Warehouse Material Handler 1 at Reliance, Inc in La Mirada, California

Job Description:

Job Summary



All duties related to the operation of a Steel Distribution warehouse. Work includes specialized equipment operation and/or supporting functions and requires a practical knowledge of the nature and operations and the materials, facilities and methods.



Physical Requirements



Stand or Sit(Stationary position), Walk(Move, Traverse), Use hand/fingers to handle or feel (Operate, Activate, Use, Prepare, Inspect, Place, Detect, Position), Climb (stairs/ladders) or balance (Ascend/Descend, Work atop, Traverse), Stoop, kneel, crouch, or Crawl(Position self(to), Move), Talk/hear(Communicate, Detect, Converse with, Discern, Convey, Express oneself, Exchange information), See (Detect, Determine, Perceive, Identify, Recognize, Judge, Observe, Inspect, Estimate, Assess), Pushing or Pulling, Reaching, Repetitive Motion

Function in the Job



Heavy work - Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Job Function

• Completed basic, routine tasks with detailed instructions.


• Responsible for moving inventory or equipment, filling customer orders, pulling material from racks, unloading incoming material, loading trucks and/or customer vehicles, & helping maintain the upkeep of the warehouse.


• Receives, places/returns items into stock inventory locations.


• Pulls and assembles orders based on reviewing work/shipping orders or other documentation.


• Tags material for proper identification and completes all required documentation.


• Moves material from receiving or production areas to storage or to other designated areas using forklift, side loader, or crane.


• Maintains work area in a clean, safe, and orderly condition.


• Sorts and places material on rack, shelves, or in bins according to predetermined sequence such as size, type, or product code.


• Spot checks on inventory, completes daily and/or ad hoc checks for proper tagging of material, as directed.


• Reports any irregularities to supervisor for direction.


• Restocks material.


• Adhered to/ensuring compliance with applicable safety and quality standards.

Required Skills

• 0-5 years of relevant experience or any equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities required.


• Warehousing and material handling experience preferred.


• 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.

Compensation Range



The anticipated compensation for this position is USD $20.00/Hr. - USD $23.00/Hr. depending on experience, qualifications, and location. Apply Now