Job Title: Material Handler & Machine Operator

Location: Pickens, SC
Company: Bridge Brothers

About Bridge Brothers

Bridge Brothers designs, engineers, fabricates, and constructs custom steel bridges across the country. Our fabrication shop supports projects from raw material to finished steel components.

We are looking for a dependable, safety-focused team member to support material movement and operate key processing equipment within our shop.

Position Summary

Bridge Brothers is seeking a Material Handler & Machine Operator to move materials throughout the facility and operate production equipment, including our Wheelabrator steel processing machine.

This role combines forklift operation, material staging, and machine operation in a hands-on fabrication environment. Prior forklift experience is required. Wheelabrator experience is not required — we will train the right candidate.

This is a great opportunity for someone with warehouse or manufacturing experience who wants stable, full-time work in an industrial setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts to move palletized materials and steel components

• Load and unload trucks safely and efficiently

• Stage materials for welders, fabricators, and painters

• Maintain organized material flow throughout the shop and yard

• Operate the Wheelabrator (steel cleaning/blasting machine)

• Load and unload steel components into the machine

• Monitor machine performance and ensure proper material processing

• Perform routine checks and basic upkeep of equipment

• Follow all safety procedures and PPE requirements

• Maintain a clean and organized work environment

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred

• 1+ year of forklift experience required

• Experience handling pallets in warehouse or manufacturing environments

• Comfortable working around industrial machinery

• Willingness to learn machine operation (Wheelabrator training provided)

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs as needed

• Strong attention to safety and reliability

• Team-oriented attitude and solid work ethic

Forklift certification is a plus but not required (certification available in-house if needed).

Physical Demands & Work Environment

• Industrial fabrication environment

• Frequent standing, walking, bending, and lifting

• Exposure to dust, noise, and moving equipment

• PPE required and provided

Role Details

• Schedule: Monday–Friday, 7:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m. EST (some weekends as needed)

• Employment Type: Full-time, Non-exempt

• Benefits: Eligible after 90 days (medical, dental, vision, life insurance, PTO, and paid holidays)