1st Shift Warehouse Material Handler (Metals)

Earle-M.-Jorgensen-Company; Jefferson (GA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Life and AD&D insurance

EAP and counseling

Paid Time Off

Flexible Spending Accounts

Wellness programs

Employee discounts

Volunteer opportunities

Job summary

Earle M. Jorgensen in Jefferson, GA is seeking a Warehouse Material Handler for 1st shift to pull, fill, and cut orders, manage inventory, and handle shipping tasks in a metals distribution setting.

The role emphasizes safety and accuracy in a fast-paced plant. Responsibilities include reading work orders, verifying heat numbers and material specifications, and operating cranes, forklifts, side loaders, and other equipment as required.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years experience in warehousing or material handling.
• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Valid driver’s license preferred.
• Ability to obtain certification to operate motorized material handling and rigging equipment.
• Clear oral and written communication; legible handwriting.
• Manual dexterity, coordination, and physical fitness to operate heavy equipment.
• Ability to read and comprehend work instructions and blueprints.
• Basic math and measurement skills, including fractions and conversions.
• Ability to prioritize tasks, multi-task effectively, and make sound decisions.
• Teamwork and collaboration with supervisors and coworkers.

Responsibilities

• Move inventory or equipment, fill customer orders, pull material from racks, unload incoming material, load trucks and customer vehicles, and maintain the warehouse.
• Receive and return items into stock locations.
• Read and decipher work orders; verify heat numbers and material specifications.
• Operate cranes, forklifts, side loaders, yard trucks, saws, and other heavy equipment as required.
• Place materials into storage or remove them for order fulfillment.
• Tag material for identification and complete documentation.
• Sort and place materials by size, type, or product code.
• Coordinate with team to ensure efficient and safe machine and equipment operations.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area.
• Perform spot checks on inventory and restock materials as needed.
• Drive company vehicle for local deliveries and parts pick-up (non-DOT).

Skills

Basic math

Reading blueprints

Manual dexterity

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift certification

Rigging certification

Motorized equipment certification

Job description

Earle M. Jorgensen in Jefferson, GA is seeking a Warehouse Material Handler for 1st shift to pull, fill, and cut orders, manage inventory, and handle shipping tasks in a metals distribution setting.

The role emphasizes safety and accuracy in a fast-paced plant. Responsibilities include reading work orders, verifying heat numbers and material specifications, and operating cranes, forklifts, side loaders, and other equipment as required.