Metal Warehouse Material Handler - Crane & Forklift Ops

Earle M. Jorgensen Company; Greensboro (NC); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Earle M. Jorgensen Company in Greensboro, NC is seeking a Warehouse Material Handler to support metals processing and distribution. You will pull and fill orders, verify materials, and operate heavy equipment to move inventory and ship products.

The role requires reading work orders, basic math, safe operation of cranes/forklifts, and strong teamwork. This full-time position offers benefits and a local, on-site work environment.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 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, fill customer 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 loads, 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

Experience background

Clear communication

Manual dexterity

Read blueprints

Math & measurement

Prioritize multitask

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Earle M. Jorgensen Company in Greensboro, NC is seeking a Warehouse Material Handler to support metals processing and distribution. You will pull and fill orders, verify materials, and operate heavy equipment to move inventory and ship products.

The role requires reading work orders, basic math, safe operation of cranes/forklifts, and strong teamwork. This full-time position offers benefits and a local, on-site work environment.