Material Handler (1st Shift) - Lawrenceville GA

About the role

APL Logistics provides innovative, global supply-chain solutions across Automotive, Consumer, Industrial and Retail markets. The Material Handler plays a key role in order management, distribution, and fulfillment by locating and loading customer product onto pallets, trays, racks, and shelves using both manual and non-motorized equipment. This position ensures operational efficiency, safety, and accuracy in warehouse operations while supporting continuous improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Pulling Orders:
  • Accurately locate and load customer product onto/from pallets, trays, racks, and shelves according to established procedures and safety regulations.
  • Count, weigh, and record the number of units of materials handled on daily production sheets.
  • Complete specialized order processing by stenciling, shrink wrapping, labeling, and consolidating as required.
• Loading & Unloading:
  • Remove samples of materials, label them with identifying information, and transport them to a laboratory for analysis before loading.
  • Load picked orders according to customer-generated Loading Diagrams or instructions, completing paperwork such as Bill of Lading, Pick Report, Trailer Audit, and Lot Verification.
  • Unload, move, stack, and stage customer products and materials by hand and with non-motorized equipment, maintaining accurate records and reports.
• Operating & Maintenance – Equipment and Grounds:
  • Daily inspect, repair, or adjust tow-motor vehicles before operation, following safety and maintenance instructions.
  • Prepare trailers prior to loading by inspecting and cleaning to ensure product preservation.
  • Assist in building and grounds maintenance to keep the facility clean, neat, safe, and orderly.
• Reports:
  • Complete activity and statistical reports as assigned by a supervisor.
  • Assist in physical inventories, ensuring facility and contents are secure.
• Miscellaneous:
  • Perform housekeeping activities, assemble crates, and move loose materials to containers as directed.
  • Participate in all Safety and 5S requirements.
• Key Results:
  • Apply the APL Logistics Continuous Improvement (ACI) Model to enhance operational efficiency, improve business processes, and eliminate waste.
  • Apply the 5S Lean methodology to sustain a safe, clean, and orderly facility.
  • Meet or exceed company standards for safety, food safety, sanitation, quality, productivity, and customer service.

Requirements

• 1-2 years of warehouse or related work experience.
• Ability to read and comprehend basic instructions, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedures.
• Ability to operate non-motorized equipment, conveyor systems, Warehouse Management Systems, and packing material systems.
• Basic math skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to write legibly and communicate professionally and positively.
• Proficiency in English (language skills).
• Team player with a commitment to collaboration.

Skills

• Knowledge of distribution and warehousing preferred.
• Teamwork — demonstrating commitment to collaboration.
• Respect — treating all individuals with dignity.
• Integrity — fostering trust and a positive work environment.
• Innovation — bringing creativity to the workplace.
• Customer Focus — achieving company, department, and personal goals through strong customer focus.

Pay

The hourly wage for this position is $17.86.

Benefits

• Vacation (accrual details not specified).
• 6 days of sick time.
• 8 paid holidays.
• 1 paid "Personal Holiday."
• Company Bonus Plan.
• 401(K) SAVE Plan with annual fixed contribution.
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life & Disability coverage.
• Voluntary Benefits: Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity.
• Tuition reimbursement and student loan assistance.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer funding and wellness incentives.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
• Employee Referral Program.