Material Handler - 3rd Shift

Reliance, Inc.; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Reliance, Inc. invites applications for a warehouse position within the Plant family (Department), performing metals processing and distribution tasks with supervision or independent execution as needed.

The role requires practical knowledge of company operations, materials, facilities, and methods used in metals processing. The position emphasizes material handling, inventory management, and order fulfillment in a fast-paced warehouse environment, with attention to safety and quality standards

Qualifications

• 0-5 years of relevant experience or equivalent education/experience.
• High School diploma/GED preferred.
• Valid Driver's License required.
• MVR criteria as defined by regulation/policy.
• Warehousing and material handling experience preferred.
• Certification to operate motorized material handling and rigging equipment required.
• Clear oral and written communication skills; legible handwriting.
• Adequate manual dexterity and multi-limb coordination.
• Ability to read/write instructions and perform basic math.
• Ability to multitask, prioritize, and manage time effectively.
• Decision-making based on knowledge, experience, and judgment.
• Ability to work well with supervisors and coworkers.

Responsibilities

• Complete basic, routine tasks with detailed instructions.
• Move inventory or equipment; fill orders; pull materials from racks; unload and load items.
• Receive, place, and return items into stock locations.
• Pull and assemble orders from work/shipping orders and documentation.
• Tag material for proper identification and complete documentation.
• Move material using forklift, side loader, or crane between stations.
• Operate yard truck to load/unload trailers.
• Maintain a clean, safe, orderly work area.
• Sort material by size, type, or product code on racks or bins.
• Spot-check inventory and tagging as directed; report irregularities.
• Restock material; may drive non-DOT local deliveries.

Skills

Forklift operation

Material handling

Safety awareness

Quality documentation

Reading instructions

Communication skills

Education

High School diploma/GED

Job description

Job Summary

This job is in the Plant family (Department), which includes positions responsible for supervising or performing work metals processing and distribution work within the Reliance family of companies. 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 Reliance companies in metals processing and distribution.

Physical Requirements

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), Pushing or Pulling, Reaching, Talk/hear(Communicate, Detect, Converse with, Discern, Convey, Express oneself, Exchange information), See (Detect, Determine, Perceive, Identify, Recognize, Judge, Observe, Inspect, Estimate, Assess), Repetitive Motion

Function in the Job

Medium work - Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 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, & helping maintain the upkeep of the warehouse.
• 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 judgment required.
• Ability to develop and maintain good working relationships with supervisors and co-workers required.

EEO Statement

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