Shipping Loader 1st Shift

Canam Steel Corporation • Jacksonville, FL

475d • $43,680 - $43,680

About The Position

The Shipping Loader position at Canam Steel Corporation involves lifting, moving, and positioning heavy steel joists for shipping. The role requires operational knowledge of equipment in a shipping yard, particularly high-capacity pneumatic forklifts, and emphasizes safety and effective communication in a team environment.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Minimum 18 months experience as Fork Lift Operator in shipping/loading of heavy industrial, or structural fabrication operations, or similar.
• Ability to read and understand order shipment paperwork.
• Ability to communicate effectively with team members and supervisor, applying common sense understanding to carry out written, oral or diagram instructions required.

Responsibilities

• Lift, move and position loads of long, heavy steel joists ready for shipping.
• Observe load hookup and determine safety of load.
• Manipulate fork lift vehicle controls to regulate speed, direction and movement of materials.
• Use hoisting attachments such as hooks, slings, or buckets as load requires.
• Perform daily safety checks and inspect vehicle for defective parts, notifying supervisor of defects.
• Build and band loads for shipment, tag loads for shipment.
• Maintain a positive work environment by behaving and communicating effectively with customers, contractors, coworkers, and supervisors.
• Perform all tasks assigned safely.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401K with employer match
• Additional voluntary benefits

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Wholesale Trade Agents and Brokers
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees