Material Handler/ Welder Helper

The Welder Helper supports the B.I.G. Enterprises welding team by setting up and taking down welding stations and getting material and parts to the welders. This role runs the forklift to load and unload trucks and keeps the welders' bins and consumables stocked. The Welder Helper also helps with grinding, painting, setting armor, erecting frame tubes, hanging doors, stuffing insulation and cutting in the saw department. Top priorities are personal, team, and plant safety and keeping production on schedule. The ideal candidate is dependable and willing to learn new tasks anywhere in the shop. *Essential Functions* _*Welder Support & Material Handling*_ * Set up and take down welding stations for the welders at the start and end of each job. * Bring material to the welders throughout the shift so work keeps moving. * Bring booth floors to the welders so they are ready to start each new job. * Identify and sort blocks by job number and get them ready for the welders. * Pull small parts from the parts list for each job and stage them at the welding station. * Restock all bins at the welding stations. * Take inventory of welding consumables, such as wire, tips, nozzles and grinding discs, and restock them before they run out. _*Forklift, Crane & Truck Loading*_ * Operate a forklift to move material, parts and pallets around the shop and yard. * Load and unload trucks for incoming material and outgoing orders. * Operate the crane, once trained, to help set booth sections, frames and heavy parts. * Clean up pallets and keep the loading area and aisles clear. _*Booth Assembly, Paint & Finishing*_ * Grind welds and parts to prep them for paint and finishing. * Help paint parts and booths. * Help set armor in booths. * Support and help erect frame tubes during booth assembly. * Assist with hanging all doors. * Help stuff insulation into booth walls and panels. * Help in the saw department with cutting material as needed. * Perform final inspections on parts installed on the booth and report any problems to the lead or supervisor. _*Safety, Documentation & Company Policy*_ * Follow all B.I.G. Enterprises safety rules, check tools and equipment for safe working condition, and report unsafe conditions to the supervisor or a member of management. * Complete a pre-shift inspection of the forklift before each use and report any problems before operating. * Inspect and take care of company tools to keep them safe and working. * Wear and maintain the right Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for each job and work area. * Bring any questions about parts lists, job numbers or plans to the lead or supervisor before moving forward. * Fill out inventory counts and job paperwork accurately. * Keep a clean, broom-swept work area every day and store tools and materials in their proper place. * Take part in safety and team meetings as requested. _Other related duties as assigned._ *Qualifications – Required* * Ability to follow verbal and written directions from welders, leads and supervisors. * Ability to operate a forklift safely and complete forklift certification through B.I.G. Enterprises training. * Ability to learn crane operation through company training. * Ability to use grinders, hand tools and power tools safely. * Ability to read a tape measure, parts lists and job numbers. * Ability to count and track inventory accurately. * Ability to work as part of a team and move between departments as needed. *Qualifications – Preferred* * High school diploma or equivalent. * Current forklift certification. * Previous experience as a welder helper, shop helper, or in manufacturing or fabrication. * Basic grinding, painting or welding experience. * Experience operating a crane or rigging loads. Pay: $23.00 - $24.00 per hour Benefits: * 401(k) * Dental insurance * Health insurance * Vision insurance Work Location: In person