First-Shift Warehouse Material Handler

Reliance, Inc.; Jefferson (GA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with company match (4%)

Life and AD&D insurance

Short- and long-term disability

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Paid Time Off

9 paid holidays

Flexible Spending Accounts

Wellness incentives

LiveHealth Online

Employee discount program

Community engagement

Job summary

Reliance, Inc. is hiring a Warehouse Material Handler (1st Shift) to support metal processing, distribution, and order fulfillment at our plant facility in Georgia. You will read work orders, verify material, and operate heavy equipment to move items safely.

The role emphasizes accuracy, safety, and teamwork in a medium-d workload environment. Prior warehousing experience with forklift/crane operation is preferred and a valid license is encouraged. Training provided for certifications as needed.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of experience or equivalent education in warehousing or material handling.
• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Valid Driver’s License preferred.
• Experience in warehousing or material handling is preferred.
• Ability to obtain certification to operate motorized material handling and rigging equipment.
• Clear oral and written communication; legible handwriting.
• Manual dexterity 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 and multi-task effectively.
• Teamwork and collaboration with supervisors and coworkers.

Responsibilities

• Move inventory or equipment, fill 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

Clear communication

Reading work orders

Manual dexterity

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Basic math & measurement

Prioritization & multi-tasking

Operate heavy equipment

Education

High School Diploma or GED preferred

1–2 years warehousing experience

Tools

Forklift operation

Rigging equipment operation

Crane operation

Motorized material handling certification

Driver’s license

Job description

Reliance, Inc. is hiring a Warehouse Material Handler (1st Shift) to support metal processing, distribution, and order fulfillment at our plant facility in Georgia. You will read work orders, verify material, and operate heavy equipment to move items safely.

The role emphasizes accuracy, safety, and teamwork in a medium-d workload environment. Prior warehousing experience with forklift/crane operation is preferred and a valid license is encouraged. Training provided for certifications as needed.