1st Shift Warehouse Material Handler 1- Kansas City, KS

Phoenix Metals; Kansas City (KS); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in metal distribution is seeking a Material Handler for its Kansas City location. The role involves operating specialized equipment, managing inventory, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. Ideal candidates will have strong communication skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Benefits include health coverage, 401K with company match, and a quarterly bonus.

Benefits

Health coverage after 30 days

401K plan with company match

Generous PTO plan

Employee Assistance Program

Employee Referral Program

Qualifications

• 0-5 years of relevant experience or equivalent education.
• Valid Drivers License required.
• Ability to operate motorized material handling equipment.

Responsibilities

• Move inventory or equipment and fill customer orders.
• Operate yard truck for loading and unloading trailers.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area.

Skills

Manual dexterity

Communication

Multi-tasking

Basic arithmetic

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift

Side loader

Crane

Job description

Phoenix Metals Company is a metal distribution company with 18 locations in the United States. The company is a subsidiary of Reliance, Inc., a Fortune 500 SEC registrant, and the largest metals service center company in North America.

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.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Generally responsible for completing basic, routine tasks with detailed instructions.
• 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 and quality standards

Other Duties and Responsibilities

• All other duties and responsibilities assigned by management.

Required and Preferred Qualifications

• 0-5 years of relevant experience or any equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities required.
• 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.
• Warehousing and material handling experience preferred.
• 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.

BENEFITS

• Health coverage available after 30 days offering competitive premiums under a wide expansive network
• Health and Flexible Spending Account options available
• Short and Long Term disability benefits
• Life and Accidental Death / Dismemberment benefits
• Dental and vision coverage
• Wellness Incentives, discounts at gyms nationwide, and many other health and well-being discounts
• 401K plan with company match
• Generous PTO plan
• Company provided Employee Assistance Program across a wide variety of categories.
• Employee Referral Program

Medium work - Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and / or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and / or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Warehouse setting; minimal temperature environment

Quarterly bonus up to $1500

We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants shall be considered for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable Federal, state, or local law.

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Material Handler 1St Shift • Kansas City, KS, US