1st Shift Warehouse Material Handler - Norcross GA

Phoenix Metals Company; Peachtree Corners (GA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Phoenix Metals Company is seeking an experienced forklift operator to join the plant/warehouse team in Peachtree Corners, GA. The role requires 3+ years of forklift experience and a valid driver's license.

You will move inventory, pick orders, load/unload trucks, and help maintain safe, organized storage areas in a metals distribution setting. Job involves using forklift, side loader, or crane, with emphasis on safety, accuracy, and timely order fulfillment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of forklift experience.
• High School diploma/GED preferred.
• Valid Driver's License required.
• Ability to meet MVR criteria as defined by regulations/policy.
• Warehousing and material handling experience preferred.
• Must obtain certification to operate required equipment.

Responsibilities

• Move inventory or equipment and fill customer orders.
• Unload incoming material and load trucks/vehicles.
• Receive, place and return items in stock locations.
• Pull and assemble orders from documentation.
• Tag material for identification and maintain documentation.
• Operate forklift, side loader, or crane to move materials.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and orderly work area.
• Adhere to safety and quality standards.

Skills

Experience: forklift (3+ yrs)

Driver's license

Manual dexterity

Communication skills

Multi-tasking

Education

High School diploma/GED

Tools

Forklift certification

Material handling equipment

Job description

Job Summary

Quarterly bonus with a maximum earning potential of $1,500 per quarter. Minimum 3 years of forklift experience. 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.