Step Into a Day as Our Metals Material Logistics Technician
Picture your Monday morning at SSP: you roll in before sunrise, complete a quick forklift safety check, open the schedule, and stage raw bar stock so production never skips a beat. You set the saw to size slugs to order, verify markings, package tubing to spec, and keep inventory accurate in the system. A vendor truck backs in— you load and unload efficiently, stamp metric forgings, and keep materials moving across the shop floor. Before the day ends, you log a continuous-improvement idea and help a teammate execute a better way to kit materials. That’s impact—every single shift.
SHIFT HOURS: Monday–Thursday, 6am–4:30pm
What You’ll Tackle
- Supply production work centers with raw material quickly and accurately.
- Set up and run department equipment to cut and prep materials (saw, shear, bar-marking equipment, wheelbarrow).
- Receive raw stock from suppliers and processed parts from subcontractors; document required info and remove from containers as needed.
- Mark and issue bar stock; cut slugs to order; package tubing per job requirements.
- Maintain raw material inventory using schedule and Kanban signals; update locations and transactions in the PC system.
- Operate forklifts and lifting devices; load/unload vendor trucks and move materials throughout the site.
- Use stamper for metric forgings; operate the Prab machine as needed.
- Apply Lean Manufacturing/Continuous Improvement tools to streamline work.
- Other duties as assigned.
Capabilities You Bring
- Forklift operation skills (or ability to become certified; certification required within one month of hire).
- Comfort setting up and running a variety of material-handling equipment.
- PC proficiency for locating inventory and entering transactions.
- Use of measuring tools; strong attention to detail.
- Clear verbal communication with teammates and vendors.
- Basic shop math (add, subtract, multiply, divide).
Work Environment & Physical Expectations
- Manufacturing shop environment with power tools and equipment.
- Lift up to 75 lbs of metal parts and raw stock without assistance.
- Handle metal chips with sharp edges; exposure to machine oils and fluids.
- Stand/walk for many hours (10+ per shift).
- Personal protective equipment required: safety glasses and steel-toe shoes.
Entry Path & Experience
- Minimum education: High School Diploma or equivalent.
- Entry-level experience: None required.
- Preferred education: Technical school coursework.
- Preferred experience: 1+ year in manufacturing (metalworking preferred); 2+ years of forklift/material handling experience (ideally in metalworking).
Qualifications for Continued Employment: Live our TRUE values—Truthfulness, Resourcefulness, Unity, and Execution.
Why SSP
For a century, SSP has led the fittings, valves, and tubing systems industry from a single, vertically integrated site. As a third-generation, privately owned company and a Top Workplace, we invest in people, technology, safety, and the processes that let our teams thrive. Join a culture built on trust and our TRUE values—where your work fuels innovation and your growth matters.
- Comprehensive Medical Coverage: Medical, dental, vision, accident, and company-paid life insurance.
- Generous Time Off: PTO and paid holidays.
- Flexible Scheduling: Compressed work week options.
- Profit Sharing: Annual bonus recognizing your impact.
- On-Site Healthcare: Free access to Cleveland Clinic services for all employees.
- Wellness Resources: On-site wellness coach, fitness center, and gym reimbursement.
- Convenient Amenities: On-site market with fresh food and beverages.
- Work Perks: Shoe reimbursement, milestone rewards, and employee events (picnics, holiday luncheons, annual Thanksgiving turkeys).
- Secure Retirement: 401(k)/Roth with company match and 100% vesting after 90 days.
- Child Care Discounts: 10% off at any KinderCare location.
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It is the employer’s policy that equal employment opportunities be available to all employees and applicants without regard to race, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), age, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, military or veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.
Ready to Move What Matters?
If you’re eager to start a career, grow your skills, and make a visible impact every shift, SSP is the place for you.