2nd Shift Warehouse Material Handler I - Nashville, TN

Phoenix Metals Company; Spring Hill (TN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Phoenix Metals Company in Spring Hill, TN is seeking a warehouse associate to support metals processing and distribution. You will move inventory, pull orders, and operate basic material handling equipment under detailed instructions.

This role emphasizes safety, accuracy, and teamwork; you will tag material, maintain clean work areas, and comply with quality standards while handling yard and loading tasks.

Qualifications

• 0–5 years relevant experience
• High School diploma/GED preferred
• Valid driver’s license
• Satisfactory MVR criteria per regulations/policy
• Warehousing and material handling experience preferred
• Certifications to operate motorized material handling and rigging equipment required
• Clear oral and written communication skills
• Manual dexterity and coordination
• Ability to read and understand written instructions
• Basic measurement skills
• Basic arithmetic skills
• Multi-tasking and time management
• Sound decision making
• Ability to work well with supervisors and co‑workers

Responsibilities

• Receives, places/returns items into stock locations.
• Pulls and assembles orders based on shipping docs.
• Tags material for identification and completes documentation.
• Moves material using forklift, side loader, or crane.
• Operates yard truck for loading/unloading trailers.
• Keeps work area clean, safe, and orderly.
• Sorts material by size, type, or product code.
• Performs daily/adhoc inventory checks and tagging.
• Reports irregularities to supervisor for direction.
• Restocks material.
• Occasional local driving for deliveries and parts pickup.
• Adheres to safety and quality standards.

Skills

Valid Driver's License

Warehouse and material handling

Operate motorized equipment

Safety driven

Oral and written communication

Manual and finger dexterity

Follow written instructions

Basic math and measurement

Multi-tasking and time management

Education

High School diploma or GED

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

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, & helps maintain the upkeep of the warehouse.

Responsibilities

• 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 judgement required.
• Ability to develop and maintain good working relationships with supervisors and co‑workers required.