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Drake-Williams Steel, Inc.

Material Handler Day shift

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Drake-Williams Steel, Inc.
Fabricates structural, rebar, railroad and miscellaneous steel products, plus steel distribution and coatings services.
Material Handler responsible for filling customer orders, unloading incoming material, locating material for inventory storage, and operating heavy machinery in a steel manufacturing environment.
20d ago
$19 - $25
Entry-level
Full Time
Omaha, NE
Onsite
Company Size
270 Employees
Service Specialisms
Steel Fabrication
Construction Services
Sector Specialisms
Commercial
Industrial
Healthcare
Institutional
Residential
Infrastructure
Role
What you would be doing
operate machinery
locate material
identify steel
load/unload
push/pull
wear ppe
  • Stoop or crouch OCCASIONALLY while performing the regular job duties. The position will be held continuously for a few seconds to 15 minutes, depending upon the job.
  • Climb OCCASIONALLY to FREQUENTLY up and down steps, ladders, onto material, or onto conveyors.
  • Stand FREQUENTLY over the course of the 8 to 12 hour work shift.
  • Sit only during the break and lunch periods.
  • Carry weights noted above distances ranging from a few feet to 60 feet.
  • Load/unload trailers, railcars, and saw horses.
  • Kneel in the commission of job duties OCCASIONALLY, depending upon the job.
  • Attend all meetings as required by management.
  • Locate material as trained and instructed.
  • Reach overhead OCCASIONALLY to FREQUENTLY to guide material attached to the cranes, to attach the chains from the crane to the material, to locate blocks, or to saw blocks.
  • Reach forward FREQUENTLY to perform job duties or to retrieve tools. The employee will OCCASIONALLY be required to reach to full forward extension.
  • Locate beams, tubes, angle, channel, bar grating, pipe, plate, or rounds according to the layout shown on yard map, cut lists and shop drawings.
  • Push and pull material attached to an overhead crane or jib crane OCCASIONALLY to FREQUENTLY to properly guide into place. Force varies up to 35 pounds.
  • Operate overhead cranes, forklifts, jib cranes, gantry cranes, conveyors, and transfers in order to move materials.
  • Crawl OCCASIONALLY up to 5 feet to access tools, materials, etc.
  • Pull hand over hand OCCASIONALLY to FREQUENTLY to pull chain through material. Force varies up to 70 pounds.
  • Identify steel shapes, sizes, and mill tolerances.
  • Lift weights up to 30 pounds FREQUENTLY from floor to head, which includes the various tools and blocks utilized in the process of performing the usual work duties during the 8 to 12 hour work shift.
  • Wear all required Personal Protective Equipment. PPE includes steel-toe safety shoes, hearing protection, safety glasses, gloves, and hard hats.
What you bring
steel experience
shop drawings
safety glasses
continuous walking
weight lifting
shop safety
  • Exposure to fumes, odors and dusts in the shop area OCCASIONALLY.
  • Visual ability to read and interpret shop drawings. Safety glasses are required in the shop area.
  • Hear sufficiently to be aware of safety issues
  • Exposure to solvents, greases, oils, and coolants OCCASIONALLY.
  • Consistently and reliably work scheduled hours at assigned locations.
  • Walk CONTINOUSLY over the course of the 8 to 12 hour work shift.
  • Exposure to heat, cold, wet and humid conditions in the shop area OCCASIONALLY.
  • Six months of experience in a steel manufacturing environment is preferred.
  • Lift weights up to 70 pounds OCCASIONALLY from knee to waist, which includes the various tools utilized in the process of performing the usual work duties during the 8 to 12 hour work shift.
Benefits
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Training + Development
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Security clearance
  • six months of experience in a steel manufacturing environment is preferred.
Company
Overview
Founded in 1882
Year Established
The company was established in Omaha as a steam-boiler maker.
1920s Innovation
Launched Omaha Buckets
They survived the Great Depression by introducing Omaha Buckets in the 1920s.
Pivoted in 1958
Shifted to Structural Steel
A significant pivot to structural steel manufacturing in 1958 expanded their capabilities.
260K sq. ft. Facilities
Fabrication Area Size
They operate over 260,000 square feet of fabrication space with advanced facilities.
  • Survived the Great Depression by launching Omaha Buckets in the 1920s, then pivoted to structural steel in 1958.
  • Evolved through four generations of family leadership into a world-class fabrication facility with plants in NE, IA, CO.
  • Major projects range from institutional and healthcare buildings like TD Ameritrade HQ to rail components and bridges.
  • The 2011 acquisition of Mountain Steel Division broadened capabilities and geographic presence into Colorado.
  • Went employee-owned via ESOP in 2014, fueling modernization, robotic fabrication, and lean-manufacturing initiatives.
  • Services cover structural, rebar, miscellaneous & railroad steel, coatings, detailing, distribution, and contract fabrication.
Culture + Values
  • Committed to delivering exceptional steel products and services to clients.
  • Focused on continuous improvement, innovation, and operational excellence.
  • Valuing integrity, transparency, and ethical conduct in all business practices.
  • Dedicated to safety and well-being of employees, customers, and communities.
  • Fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment where every employee can thrive.
Environment + Sustainability
2040
Target Year for Net Zero Emissions
Aiming to achieve net zero carbon emissions by 2040.
  • Committed to sustainability and minimizing environmental impact.
  • Active implementation of recycling programs and energy-efficient practices in operations.
  • Utilization of sustainable materials and techniques in manufacturing processes.
  • Maintains certifications and complies with environmental regulations.
Inclusion & Diversity
  • Fosters a diverse workforce and promotes inclusive practices.
  • Has a dedicated team working towards increasing workforce diversity in all departments.
  • Aims to ensure equitable opportunities for all employees regardless of gender, race, or background.
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