1st Shift Machine Operator I

Phoenix Metals Company; Morrisville (Bucks County); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Phoenix Metals Company is seeking a warehouse associate to support metals processing and distribution activities. The role involves moving inventory, pulling orders, tagging materials, and maintaining accurate stock records in a fast-paced warehouse environment.

Candidates should have 5–10 years of warehousing experience, a valid driver's license, and the ability to operate forklift and related equipment with a strong commitment to safety and teamwork.

Qualifications

• 5–10 years of warehousing and material handling experience.
• High School diploma or GED preferred.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Must meet MVR criteria per regulations and/or company policy.
• Certification to operate required material handling equipment.
• Clear oral and written communication skills.
• Good manual dexterity and coordination.
• Ability to read and comprehend written instructions.
• Basic measurement and math skills.
• Ability to multitask and manage time.
• Ability to make sound decisions.
• Ability to work well with supervisors and coworkers.

Responsibilities

• Move inventory or equipment and fulfill customer orders.
• Receive and place items into stock locations.
• Pull and assemble orders from shipping documents.
• Tag materials for identification and document accordingly.
• Move material using forklift, side loader, or crane.
• Operate yard truck for loading/unloading.
• Keep work area clean, safe, and orderly.
• Sort materials on racks by size/type/code.
• Spot-check inventory and tag accuracy.
• Report irregularities to supervisor.
• Restock material.
• Occasionally drive non‑DOT truck for local deliveries.
• Adhere to safety compliance.
• All other duties assigned by management.

Skills

Warehousing experience

Valid driver's license

MVR compliance knowledge

Equipment certification

Clear communication

Manual dexterity

Reading and writing

Basic measurement & math

Multitasking & time management

Decision making

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift operation

Crane/side loader operation

Yard truck operation

Job description

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Job Summary

This job is in the Plant family (Department), which includes positions responsible for supervising or performing metals processing and distribution work. Work includes specialized equipment operation and/or supporting functions and requires a practical knowledge of the nature and operations and the materials, facilities and methods employed by Phoenix Metals in metals processing and distribution.

Physical Requirements

Stand or Sit(Stationary position), Walk(Move, Traverse), Climb (stairs/ladders) or balance (Ascend/Descend, Work atop, Traverse), Use hand/fingers to handle or feel (Operate, Activate, Use, Prepare, Inspect, Place, Detect, Position), Stoop, kneel, crouch, or Crawl(Position self(to), Move), Talk/hear(Communicate, Detect, Converse with, Discern, Convey, Express oneself, Exchange information), See (Detect, Determine, Perceive, Identify, Recognize, Judge, Observe, Inspect, Estimate, Assess), Pushing or Pulling, Reaching, Repetitive Motion

Function in the Job

Medium/Heavy work - Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Job Function

• Responsible for moving inventory or equipment, filling customer orders, pulling material from racks, unloading incoming material, loading trucks and/or customer vehicles, & helping maintain the upkeep of the warehouse.
• Receives, places/returns items into stock inventory locations.
• Pulls and assembles orders based on reviewing work/shipping orders or other documentation.
• Tags material for proper identification and completes all required documentation.
• Moves material from receiving or production areas to storage or to other designated areas using forklift, side loader, or crane.
• Operates yard truck for the purpose of loading and unloading trailers.
• Maintains work area in a clean, safe, and orderly condition.
• Sorts and places material on rack, shelves, or in bins according to predetermined sequence such as size, type, or product code.
• Spot checks on inventory, completes daily and/or ad hoc checks for proper tagging of material, as directed.
• Reports any irregularities to supervisor for direction.
• Restocks material.
• May occasionally drive motor vehicle (non-DOT truck) for local deliveries and parts pick-ups.
• Responsible for adhering to/ensuring compliance with applicable safety
• All other duties and responsibilities assigned by management.

Required Skills

• 5 – 10 years of relevant experience within related fields such as warehousing and material handling required.
• High School diploma/GED preferred.
• Must possess a Valid Drivers License.
• Ability to meet current Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) quality criteria as defined by Federal regulations and/or company policy required.
• Must be able to obtain a certification to operate all required motorized material handling and rigging equipment.
• Clear oral and written communication skills, particularly legible handwriting required.
• Ability to show adequate manual dexterity, finger dexterity, arm-hand steadiness, and multi-limb coordination required.
• Ability to read and comprehend written instructions as applied to work situations required.
• Basic measurement skills, including taking, converting, and/or using measurements of length, width, height, and weight to perform basic math computations correctly required.
• Basic arithmetic skills to calculate and convert decimals and fractions required.
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and manage time effectively required.
• Ability to make sound decisions based on a combination of factors including knowledge, experience, and judgment required.
• Ability to develop and maintain good working relationships with supervisors and co-workers required.