranes and mechanical equipment preferred.
The predicted salary is between 25000 - 30000 £ per year.
Assists production in various aspects such as loading and unloading material onto or off automated blast and panel line, CNC plasma machine, press brake, or other ancillary production equipment.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Regular attendance at work and the ability to work flexible hours, including overtime, weekends and holidays.
- Inspect and operate equipment daily.
- Unload and load materials on trucks.
- Inspect material received and finished products.
- Operate overhead cranes, forklift, and loader while moving unfinished and finished material.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
This position has no supervisory responsibilities.
REQUIREMENTS
Education/Experience: High school diploma or GED equivalence plus working knowledge of operating overhead cranes and other mechanical equipment. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
Skills:
- Effective troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
- Effective communication, both verbal and written.
- Ability to present information and respond to questions from employees.
- Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
- Ability to read and understand blueprints.
- Knowledge of safe operation and use of hand and power tools.
- Basic math skills: add, subtract, multiply, divide in all units of measure.
- Ability to read a tape measure.
Behavioral Attributes: Integrity, ethics, flexibility/adaptability, initiative, interpersonal skills. Attention to detail, safety conscious, multi-tasking. Maintain confidentiality of details pertaining to Eastern Shipbuilding Group.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The employee is required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle or feel, and reach with hands and arms. The role involves lifting or moving up to 50 pounds. Additional physical requirements include working at heights of a minimum of 50 feet, in confined spaces, and enduring extreme heat/cold conditions. Vision requirements include close, distance, colour, peripheral, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Must be physically and medically qualified to wear required personal protective equipment per OSHA standards.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Work occurs in a heavy industrial shipyard environment with exposure to electrical shock, moving mechanical parts, vibration, fumes, airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, continuous loud noise, and other hazards. Rigorous compliance with safety procedures, policies, and personal safety equipment requirements is mandatory.
Material Handler in Allanton employer: Eastern Shipbuilding Group, Inc
Eastern Shipbuilding Group, Inc. is an exceptional employer that prioritises safety, quality, and employee development in a dynamic shipbuilding environment. With a strong commitment to mentorship and continuous improvement, employees have ample opportunities for growth while working alongside skilled professionals. Located in a vibrant community, the company fosters a collaborative work culture that values diversity and inclusivity, making it an ideal place for those seeking meaningful and rewarding careers.
Contact Details:
Eastern Shipbuilding Group, Inc Recruitment Team
