Warehouseman -1st Shift

Kloeckner Metals Corporation; Chicago, Northern (IL, KY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Health insurance – Medical/Prescrip./D

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Wellness Stipend

Paid Life insurance

Paid Short / Long-Term Disability

Adoption Assistance

Adoption & Fertility Navigation

Referral Program

Employee Assistance Program

Employee Discount

Job summary

Kloeckner Metals Corporation is seeking a Warehouseman to efficiently move and handle materials at the plant site. The role uses overhead cranes and forklifts, supports production lines, and maintains inventory accuracy through tagging and documentation.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, basic math skills, and be able to pass a physical. The position requires reliability and attention to quality in all tasks.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required; 1–3 months of related experience or training preferred.
• Ability to perform basic arithmetic and use standard weights, measures, and currencies.
• Must be able to pass a physical examination related to vision, hearing, and mobility.

Responsibilities

• Operates overhead cranes, forklifts to load and unload materials.
• Receives incoming inventory, ensuring proper tagging and documentation.
• Maintains production line equipment and ensures raw materials are available.
• Utilizes computer systems to tag, ship, and receive materials.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Skills

Material handling

Inventory management

Attention to detail

Basic math

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Overhead cranes

Forklifts

Inventory systems

Job description

The Warehouseman is responsible for efficiently managing the movement and handling of materials within the plant site. This role involves operating equipment such as overhead cranes and forklifts, handling inventory, maintaining production line equipment, and performing various related tasks.

• 1st Shift Hours: 5:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m., with availability to work overtime as needed.

Summary of Essential Job Functions/Responsibilities

• Material Handling: Operates overhead cranes, forklifts to load and unload materials and some experience working in a metals warehouse setting preferred
• Inventory Management: Receives incoming inventory, ensuring proper tagging and documentation
• Production Support: Maintains production line equipment with necessary raw materials to minimize downtime
• Computer Operations: Utilizes computer systems to tag, ship, and receive materials
• Additional Duties: Performs other tasks as assigned by the supervisor

Qualifications

• Education and/or Experience: High School diploma or GED required. 1 to 3 months of related experience or training preferred, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Mathematical Skills: Ability to perform basic arithmetic operations (addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division) with whole numbers, and use units of American money and measurements for weight, volume, and distance
• Physical Requirements: Ability to pass a physical examination for vision, hearing, and mobility
• Reliability: Demonstrated reliable work history
• Attention to Detail: Must be detail-oriented with a strong focus on precision and quality in all inspection tasks
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Health insurance – Medical/Prescription Drug/Dental Vision
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Wellness Stipend
• Paid Life insurance
• Paid Short / Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Adoption Assistance (Financial)
• Adoption & Fertility Navigation Support
• Referral Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Discount

Qualifications

Education

Preferred

High School or better.

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