Material Handler (Ground Hand)

Why Join Us 

At Vallourec, we are seeking individuals whose passion and dedication match the strength and resilience of the steel we produce. As a Material Handler, you will play a critical role in supporting our Supply Chain operations by ensuring materials are safely received, stored, tracked, and distributed while maintaining inventory accuracy and product traceability.  

• Manage the load, unload, and stage pipe and related materials.
• Assist with receiving and shipping activities.
• Verify material quantities, heat numbers, lengths, and product identification.
• Operate yard equipment such as backhoe, dozer, forklifts, sweeper, dust suppressant sprayer.
• Conduct visual inspections of incoming and outgoing materials.
• Assist with inventory counts and cycle counts.
• Band, tag, and prepare materials for customer orders and shipment.
• Maintain yard organization and housekeeping standards.
• Assist truck drivers with safe loading and unloading practices.
• Perform general labor duties as needed to support operations.
• Comply with all company safety policies and procedures.

• Experience working in a pipe yard, steel yard, construction, oil & gas, or industrial environment preferred.
• Forklift experience preferred.
• Ability to identify and handle various pipe products and materials.
• Experience loading and unloading flatbeds a plus.
• Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety.
• Ability to lift up to 75 pounds and perform physically demanding tasks.
• Reliable attendance and strong teamwork skills.

• Pipe yard operations
• OCTG and line pipe handling
• Flatbed truck loading
• Inventory control
• RF scanner use
• Forklift
• Yard equipment
• Tallying tools

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.  

Equal Opportunity Employer 

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