Forklift Operator 1

AMI Metals; Petersburg (VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Reliance, Inc. is seeking a Forklift Operator in Petersburg, VA to load/unload and move inventory using heavy capacity forklift equipment as directed by supervisors.

The role involves precise inventory logging, order assembly, and coordination with warehouse teams to ensure safe, accurate handling of steel and heavy materials on site. Ideal candidates have strong verbal and written communication skills, experience with trucks and material handling, and familiarity with steel products.

Qualifications

• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Heavy capacity for truck experience preferred.
• Material handling experience preferred.
• Experience working with steel preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklift to lift, move, position, and reposition steel and heavy material to stock areas.
• Load and unload trailers and/or railroad cars.
• Drive and operate forklift in various conditions and spaces.
• Log and report inventory location changes into inventory system or paperwork.
• Log and tag inventory received as per procedure.
• Assemble customer orders according to work orders.
• Record material information to work orders and forms as specified by management.
• Maintain accuracy within set standards.
• Coordinate with warehouse teams to complete tasks.
• Comply with safety policies and procedures.
• Overtime and weekend work may be required.

Skills

Verbal & written comms

Truck experience

Material handling

Steel experience

Job description

Job Summary

The Infra Group is a leading provider in steel distribution, processing, and solutions across the United States. We are built on a foundation of integrity, innovation, and a people-first culture. Our teams take pride in driving operational excellence, developing strong customer relationships, and building a workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered to succeed.

The Forklift Operator will load/unload or otherwise move inventory using heavy capacity for truck equipment according to work orders and by directive of a supervisor.

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

Medium/Heavy work - Exerting up to 50 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

• Responsible for operating fork truck to lift, move, position, and reposition steel and heavy material to stock areas.
• Load and unload trailers and/or railroad cars.
• Able to drive and operate the fork truck in a variety of conditions and spaces.
• Log and report inventory location changes according to specified procedure into inventory computer system and/or by paperwork.
• Log and tag inventory received according to specified procedure.
• Assemble customer orders according to work orders.
• Record pertinent material information to work orders, material, or other forms as specified by management.
• Work within precise limits and standards of accuracy.
• Works and coordinates with multiple areas of the warehouse, and coworkers to complete tasks.
• Maintain compliance with all safety requirements, policies, and procedures.
• Safety sensitive for his/her owns safety and/or of others safety.
• Demonstrated initiative to proactively seek out work and complete tasks.
• Enthusiastic team player with a motivation positive attitude.
• Committed to a workplace of culture and respect.
• Dependable and consistent attendance/punctuality.
• May need to work overtime and weekends as assigned (depending on business needs).
• Performance of other Warehouse or other tasks as required by the absence of a department member or due to an existence of a backlog of work.
• Special projects as specified by management.

Required Skills

• Effective verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to read and write.
• Preferred candidates will have heavy capacity for truck experience.
• Material handling experience preferred.
• Experience working with steel preferred.

Compensation Range

The anticipated compensation for this position is USD $22.00/Hr. - USD $24.00/Hr. depending on experience, qualifications, and location.

EEO Statement

Reliance, Inc. IS A DRUG-FREE WORK ENVIRONMENT EEO/DISABILITY/VETERAN