Material Handler - 1st Shift

Zekelman Industries; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Zekelman Industries is seeking a Material Handler for the 1st shift in Birmingham, AL. This role involves efficiently picking, packing, and loading steel materials while adhering to safety and quality standards. Candidates should have at least 2 years of warehouse experience and a high school diploma. The position offers competitive pay and excellent benefits, including a bonus plan and tuition assistance.

Benefits

401(k) with Company Match

Comprehensive Health, Dental & Vision Insurance

Tuition Assistance Program

Paid Vacation & Holidays

Employee Loyalty Awards

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of warehouse experience, preferably in steel or tubing.
• Strong communication skills for effective collaboration.
• Basic math skills for accurate order processing.

Responsibilities

• Champions safe work practices and prepares materials for distribution.
• Processes and fulfills orders, ensuring accuracy and efficiency.
• Operates forklifts and other equipment to move materials.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical training preferred

Tools

Forklift

Reach truck

Order picker

Job description

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You may not know our name, but you know our products. What we make is part the places where we live, work and play – all day, everyday.

Zekelman is a family of companies — 100% domestic manufacturers — with a legacy dating back to 1877. We’re proud to be the largest independent steel pipe and tube manufacturer in North America and the leading innovator in multi-family housing development.

We believe in what we build and what we build, builds the world around us. Hospitals, hotels, schools, bridges, airports and more.

Come build a career you believe in.

As a Material Handler at Zekelman Industries, Birmingham, you will play a key role in ensuring the efficient picking, packing, and loading of steel tube and pipe materials while adhering to established procedures and quality standards. This role is perfect for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, is detail-oriented, and enjoys working with standard warehouse equipment to streamline material handling processes.

Shift: 1st

Pay: $23.55 per hour + production incentive

What You’ll Do

• Champions and enforces safe work practices in accordance with company policies and regulatory requirements.
• Prepares materials, products, and equipment for distribution and shipment, ensuring accuracy and efficiency.
• Processes and fulfills orders from customers and internal teams, meeting deadlines and quality expectations.
• Picks, packs, and stages orders, verifying accuracy using scanning tools to ensure proper fulfillment.
• Loads shipments onto flatbed trucks or LTL carriers, following safety protocols and optimizing space usage.
• Receives, inspects, and processes incoming materials, promptly reporting any damages.
• Replenishes warehouse stock and rotates inventory using a reach truck or forklift to maintain stock levels.
• Operates forklifts, order pickers, reach trucks, and walkie rider pallet jacks to move materials efficiently.
• Standardizes and optimizes shipping and receiving procedures for accuracy and efficiency.
• Performs additional duties as assigned, contributing to the overall smooth operation of the warehouse.
• Regular, full-time onsite attendance is required.
  
  

Who You Are

• Minimum of 2 years of warehouse experience, preferably in steel or tubing, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent; technical training preferred.
• Basic math skills for accurate order processing and inventory management.
• Strong communication skills for effective collaboration with cross-functional teams.
• Problem-solving ability to address warehouse challenges in real-time.
• High attention to detail to ensure order accuracy and maintain quality standards.
  
  

What You’ll Get

Zekelman Industries offers competitive compensation and excellent benefits, including low-cost, high-quality medical and dental benefits. In addition, we have an amazing tuition assistance program, a bonus plan, a 401(k) plan with a generous company match, loyalty awards, and much more:

• Competitive Compensation
• Bonus Plan & Profit-Sharing Opportunities
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Comprehensive Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Paid Vacation & Holidays
• Employee Loyalty Awards
  
  

Compensation & Benefits

Below is the expected base salary range for this position. This is a good-faith estimate, and offers will be determined based on experience, education, skill set, and interview performance.

Base Salary Range: $23.55 per hour + production incentive

Zekelman Industries offers competitive compensation and excellent benefits, including low-cost, high-quality medical and dental benefits. In addition, we have an amazing tuition assistance program, a bonus plan, a 401(k) plan with a generous company match, immediate vesting, and much more.

M/F/D/V

We are Zekelman Industries.

We manufacture superior quality tubular and related products, and provide outstanding service for our valued customers.

We seek to continuously advance the skills and opportunities of our employees, utilizing the latest technology and management tools available to consistently increase profitability and the enterprise value of Zekelman Industries and of our customers.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Wholesale Building Materials

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