3rd Shift Truck Loader - Kansas City, KS

Phoenix Metals Company; Kansas City (KS); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 2,755,000; Full time

Job summary

Phoenix Metals Company in Kansas City, USA, is seeking a warehouse associate to support metals processing and distribution. The role involves loading/unloading materials with equipment, inspecting items for quality, and documenting movements according to orders.

The position requires 1–2 years warehousing or related experience, the ability to read instructions, basic math, and the certification to operate motorized handling equipment. A strong emphasis on safety and teamwork is essential.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required or preferred.
• Certification to operate motorized material handling and rigging equipment required.
• 1–2 years of warehousing or material handling experience preferred.
• Clear written and oral communication skills, including legible handwriting.

Responsibilities

• Safely load/unload material using forklift, overhead crane, or side loaders.
• Inspect material for defects and verify conformance to orders using measuring tools.
• Tag material for identification and complete required documentation.
• Operate company trucks on premises.
• Keep work area clean, safe, and orderly.
• Report irregularities to supervisor and follow safety and quality standards.
• Maintain compliance with safety and quality procedures.

Skills

Experience

Clear communication

Dexterity

Multi-tasking

Basic math

Time management

Reading/comprehension

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Equipment operation

Education

High School diploma/GED

Certification to operate motorized equipment

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)
• 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 safely loading/unloading material to/from supplier vehicles using material handling equipment such as a forklift, overhead crane or side loaders.
• Examines material for obvious quality defects and using measuring devices such as a tape measure to ensure conformance to purchase and sales orders.
• Tags material for proper identification and completes all required documentation.
• Safely operates commercial trucks on Company property.
• Maintains work area in a clean, safe, and orderly condition.
• Reports any irregularities to supervisor for direction.
• Responsible for adhering to/ensuring compliance with applicable safety and quality standards.

Required Skills

• 1-2 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.
• 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.