Material Handler​/Machine Operator

Job Title: Material Handler/Machine Operator

Leader: Division Operations Leader

Join a family-owned company where teamwork, quality, and people come first. At Counter-Form, you’ll have opportunities to grow, learn new skills, and be part of a team that takes pride in building products made to last.

• Competitive Pay
• 80 Hours of Paid Time Off (PTO) available upon hire
• Paid Holidays — Eligible upon hire
• Comprehensive Benefits Package — Including Company-Paid Life Insurance & Short-Term Disability, with eligibility beginning the 1st of the month following 30 days of employment.
• 401(k) with up to a 5% employer contribution
• Performance Reviews at 2 months, 6 months, 12 months, and annually thereafter

Full-time; schedule may vary based on workload and overtime may be required.

Monday–Friday: 6:30am start

The Material Handler / Machine Operator supports manufacturing operations by operating forklifts to safely transport, load, unload, and stage materials throughout the facility while also operating assigned production machinery. This role is responsible for maintaining efficient material flow, supporting production needs, and ensuring safe, accurate, and efficient equipment operation.

Employees may be assigned to different production areas, including material handling, machine operation, preparation, and general production support, based on skill level, training, and business needs. Equipment and responsibilities may vary depending on work assignments.

• Safely operate forklifts to transport, load, unload, and stage materials throughout the facility.
• Move and organize raw materials, components, and finished products to support production needs.
• Load and unload materials from trucks, storage areas, machines, and workstations.
• Verify materials for accuracy, quality, and production requirements.
• Perform required forklift inspections and report equipment concerns.

• Set up and operate assigned production machinery and equipment based on training and skill level.
• Follow work instructions, production specifications, and established procedures.
• Monitor machine operations and report equipment issues or malfunctions.

• Inspect materials and completed work to ensure quality standards are met.
• Identify and report defects, errors, or material concerns.
• Maintain accuracy in material handling and machine operations.

• Support production schedules and maintain consistent workflow.
• Ensure materials are available and properly staged for production.
• Maintain consistent pace, efficiency, and accuracy in assigned tasks.

• Follow all safety procedures and equipment operating guidelines.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area.
• Work collaboratively with team members and other production areas.
• Support team needs and overall production flow.

Perform other duties as assigned.

• Ability to safely operate a forklift and other assigned material handling equipment.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and ability to operate production equipment.
• Ability to use hand tools and follow work instructions.
• Ability to handle, organize, and move materials safely and efficiently.
• Attention to detail and ability to identify quality concerns.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to maintain a consistent work pace.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate in English to understand work instructions, safety guidelines, and job-related communication.

• Education:
  
  High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Experience:
  
  Previous manufacturing, material handling, or machine operation experience preferred.
• Ensur…