Material Handler Jobs for OPT Students
Material Handler jobs are available to F-1 OPT students with degrees in supply chain management, logistics, industrial engineering, or operations management. Your OPT work authorization must directly relate to your field of study, so the connection between your degree and the role matters when employers evaluate your eligibility.
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INTRODUCTION
Company With around 480 locations in over 40 countries, thyssenkrupp Materials Services is the biggest materials distributor and service provider in the western world. The broad service spectrum offered by the materials experts enables customers to focus on their individual core business. The area of Materials Services spans two strategic areas: global materials distribution as one-stop-shop – from steel and stainless steel, tubes and pipes, nonferrous metals and specialty materials to plastics and raw materials – and tailored services in the areas of materials management and supply chain management. An extensive omnichannel architecture offers 250,000 customers worldwide cross-channel, round-the-clock access to more than 150,000 products and services. A highly efficient logistics system ensures that all requested services are smoothly integrated into customer production processes “just-in-time” or “just-in-sequence.” thyssenkrupp Aerospace is a subsidiary of the internationally operating thyssenkrupp Group. We focus on supplying aerospace raw materials and finished part logistics to the world’s leading aerospace companies and their supply chains. Operating from 35 service centers in 15 countries throughout the Americas, Europe and Asia Pacific enables us to aggregate demand across a single supply chain on behalf of the world’s leading OEM’s, while at the same time providing a truly responsive local service to meet the needs of individual subcontractors anywhere in the world.
YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES
Job Summary
Responsible for movement of raw materials, finished products, and equipment throughout the facility using a forklift truck. May also utilize cranes, hoists, hand trucks, and other moving equipment to meet job requirements. Performs work under direct supervision. Handles basic issues and problems.
Job Description
Key Accountabilities:
- Accurately removes and stocks product, customer’s product, and various supplies according to inventory plan.
- Accurately selects product to fill customer orders and package them properly.
- Loads and unload trucks and verify that correct items are loaded and unloaded.
- Picking, processing and packing orders, also may be required to cut orders on Kaltenbach saw.
- Completes cycle Counts.
- Identifies, holds and segregates defective material.
- Completes paperwork per work instructions, when required.
- Performs general clean up.
- Inspects forklift at the beginning of every shift; report issues to immediate supervisor or other designated personnel.
- Participates, support and comply with all health, safety, ISO and 6S Initiatives and requirements.
- Assists in any other duties to support the operation, as requested by supervisor or team lead.
- This is a position that works directly on the warehouse floor on or around heavy machinery.
- Meets TKMNA Employee Attributes/Competencies.
The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirement for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements.
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Requirements:
- High school diploma/GED
- Ability to read and write English (in Quebec, must read and write French)
- Ability to lift and carry up to 40 lbs. for 100 feet
- Ability to perform basic math skills
- Previous forklift experience
- Must be able to sit for long periods of time and perform bending, twisting, squatting, reaching and grasping motions
- Safety Mindset
Preferred Requirements:
- Use of handheld measuring tools
- Basic computer skills and knowledge, such as with database programs and Microsoft Office programs.
BENEFITS OVERVIEW
We offer competitive company benefits to eligible positions, such as:
- Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance and Disability
- Voluntary Wellness Programs
- 401(k) and RRSP programs with Company Match
- Paid Vacation and Holidays
- Tuition Reimbursement
- And more!
Benefits may vary based on job, country, union role, and/or company segment. Please work with your recruiter or tk representative for applicable benefits information.
DISCLAIMER
This is to notify the general public that some individuals/entities are using the thyssenkrupp (“TK”) name, trademark, domain name, and logo without authorization. They are posing as employees, representatives, or agents of TK and its associated/group companies. These individuals/entities are fraudulently offering jobs online through texts, websites, telephone calls, emails, or by issuing fake offer letters. They are also soliciting jobseekers to deposit money in certain bank accounts or providing jobseekers with fraudulent checks to obtain banking information.
TK does not ask, solicit, or accept any monies in any form from candidates, job applicants, or potential jobseekers, who have applied to or wish to apply to TK, whether online or otherwise as a pre-employment requirement. TK bears no responsibility for money being deposited/withdrawn therefrom in response to such fake offers.
TK does not:
- Send job offers from free email services like Gmail, Rediffmail, Yahoo mail, etc.;
- Request payment of any kind from prospective jobseekers or candidates for employment;
- Authorize anyone to collect money or agree to any monetary arrangement in return for a job at TK;
- Send checks to job seekers; or
- Make job offers through third parties. In the event TK uses professional recruitment services through a third party, offers are always made directly by TK and not by any third parties.
PLEASE NOTE:
- TK strongly recommends that potential jobseekers do not respond to such fake solicitations, in any manner;
- TK will not be responsible to anyone acting on an employment offer that is not directly made by TK;
- Anyone making an employment offer in return for money is not authorized by TK; and
- TK reserves the right to take legal action, including criminal action, against such individuals/entities.
TK follows a formal recruitment process through its own HR department and applications are evaluated by its HR department through pre-defined processes. Please visit our official careers website to view authentic job openings at TK.
If you receive any unauthorized, suspicious, or fraudulent offers or interview calls, please email us at tkmna.employee.care@thyssenkrupp-materials.com.
We shall not accept any liability towards the representation made in any fraudulent communication or its consequences, and such fraudulent communication shall not be treated as any kind of offer or representation by TK or its group companies and affiliates.

INTRODUCTION
Company With around 480 locations in over 40 countries, thyssenkrupp Materials Services is the biggest materials distributor and service provider in the western world. The broad service spectrum offered by the materials experts enables customers to focus on their individual core business. The area of Materials Services spans two strategic areas: global materials distribution as one-stop-shop – from steel and stainless steel, tubes and pipes, nonferrous metals and specialty materials to plastics and raw materials – and tailored services in the areas of materials management and supply chain management. An extensive omnichannel architecture offers 250,000 customers worldwide cross-channel, round-the-clock access to more than 150,000 products and services. A highly efficient logistics system ensures that all requested services are smoothly integrated into customer production processes “just-in-time” or “just-in-sequence.” thyssenkrupp Aerospace is a subsidiary of the internationally operating thyssenkrupp Group. We focus on supplying aerospace raw materials and finished part logistics to the world’s leading aerospace companies and their supply chains. Operating from 35 service centers in 15 countries throughout the Americas, Europe and Asia Pacific enables us to aggregate demand across a single supply chain on behalf of the world’s leading OEM’s, while at the same time providing a truly responsive local service to meet the needs of individual subcontractors anywhere in the world.
YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES
Job Summary
Responsible for movement of raw materials, finished products, and equipment throughout the facility using a forklift truck. May also utilize cranes, hoists, hand trucks, and other moving equipment to meet job requirements. Performs work under direct supervision. Handles basic issues and problems.
Job Description
Key Accountabilities:
- Accurately removes and stocks product, customer’s product, and various supplies according to inventory plan.
- Accurately selects product to fill customer orders and package them properly.
- Loads and unload trucks and verify that correct items are loaded and unloaded.
- Picking, processing and packing orders, also may be required to cut orders on Kaltenbach saw.
- Completes cycle Counts.
- Identifies, holds and segregates defective material.
- Completes paperwork per work instructions, when required.
- Performs general clean up.
- Inspects forklift at the beginning of every shift; report issues to immediate supervisor or other designated personnel.
- Participates, support and comply with all health, safety, ISO and 6S Initiatives and requirements.
- Assists in any other duties to support the operation, as requested by supervisor or team lead.
- This is a position that works directly on the warehouse floor on or around heavy machinery.
- Meets TKMNA Employee Attributes/Competencies.
The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirement for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements.
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Requirements:
- High school diploma/GED
- Ability to read and write English (in Quebec, must read and write French)
- Ability to lift and carry up to 40 lbs. for 100 feet
- Ability to perform basic math skills
- Previous forklift experience
- Must be able to sit for long periods of time and perform bending, twisting, squatting, reaching and grasping motions
- Safety Mindset
Preferred Requirements:
- Use of handheld measuring tools
- Basic computer skills and knowledge, such as with database programs and Microsoft Office programs.
BENEFITS OVERVIEW
We offer competitive company benefits to eligible positions, such as:
- Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance and Disability
- Voluntary Wellness Programs
- 401(k) and RRSP programs with Company Match
- Paid Vacation and Holidays
- Tuition Reimbursement
- And more!
Benefits may vary based on job, country, union role, and/or company segment. Please work with your recruiter or tk representative for applicable benefits information.
DISCLAIMER
This is to notify the general public that some individuals/entities are using the thyssenkrupp (“TK”) name, trademark, domain name, and logo without authorization. They are posing as employees, representatives, or agents of TK and its associated/group companies. These individuals/entities are fraudulently offering jobs online through texts, websites, telephone calls, emails, or by issuing fake offer letters. They are also soliciting jobseekers to deposit money in certain bank accounts or providing jobseekers with fraudulent checks to obtain banking information.
TK does not ask, solicit, or accept any monies in any form from candidates, job applicants, or potential jobseekers, who have applied to or wish to apply to TK, whether online or otherwise as a pre-employment requirement. TK bears no responsibility for money being deposited/withdrawn therefrom in response to such fake offers.
TK does not:
- Send job offers from free email services like Gmail, Rediffmail, Yahoo mail, etc.;
- Request payment of any kind from prospective jobseekers or candidates for employment;
- Authorize anyone to collect money or agree to any monetary arrangement in return for a job at TK;
- Send checks to job seekers; or
- Make job offers through third parties. In the event TK uses professional recruitment services through a third party, offers are always made directly by TK and not by any third parties.
PLEASE NOTE:
- TK strongly recommends that potential jobseekers do not respond to such fake solicitations, in any manner;
- TK will not be responsible to anyone acting on an employment offer that is not directly made by TK;
- Anyone making an employment offer in return for money is not authorized by TK; and
- TK reserves the right to take legal action, including criminal action, against such individuals/entities.
TK follows a formal recruitment process through its own HR department and applications are evaluated by its HR department through pre-defined processes. Please visit our official careers website to view authentic job openings at TK.
If you receive any unauthorized, suspicious, or fraudulent offers or interview calls, please email us at tkmna.employee.care@thyssenkrupp-materials.com.
We shall not accept any liability towards the representation made in any fraudulent communication or its consequences, and such fraudulent communication shall not be treated as any kind of offer or representation by TK or its group companies and affiliates.
How to Get Visa Sponsorship in Material Handler
Connect your degree to the role explicitly
Material Handler positions qualify for OPT only when the work relates to your field of study. In your application, draw a direct line between your supply chain, logistics, or industrial engineering coursework and the specific duties listed in the job posting.
Target employers with established OPT hiring processes
Large distribution centers, manufacturers, and third-party logistics companies hire OPT students more consistently than small operations. Companies with existing international hiring infrastructure understand work authorization timelines and are less likely to withdraw offers over paperwork concerns.
Apply before your OPT start date approaches
Material Handler roles often have quick hiring timelines, but onboarding can still take two to four weeks. Submit applications at least 60 days before your intended start date to give employers enough runway to process your documentation without feeling rushed.
Prepare your EAD card and I-20 for I-9 verification
On your first day, employers must complete I-9 employment verification. Bring your EAD card and current I-20 to onboarding. Material Handler employers in logistics and warehousing are accustomed to this process, but having documents ready prevents unnecessary delays.
Mention STEM OPT extension eligibility if your degree qualifies
If your degree is in industrial engineering, supply chain management, or another STEM-designated field, you may qualify for a 24-month STEM OPT extension. Flagging this upfront shows employers you can commit longer, which directly addresses their concern about short authorization windows.
Highlight relevant certifications alongside your work authorization
Forklift certification, OSHA 10, or Six Sigma credentials strengthen Material Handler applications significantly. Leading with these credentials draws initial attention to your qualifications rather than your visa status, making work authorization a secondary consideration during screening.
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Can F-1 OPT students work as Material Handlers?
Yes, but the position must be directly related to your field of study. A Material Handler role qualifies for OPT if your degree is in supply chain management, logistics, industrial engineering, or operations management. You cannot use OPT to work in a role unrelated to your degree program, so the field connection is what USCIS and your DSO will evaluate.
Do Material Handler employers typically sponsor OPT students?
Many do, particularly large logistics companies, manufacturers, and distribution centers with dedicated HR teams. Smaller warehouses with no prior experience hiring international students can be harder to work with. Browse Material Handler listings on Migrate Mate to find employers already familiar with OPT work authorization, which reduces friction during the hiring process.
Does a Material Handler job qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
It depends on your degree. If your degree is in a STEM-designated field such as industrial engineering, supply chain management, or a related quantitative discipline, you may qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension. The role itself must also involve work that utilizes your STEM training directly. Check SEVP's STEM designated degree program list and confirm with your DSO before applying.
What happens if my OPT expires before my employer can transition me to H-1B?
If your OPT expires and you have not secured a new visa status, you must stop working immediately. If you qualify for a STEM OPT extension, applying early extends your authorization by 24 months, giving more time for an H-1B cap-subject filing. Some Material Handler employers in manufacturing or logistics also have access to TN or other visa categories depending on your nationality.
What documents should I give a Material Handler employer for I-9 verification?
You need to present your EAD card, which serves as a List A document and satisfies the I-9 requirement on its own. Some employers also ask to see your I-20 and offer letter for their internal records, though only the EAD is legally required for the I-9. Make sure your EAD reflects your correct OPT start date and that your employment begins on or after that date.
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