Yard Operator / Material Handler
21 days ago
Youngstown
Job Description Evergreen / Continuous Hiring Notice Evergreen Type: Ongoing Hiring This is an evergreen job posting for the Yard Operator / Material Handler position at Vallourec. We accept applications on an ongoing basis through our ATS. Depending on business needs, this posting may support immediate hiring, near-term openings, or future workforce planning. How This Evergreen Role Is Used • Ongoing Hiring: We regularly hire for this role throughout the year and review applications as openings become available. Why Join Us At Vallourec, we are seeking individuals whose passion and dedication match the strength and resilience of the steel we produce. Applying to an evergreen position allows your profile to remain on file and be considered for current and future opportunities aligned with your experience. The Yard Operator supports pipe movement, inventory accuracy, and quality compliance within the threading department’s pipe yard. Your Day-to-Day Impact • Coordinate with Heavy Equipment Operators to ensure proper rack storage., • Monitor pipe flow to ensure accurate placement of threaded and unthreaded stock., • Check SLNs and associated documentation for correct pipe quantities and location., • Responsible for filling out all paperwork assigned accurately., • Assist in inventory audits and track material movement for production scheduling., • Conduct visual inspections for correct stencil markings, thread protectors, and mill identifiers., • Report damaged, mismarked, or missing protectors and coordinate timely remediation., • Ensure compliance with handling standards to preserve pipe integrity., • Keep racks, walkways, and staging zones clean and orderly., • Follow PPE requirements and safety protocols., • Communicate risks or unsafe conditions to supervisors promptly., • Must be familiar with size, weight, grade, connection, and mill of all pipes being loaded or unloaded., • Familiar with a pipe yard layout., • Must be able to always conduct yourself in a professional manner when dealing with external and internal customers., • Follow all company rules and policies., • Follow all applicable instructions, specifications, and related requirements to meet the company's objectives., • Any other duties assigned by the Supervisor. What You Bring We’re looking for candidates who are sharp, safety-focused, and ready to roll up their sleeves: • Strong verbal, written and analytical skills., • Ability to organize and prioritize workload and meet deadlines., • Ability to understand and execute written and verbal instructions., • Must be able to pass applicable testing as required., • Must be able to read, write and speak English., • Ability to lift 50 pounds and push or pull 75 pounds., • Minimum High School Diploma or Equivalent. What You'll Gain • Get paid for what you know - and earn more as you learn more., • Opportunities to work on cutting-edge equipment, • A culture that values your input and celebrates improvement, • Real growth potential in a stable, essential industry, • Overtime opportunities And Benefits that Include: • Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage, • Company-Paid Life Insurance & Short/Long-Term Disability, • Profit Sharing: Up to 4%, • 401(k): Company match 4.5% with no vesting period, • Paid Parental Leave: For birthing and non-birthing parents, including adoptions, • Paid Holidays: 10 days, plus 1 personal floating holiday, • Paid Vacation Time, • Discretionary Performance-Based Bonus Program, • Tuition Reimbursement Safety isn’t negotiable, it’s who we are. Every spark, every shift, and every decision is guided by a commitment that goes well beyond compliance. We don’t cut corners; we set the standard. That means clear expectations, continuous training, and shared accountability at every level. Protecting our people is more than a priority, it’s a promise we make to every colleague, every day.