Location
Williamsport, Pennsylvania, United States
Type
Full-time
Job Description
Employer: BRODART CO Job Details: Job Location: ARCH - Williamsport, PA, Position Type: 8 LABORERS/HELPERS, Education Level: High School or GED, Salary Range: Undisclosed, Travel Percentage: None, Job Shift: Full Time, Under the direction of the Supervisor, Books Production or their designee, this position provides for the efficient handling and movement of materials to and from designated areas in the facility as may be required for processing of product. Pack materials for shipment in appropriate containers, i.e. determines size of carton based on order quantity, to ensure product quality and guard against damage. May use packing paper to prevent sliding and damage during shipment. Responsible to enter information into computer system as necessary for order fulfillment in SCS and Oracle and processing of appropriate labels and stickers, such as may be necessary for foreign and/or special accounts. Responsible to perform other duties of equal or lesser classification irrespective of required change in department, hours (including mandatory overtime) or work conditions as directed by supervisor. Maintain safe, clean and organized work areas, emptying trash cans and barrels and sweeping of floors, as needed. Cross training and substitution of tasks that may be of higher classification as required by supervision. Qualifications: High School diploma or equivalent; minimum of 2 years previous shipping and/or receiving experience or the skills of Material Handler II and demonstrated ability to perform at a high level of productivity in peak periods of operation. Capable of performing at a superior proficiency level of competence within production standards of efficiency and skill of a Material Handler II. PC Proficiency and familiarity with Kewill Help desk procedures. Microsoft office suite (word, excel). Ability to read, write and follow verbal and written instructions and prioritize work assignments; flexible to make appropriate decisions regarding safety in handling materials and responsive to changing work environments. Ability to operate forklift, pallet jack or other material handling equipment. Ability to work/communicate effectively and respectfully with co-workers and to adhere to Brodart rules, policies and standards of conduct. Must be able to work in a production environment that may be subject to varied temperatures and other conditions, such as noise (conveyor) and dust. Must be able to stand/walk for 8 hour shifts and possess the ability to frequently bend and lift 40 lbs and up to 70 lbs occasionally and push book trucks weighing several hundred pounds. Required to float throughout the work area and move from zone to zone as workload requires. This position is subject to scheduled overtime which may be required based on production needs. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Brodart Co. is an Equal Opportunity Employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Requirements
Requires a high school diploma or equivalent and at least two years of shipping or receiving experience, or equivalent Material Handler II skills and demonstrated productivity. Candidates must be proficient with computers and Microsoft Office, able to operate material-handling equipment, follow instructions, communicate effectively, and meet the physical demands of the role.