CONVERSION - Package Handler - 2nd Shift

International Executive Service Corps; Port Reading (NJ); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

401k with company match

Medical, Dental, Vision

Paid Time Off

Company Holidays

Employee Discount Program

Disability & Life Insurance

Job summary

DHL eCommerce seeks a Package Handler to efficiently process and sort mail and parcels, ensuring labels are printed and placed correctly. They will follow all processing procedures to maintain quality and accuracy.

The role includes sorting duties, meeting targets, inspecting labels, operating sorting machinery, and daily workstation upkeep in a warehouse setting. Competitive benefits accompany the position.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to sort alphabetically and numerically.
• Understand basic math operations (count/add/subtract).
• Thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• Collaborate effectively with colleagues to achieve goals.
• Follow well-outlined procedures and instructions.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area.

Responsibilities

• Sort and process all incoming mail and parcels, aligning with designated area requirements and maintaining high quality standards.
• Ensure sorting targets are met or exceeded.
• Inspect each piece of mail to ensure labels and zip codes match.
• Operate sorting machinery and load pallets/bins as needed.
• Scan labels and maintain workstation.
• Maintain cleanliness of work area.
• Adapt to different operational areas as needed.

Skills

Active listening

Alphabetical sorting

Numerical sorting

Basic math

Team collaboration

Procedural discipline

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

JOB SUMMARY:

The Package Handler will efficiently process and sort mail and parcels, ensuring that all labels are accurately printed and correctly placed. They will also adhere to all processing and sorting procedures to maintain quality and accuracy.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Sort and process all incoming mail and parcels, aligning with designated area requirements and maintaining our high-quality standards.
• Ensure sorting and processing targets are met or exceeded consistently.
• Inspect each piece of mail to ensure the labels are affixed correctly and the zip code on the label matches the address zip code.
• Operating sorting machinery which may include loading cardboard boxes (Gaylords) and/or bins and rapidly placing mail/parcels onto conveyors.
• Scan labels and maintain workstation.
• Maintain cleanliness of work area
• Flexibility to adapt to different operational areas as needed to support the business.
• Essential duties are not necessarily exhaustive and may be supplemented or otherwise revised by DHL at its sole discretion.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

• High School or equivalent training and/or related experience preferred.

REQUIREMENTS/SKILLS:

• Listen actively and execute verbal instructions effectively.
• Ability to sort alphabetically and numerically.
• Understand standardized math processes, e.g., count, addition, and subtraction.
• Thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, and maintain a consistent performance over extended periods.
• Collaborate effectively with colleagues to achieve common goals.
• Excel in a role that involves well-outlined procedures and clear instructions.
• Build strong working relationships by regularly engaging with team members.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Walk, push, pull and lift up to 50 lbs. (additional weight may be required with assistance)
• Reach overhead, squat, bend or kneel most of the work shift.
• Transport mail utilizing pallet jack.
• This is a warehouse environment where frequently this position will be exposed to cold, hot, and changing temperatures; will constantly experience noise at medium level not damaging or loud enough to require protective equipment; will frequently be exposed to dust, dirt, and changes in lighting.

As a leading logistics company in one of the fastest growing industries, at DHL eCommerce, we offer our employees, and their dependents benefits and incentives to make them successful at work and home.

• Competitive Pay
• Retirement Savings - 401k with company match
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Well-being programs
• FSA/HSA availability
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Time Off including vacation and sick time
• Company Paid Holidays and Floating Holidays
• Employee Discount Program
• Employee Assistance & Work Life Program
• Short Term and Long-Term Disability
• Life Insurance

Pay Rate: $19.00/hourly

This role is intended for current staffing agency associates eligible for direct hire. External applicants will not be considered.

We are committed to equal opportunity and reject any forms of discrimination. The basis for employee selection at DHL Group is qualification, performance, skills and experience.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER - VETERANS / DISABILITY