Metal Warehouse Associate – Forklift & Cranes

Reliance, Inc.; Lynwood (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Supplemental coverage

401(k) plan

Pension plan

FSAs

EAP

Job summary

EMJ is a leading supplier of steel and aluminum products in North America. The Warehouse Material Handler supports metals processing and distribution by pulling orders, verifying material, and handling inventory and shipping tasks. Basic equipment operation and safe work practices are essential.

Shifts: to be determined. The role requires accuracy with work orders, heat numbers, and material specs, plus the ability to operate cranes, forklifts, and other heavy equipment as needed.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 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, coordination, 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, multi-task effectively, and make sound decisions.
• Teamwork and collaboration with supervisors and coworkers.

Responsibilities

• Move inventory or equipment, 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

1–2 years experience

Clear communication

Manual dexterity

Read work orders

Mathematical skills

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklifts/ cranes (heavy equipment)

Job description

EMJ is a leading supplier of steel and aluminum products in North America. The Warehouse Material Handler supports metals processing and distribution by pulling orders, verifying material, and handling inventory and shipping tasks. Basic equipment operation and safe work practices are essential.

Shifts: to be determined. The role requires accuracy with work orders, heat numbers, and material specs, plus the ability to operate cranes, forklifts, and other heavy equipment as needed.