Warehouse Material Handler & Inventory Specialist

Reliance, Inc.; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Reliance, Inc. invites applications for a warehouse position within the Plant family (Department), performing metals processing and distribution tasks with supervision or independent execution as needed.

The role requires practical knowledge of company operations, materials, facilities, and methods used in metals processing. The position emphasizes material handling, inventory management, and order fulfillment in a fast-paced warehouse environment, with attention to safety and quality standards

Qualifications

• 0-5 years of relevant experience or equivalent education/experience.
• High School diploma/GED preferred.
• Valid Driver's License required.
• MVR criteria as defined by regulation/policy.
• Warehousing and material handling experience preferred.
• Certification to operate motorized material handling and rigging equipment required.
• Clear oral and written communication skills; legible handwriting.
• Adequate manual dexterity and multi-limb coordination.
• Ability to read/write instructions and perform basic math.
• Ability to multitask, prioritize, and manage time effectively.
• Decision-making based on knowledge, experience, and judgment.
• Ability to work well with supervisors and coworkers.

Responsibilities

• Complete basic, routine tasks with detailed instructions.
• Move inventory or equipment; fill orders; pull materials from racks; unload and load items.
• Receive, place, and return items into stock locations.
• Pull and assemble orders from work/shipping orders and documentation.
• Tag material for proper identification and complete documentation.
• Move material using forklift, side loader, or crane between stations.
• Operate yard truck to load/unload trailers.
• Maintain a clean, safe, orderly work area.
• Sort material by size, type, or product code on racks or bins.
• Spot-check inventory and tagging as directed; report irregularities.
• Restock material; may drive non-DOT local deliveries.

Skills

Forklift operation

Material handling

Safety awareness

Quality documentation

Reading instructions

Communication skills

Education

High School diploma/GED

Job description

Reliance, Inc. invites applications for a warehouse position within the Plant family (Department), performing metals processing and distribution tasks with supervision or independent execution as needed.

The role requires practical knowledge of company operations, materials, facilities, and methods used in metals processing. The position emphasizes material handling, inventory management, and order fulfillment in a fast-paced warehouse environment, with attention to safety and quality standards