Metal Warehouse Material Handler – Forklift & Crane Ops

Reliance, Inc.; Blaine (MN); On-site; USD 36,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision

401(k) match

Life and AD&D insurance

Disability coverage

EAP

PTO & holidays

Flexible Spending Accounts

Wellness incentives

LiveHealth Online

Employee discount program

Community engagement

Job summary

Reliance, Inc. is seeking a Warehouse Material Handler in Minnesota to perform material handling, order pulling, and inventory tasks in a metals distribution setting. The role requires basic equipment operation and reading job orders to verify material.

Local deliveries and safety are emphasized. Responsibilities include operating heavy equipment, maintaining a safe work area, and coordinating with the team for efficient operations.

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, 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 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

Basic math

Teamwork

Communication

Physical fitness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Reliance, Inc. is seeking a Warehouse Material Handler in Minnesota to perform material handling, order pulling, and inventory tasks in a metals distribution setting. The role requires basic equipment operation and reading job orders to verify material.

Local deliveries and safety are emphasized. Responsibilities include operating heavy equipment, maintaining a safe work area, and coordinating with the team for efficient operations.