Warehouse Materials Handler - Steel & Aluminum

Earle-M.-Jorgensen-Company; Eldridge (IA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) plan with company match up to 4

Life and AD&D insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Paid Time Off

Flexible Spending Accounts

Wellness incentives

Employee discount program

Community engagement

Job summary

EMJ (Earle-M.-Jorgensen-Company) is seeking a Warehouse Material Handler 1 for our Plant operations. This role involves pulling, filling, cutting orders, and handling inventory and shipping tasks in a metals distribution setting.

You will read job orders, verify material, operate cranes and forklifts, and maintain safety and order in the warehouse. Strong attention to safety and teamwork are essential for daily duties.

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

Warehousing experience

Valid Driver’s License

Communication skills

Manual dexterity

Reading blueprints

Basic math

Teamwork

Multi-tasking

Physical fitness

Equipment operation certification

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

EMJ (Earle-M.-Jorgensen-Company) is seeking a Warehouse Material Handler 1 for our Plant operations. This role involves pulling, filling, cutting orders, and handling inventory and shipping tasks in a metals distribution setting.

You will read job orders, verify material, operate cranes and forklifts, and maintain safety and order in the warehouse. Strong attention to safety and teamwork are essential for daily duties.