Night Shift Truck Loader: Forklift & Quality Checks

Reliance, Inc.; Kansas City (KS); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Reliance, Inc. in Kansas City, KS, seeks a warehouse associate in the Plant family (Department) to support metals processing and distribution. You will operate material handling equipment, load/unload materials, and inspect for quality while documenting activities.

The role requires basic math, reading instructions, dexterity, and the ability to work safely in a fast-paced environment. Strong teamwork and reliability are essential.

Qualifications

• 1-2 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.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Generally responsible for completing basic, routine tasks with detailed instructions.
• Responsible for safely loading/unloading material to/from supplier vehicles using material handling equipment such as a forklift, overhead crane or side loaders.
• Examines material for obvious quality defects and using measuring devices such as a tape measure to ensure conformance to purchase and sales orders.
• Tags material for proper identification and completes all required documentation.
• Safely operates commercial trucks on Company property.
• Maintains work area in a clean, safe, and orderly condition.
• Reports any irregularities to supervisor for direction.
• Responsible for adhering to/ensuring compliance with applicable safety and quality standards.

Skills

1-2 years of relevant experience

High School diploma/GED

Warehousing and material handling

Certification to operate material-hand

Clear oral and written communication

Manual dexterity & coordination

Read and comprehend instructions

Basic measurement skills

Basic arithmetic skills

Multi-tasking and time management

Sound decision making and teamwork

Education

High School diploma/GED

Job description

Reliance, Inc. in Kansas City, KS, seeks a warehouse associate in the Plant family (Department) to support metals processing and distribution. You will operate material handling equipment, load/unload materials, and inspect for quality while documenting activities.

The role requires basic math, reading instructions, dexterity, and the ability to work safely in a fast-paced environment. Strong teamwork and reliability are essential.