Material Handler III -- Packing

Location: ARCH, PA, USA

About the role

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.

Responsibilities

• Pack materials for shipment in appropriate containers, determining size of carton based on order quantity to ensure product quality and guard against damage.
• Use packing paper to prevent sliding and damage during shipment.
• Enter information into computer systems (SCS and Oracle) for order fulfillment and process appropriate labels and stickers for foreign and/or special accounts.
• Perform other duties of equal or lesser classification, including changes in department, hours (mandatory overtime), or work conditions as directed by supervisor.
• Maintain safe, clean, and organized work areas by emptying trash cans and barrels and sweeping floors as needed.
• Cross-train and substitute tasks of higher classification as required by supervision.

Requirements

• High School diploma and/or GED equivalent.
• Capable of performing at an acceptable proficiency level within production standards of efficiency and skill.
• Ability to read and understand filling conventions, write, and follow verbal and written instructions.
• Flexible to make appropriate decisions regarding safety in handling materials and responsive to changing work environments.
• Ability to work and communicate effectively and respectfully with co-workers while adhering to Brodart rules, policies, and standards of conduct.
• Must be able to work in a production environment subject to varied temperatures, noise (conveyor), dust, glue, or adhesives.
• Must be able to stand/walk for 8-hour shifts and frequently bend and lift 40 lbs (up to 70 lbs occasionally).
• Must be able to push book trucks weighing several hundred pounds.
• Close and distant vision, with the ability to use hands and fingers to handle and feel, talk, and hear.

Schedule

Full-time position subject to scheduled overtime based on production needs.