Warehouse Inventory Clerk

Zekelman•Kansas City, MO

About The Position

As a Warehouse Inventory Clerk at Zekelman Industries, you will support warehouse operations by ensuring materials are received, stored, and shipped accurately and efficiently. The role involves coordinating warehouse flow, directing picking and loading work, checking shipments, assisting drivers, processing incoming materials, replenishing stock, and operating warehouse equipment. It is suited to an organized person with strong attention to detail who enjoys working with people and equipment in a fast-paced environment.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED with at least 2 years of warehouse experience, preferably in the steel or tubing industry, or equivalent education and experience.
Strong math skills, including the ability to compute rates, ratios, and percentages.
Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and Outlook) and ability to learn bar-coding systems.
Ability to obtain forklift certification and dock leveler training within the first week of employment.
Willingness to obtain OSHA 30-hour certification within the first month.
Ability to safely operate forklifts and warehouse equipment in varying weather and traffic conditions.
Ability to perform physical tasks including lifting, moving, and operating machinery.

Nice To Haves

Three years of warehouse experience in the steel or tubing industry.
Experience with bar-coding systems.
Knowledge of SAP or scanning tools.
Basic knowledge of warehouse tools and equipment.

Responsibilities

Drive the flow of warehouse operations under the direction of the site manager.
Distribute orders to picking and loading staff according to the manager’s plan.
Check loads for accuracy before shipment as needed.
Greet inbound and outbound drivers, check them in and out, and direct truck traffic in the yard.
Print batch and shipping labels for the picking and loading team.
Receive and process incoming materials, parts, tools, and equipment.
Inspect materials for potential damage and document or report issues.
Receive materials from van and flatbed truck loads.
Replenish warehouse stock and rotate inventory using forklifts or reach trucks.
Operate forklifts, order pickers, reach trucks, and pallet jacks.
Participate in departmental process improvement and help standardize procedures.
Follow safety, quality, and company guidelines.
Perform other duties as assigned.