Who we are:

At FAST, we manufacture top quality, robust equipment for the major cargo handlers and airlines. We take pride in knowing our customers want the best equipment to ensure their operations run smoothly. For over 40 years we have been delivering winning solutions to help our customers, communities and employees thrive.

Our employee benefits package is robust. On top of your regular pay, FAST contributes an extra 20% of your annual pay to your ESOP retirement account. Life insurance is free and we offer affordable health plans – which include free medical and dental options for employees.

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What we offer:

Competitive Pay
ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Program) – Generous 20% Employer Contribution
401K Retirement Plans
Profit Sharing Bonuses
Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance effective upon hire
Life Insurance
Paid Time Off – 40 hours given upon date of hire
Holiday Pay
Boot Reimbursement up to $200
$150 Clothing Allowance

JOB OBJECTIVE: Is capable of performing a variety of material handling functions. The individual should be familiar with and capable of using various types of lifting equipment. A material handler is also required to perform other miscellaneous tasks, as supervision deems necessary.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Reads and interprets blueprints and machine drawings to determine specific material requirements.
Determine which process should be used for moving raw steel or finished product in any given situation.
Use a variety of hand tools and machines.
Be able to drive any type of forklift.
Be able to safely rig a load for lifting.
Maintains work area in a neat and clean condition.

Observes all safety rules and regulations.
Performs necessary maintenance and repair on some equipment used.
Be able to move parts in and move finished product out of work areas.

EQUIPMENT USED TO PERFORM JOB: Cutting torch, hand grinders, hand tools, belt sander, forklifts, overhead hoist, hand trucks, band cutters, ear plugs, eye protection, safety shoes, protective clothing.

CRITICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Stand-frequent-continuous, up to 6 hours (day shift) and 8 hours (night shift)
Walk-frequent, up to 4 hours (day shift) and 6 hours (night shift)
Sit-continuous (operating forklift)
Lift to/from floor-up to 50 lbs. occasional (components), 10 lbs. frequent (components)
Lift overhead-up to 20 lbs. rare (components), 15 lbs. occasional (components), 10 lbs. frequent (components)
Lift waist level-up to 50 lbs. occasional (components), 30 lbs. frequent (components)
One or two hand carry-up to 30 lbs. for 5 feet occasional (components), heavier items are moved with a hoist
Push/pull-53 lbs. force (total 105 lbs. force) to initiate large A-frame cart with two employees, up to 38 lbs. force (total 75 lbs. force) to initiate movement of loaded carts with two employees, occasional
Elevated work (reaching)-frequent (forklift operation)
Twist-occasional (while seated in forklift)
Bend-frequent (check materials on shelves and in bins)
Squat-occasional (check materials on shelves)

Kneel or crouch-occasional (check materials)
Stair climb-frequent, mezzanine, two steps in/out of forklift at 13-1/2” and 15” heights
Step ladder-rare (check on a shelf to locate stock)
Balance-occasional, climbing in/out of forklift, walking around machines and components
Manual dexterity-frequent (manipulating forklift)
Firm grasp-occasional (banding materials, band cutters)

Lifting >50 lbs. is performed by 2 employees or mechanical assistance is required.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Forklift certificate
Need to be able to read instructions and prints.
Must be able to measure material.

FAST Global Solutions is an equal opportunity employer.

We recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job titles without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, citizenship, marital status, familial status, status with regard to public assistance, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, disability status, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, age, genetic information, union membership, or any other legally protected characteristic.

Ready to join the FAST Global Solutions team? Apply today!

Day Shift: 5:30am-4pm, Monday- Thursday
Friday overtime as needed.