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Industrial Material Handler

PORTLAND, OR 97210

Posted: 05/29/2026 Job Number: 149324

Job Description

Madden Industrial Craftsmen is looking to fill an Industrial Material Handler Industrial position with a metal recycling company located in Portland, OR. The person in this position will assist around the yard maneuvering scrap metal, sorting metals and performing warehouse equipment operations.

Pay: $23.50/hr

Industrial Material Handler Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Operate a sit-down forklift to maneuver scrap metal throughout the facility

  • Warehouse employees can be assigned many different tasks, including but not limited to metal sortation, torch cutting, shearing, and using power and hand tools.

  • Operate and maintain a chopper machine

  • Sort various types of metals (steel, aluminum, copper, etc.)

 

Industrial Material Handler Requirements:

  • Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs

  • Must be able to stand and sit for long periods of time

  • Must be willing to work outside in all weather conditions

  • Ability to work in warehouse environment (dirt, loud noise, rain, sun)

  • Must have at least 3 years of Forklift experience

  • Must be mechanically inclined

  • Must be comfortable working off ladders

 

Compensation and Benefits:

  • $23.50/hour starting with an additional raise within six months

  • Union position (Kaiser medical)

  • Yearly pay raise

  • Pension

 

Schedule: 

  • Monday - Friday

  • Day shift - 6:00am - 2:30pm or 7:00am - 3:30pm

 

This position requires a background check and drug screening (test doesn't include THC). 

 

 
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