Cross-Functional Production & Warehouse Associate
American Metals IncCompany Overview American Metals Inc is a small, woman-owned metals service center serving the global metals industry. The company supplies high-performance metals and related services to aerospace, marine, health and safety, turbine, defense, and related markets, with a focus on quality material and on-time delivery. Job Summary American Metals Inc. is seeking a dependable, safety-minded Cross-Functional Production & Warehouse Associate who can float between material handling/shipping and receiving, automatic cutoff lathe operation, and automatic bandsaw operation based on daily business and production needs. This hands-on role supports accurate material movement, on-time production, quality requirements, and customer deliveries. The successful candidate must be adaptable, organized, mechanically inclined, and comfortable switching between warehouse and production tasks. Schedule: Full-time, Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Occasional weekend work may be required, not to exceed eight (8) weekends per calendar year. Weekend work will be scheduled based on production or operational needs. Duties Production cutting Safely operate the automatic cutoff lathe and automatic bandsaw as assigned. Cut material to the dimensions and requirements shown on job prints and production paperwork. Follow production schedules, priorities, and due dates to help ensure on-time completion. Inspect cut parts and record required measurements and quality data in accordance with applicable requirements. Perform routine preventative maintenance on cutting equipment and promptly report equipment issues. Use hand tools safely and maintain clean, orderly work areas Material handling, shipping & receiving Load and unload trucks, including flatbed and less-than-truckload (LTL) shipments. Move, stage, stack, and organize material safely; keep production areas supplied with containers and packaging materials. Inspect inbound material and outbound shipments for accuracy, condition, identification, and required documentation. Maintain tagged inventory and correct material-location information when stock is moved. Rotate floor stock according to FIFO (first in, first out) practices and assist with periodic or annual inventory. Complete required forklift inspections and follow established forklift and warehouse safety procedures. Maintain required maintenance, calibration, and other applicable logs. Qualifications Mechanical aptitude and basic knowledge of hand tools required. Ability to read and follow job prints, work instructions, and production paperwork. Forklift certification required or ability to obtain certification through onsite training once hired. Basic computer skills and ability to complete inventory records, inspection records, and required logs. Good written and verbal communication skills and a strong attention to detail. Metal/material knowledge and ISO 9001 or AS9100 quality-system knowledge is a plus but not required. High school diploma or equivalent preferred. Must be 18 years old and have a valid driver’s license. Must be able to pass a drug screening. Ability to lift 50 pounds or more when needed and perform the physical tasks associated with material handling, loading, unloading, and production work. Pay: From $16.00 per hour Expected hours: 40.0 per week Benefits: 401(k) Health insurance Life insurance On-the-job training Paid time off Application Question(s): Are you at least 18 years old with a valid drivers license? Work Location: In person