1st Shift Warehouse Material Handler I - Birmingham, AL

Reliance, Inc.; Birmingham (AL); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Phoenix Metals in Birmingham, AL seeks a warehouse associate to supervise and perform metals processing and distribution tasks. You will handle material movement, inventory, and order fulfillment with forklifts, cranes, and side loaders.

Role requires basic math, reading instructions, and strong safety awareness; occasional local deliveries may be required. High school diploma or GED preferred; valid driver’s license and MVR criteria apply.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required or equivalent experience.
• Valid driver’s license and MVR criteria as defined by policy.
• Ability to obtain certification to operate required motorized material handling and rigging equipment.
• Warehousing and material handling experience preferred.
• Clear oral and written communication skills, legible handwriting.
• Ability to read and comprehend written instructions; basic measurement skills.
• Basic arithmetic skills to compute measurements and conversions.
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and manage time effectively.
• Ability to develop and maintain good working relationships with supervisors and co-workers.

Responsibilities

• Move inventory or equipment and fill customer orders following documented procedures.
• Pull material from racks and unload incoming material; load trucks and customer vehicles.
• Tag material for proper identification and complete required documentation.
• Transfer material using forklift, side loader, or crane; operate yard truck for loading/unloading.
• Keep work area clean, safe, and orderly; follow safety and quality standards.
• Conduct daily inventory checks and report irregularities to supervisor.
• May drive local deliveries and parts pick-ups when needed.

Skills

Valid Driver's License

MVR criteria

Warehousing experience

Material handling

Forklift operation

Rigging certification

Safety compliance

Clear communication

Reading instructions

Basic math

Multi-tasking

Teamwork

Education

High School diploma/GED

Tools

Forklift

Crane operation

Side loader

Job description

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), Use hand/fingers to handle or feel (Operate, Activate, Use, Prepare, Inspect, Place, Detect, Position), Climb (stairs/ladders) or balance (Ascend/Descend, Work atop, Traverse), 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

Heavy work - Exerting up to 100 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

• 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.

Required Skills

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