Material Handler

Job Title: Material Handler Location: Fall River, WI Job Type: Full Time Shift: 1st Shift About Us: EK, based in Fall River, WI, is a fast-growing manufacturing company with over 50 years of experience in machining, fabrication, welding, powder coating, and power products. We operate four state-of-the-art plants, giving us the capacity and flexibility to serve a wide range of industries. We're proud to be a family-oriented company where every team member matters. At EK, you'll find a supportive environment, opportunities for career growth, and the chance to work with cutting-edge technology. Join us and be part of a team that values quality, integrity, and community-while helping shape the future of manufacturing. Benefits: * Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance * 401K with company match * 6 Paid Holidays * Birthday Off Paid * Vacation - Two weeks in your FIRST year! * Paid Parental Leave * Incentive Program. * And much more! Job Summary We are seeking a dependable Material Handler / Fabrication Support team member to support daily material movement and production operations across multiple departments, including Saw, Fabrication (Fab), and Welding (Weld). This position plays a critical role in ensuring materials are accurately received, labeled, staged, and delivered to keep production running efficiently and safely. Essential Duties & Responsibilities * Support material handling operations across the Saw, Fabrication, and Weld departments * Perform daily safety inspections of department forklifts and complete required paperwork * Read work orders or follow verbal instructions to determine materials or containers to be moved * Compare identifying information; count, weigh, or measure materials moving in and out of departments * Load and unload materials onto pallets, trays, racks, and shelves by hand or forklift * Safely operate industrial forklifts or electric hoists to move materials and products * Attach identifying tags or labels to materials and mark containers as required * Pack, unpack, and inspect incoming and outgoing products * Reject damaged items, record shortages, and communicate issues to the appropriate department manager * Unload incoming sheet steel and verify weight and material type against purchase orders * Print and apply labels, locate materials, and mark material using color‑code charts * Locate components for production use * Assist with assembly or helper functions as needed * Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment * Follow all company safety policies and procedures * Other duties may be assigned Qualifications * Ability to perform all essential job duties safely and accurately * Strong attention to detail and ability to prioritize tasks in a fast‑paced environment * Willingness to support multiple departments and adapt to changing production needs * Education & Experience * High school diploma or GED required * One to three months of related experience or training preferred * Previous forklift operation experience required * Ability to obtain and maintain a forklift operator's license Language Skills * Ability to read and understand simple instructions, memos, and operating procedures * Ability to write basic correspondence * Ability to communicate effectively one‑on‑one with other employees Mathematical Skills * Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide using whole numbers, fractions, and decimals Reasoning Ability * Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out written, oral, or diagrammed instructions * Ability to solve problems involving multiple concrete variables in standardized situations * Ability to prioritize tasks in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment Physical Demands * Regularly required to stand, walk, reach, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl * Frequent use of hands for handling materials * Regularly lift and/or move up to 25 lbs; occasionally lift up to 80 lbs * Vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and focus adjustment Work Environment * Frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts and airborne particles * Occasionally exposed to high places and outdoor weather conditions * Moderate noise level in the work environment Apply today on Indeed to join a hands‑on manufacturing team supporting multiple production departments. Equal Opportunity Employer We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our workforce.

Created: 2026-04-02