Metal Warehouse Specialist

Reliance, Inc.; Hayward (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Union benefits

401(k) plan

Flexible Spending Accounts

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Community engagement opportunities

Job summary

Reliance, Inc. is seeking a Warehouse Material Handler 1 in Hayward, CA. The role involves pulling orders, stocking and distributing materials, and supporting shipping tasks within the plant. Basic equipment operation and safety practices are essential.

The position requires 1–2 years in warehousing, attention to detail, and the ability to read orders and heat numbers. Union benefits, 401(k), and health coverage are among offered perks.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of warehousing or material handling experience.
• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Valid Driver’s License preferred.
• Ability to obtain certification to operate motorized material handling and rigging equipment.
• Clear oral and written communication; legible handwriting.
• Basic math and measurement skills, including fractions and conversions.
• Ability to read and comprehend work instructions and blueprints.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and multi-task effectively.
• 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

Experience in warehousing

High School Diploma

Driver’s License

Read work orders

Heavy equipment operation

Communication skills

Manual dexterity

Blueprint reading

Math/measurements

Task prioritization

Teamwork

Equipment certification

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Reliance, Inc. is seeking a Warehouse Material Handler 1 in Hayward, CA. The role involves pulling orders, stocking and distributing materials, and supporting shipping tasks within the plant. Basic equipment operation and safety practices are essential.

The position requires 1–2 years in warehousing, attention to detail, and the ability to read orders and heat numbers. Union benefits, 401(k), and health coverage are among offered perks.