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Great Western Building Systems, LLC

Material Handler

Great Western Building Systems, LLC, Grand Junction, Colorado, United States, 81501

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Job Description

Job Description

Material Handler

Join our Team at Great Western Building Systems At Great Western Building Systems (GWB), we don’t just build steel structures–we build careers, innovation, and a team that feels like family. Established in 2016, GWB has rapidly become a powerhouse in the Pre-Engineered Metal Building industry, known for precision, strength, and craftsmanship in everything we do.

If you’re looking for more than just a job–if you want to be part of something bigger–this is the place for you. Our team is made up of driven, skilled, and passionate individuals who take pride in their work.

What We’re Looking For GWB is searching for an experienced forklift Material Handler to join our growing team. If you’re skilled in loading and unloading of materials within a warehouse or production facility and take pride in your work, we want to hear from you!

Our Culture Our work environment is fast-paced, fun, and oftentimes exciting. Our team is built of a diverse group of individuals who all bring their own strengths to the table. We work hard during the week and enjoy our time off on the weekend.

Responsibilities Ability to move hot rolled and built up members up to 32 feet long through shop and obtain crane certification

Load and unload trucks using a forklift to ensure efficient handling of pallets and materials

Stack and store pallets in designated areas while maintaining organization and maximizing space utilization

Operate a forklift safely to transport materials throughout the warehouse, adhering to all safety protocols and company procedures

Collaborate effectively with team members to coordinate warehouse operations and maintain workflow efficiency

Follow all safety procedures to ensure a secure working environment and prevent workplace hazards

Follow all safety protocols including wearing PPE and required PPE at all times. Required PPE is defined as gloves, safety glasses, and steel toe boots. Additional PPE, such as hard hats, flame-resistant clothing, hearing protection, face shields, respirators, etc, may be required depending on the specific tasks being performed or the work area.

Duties, responsibilities, and reporting relationships may fluctuate or evolve in light of your skill, experience, and the company’s needs

Qualifications & Experience The ability to pass a pre-employment drug screening and background check is required

1+ years experience in forklift operations, as well as, warehouse and shipping yard operations in a manufacturing or production setting

Crane certification is required for this role. If not currently certified, the company will provide assistance in obtaining certification upon hire; however, it is the employee’s responsibility to maintain it as required for this position

Must be able to walk, stand, use hands to handle tools, reach with arms, kneel, stoop, crouch, and talk and hear in noisy environments

Must be able to regularly lift and move objects weighing up to 51 lbs independently and occasionally lift and move objects up to 100lbs with the assistance of team lifts.

The work environment is primarily indoors, and will, at times, be exposed to natural weather elements such as heat, cold, sunlight, darkness, wind, rain, lightning, snow, and dust. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Compensation and Benefits $16.00 - $22.00 per hour, depending on experience

Comprehensive benefits package after 90 days of employment

Medical

Dental

Vision

Health Saving Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Life Insurance

Paid time Off

Paid sick leave

Employee assistance program

More!

Job Type Full-Time

Monday - Friday

Mandatory overtime and occasional weekend work may be required based on production needs

Ability to Commute/Relocate Grand Junction, CO 81501: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (required)

Work location: One Location