Material Handler

Dover Corporation; Allentown (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 20,664 - 30,307; Full time

Job summary

OPW Clean Energy Solutions is seeking a Material Handler in Allentown, PA to support production operations by relocating and recording materials. The role involves picking, delivering, inventory monitoring, and coordinating with the manufacturing team.

Ideal candidates will have forklift experience, strong attention to detail, safety mindset, and the ability to lift up to 40 pounds while standing for long periods. This onsite position offers comprehensive benefits and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Integrity, reliability, and accountability are required.
• Ability to perform work safely, including operating heavy machinery.
• Experience with forklifts and similar equipment is required.

Responsibilities

• Monitor material needs of production areas and pick materials from storage.
• Deliver items to machines or production areas using forklifts and tow motors.
• Track inventory movements by scanning labels and entering data into MRP.
• Load and unload freight to/from loading docks using forklifts and tow motors.
• Check delivery quantities, sort materials, and store items per the storage system.
• Attach identifying tags to containers and mark them with information.
• Maintain equipment storage areas and protect inventory.
• Check forklifts and other machinery for full charge and proper functioning.
• Load bar stock and dump chips or scraps as needed.

Skills

Integrity

Safety

Forklift operation

Team player

Communication skills

Computer skills

Attention to detail

Basic math

Materials Handler experience

Job description

Material Handler

Location: Allentown, PA 18103

Onsite

OPW Clean Energy Solutions (CES)

As the adoption of alternative fuels surges, OPW is committed to shaping the future of the clean energy industry, and strategically expanding into innovative realms. This vision has culminated in the establishment of the OPW Clean Energy Solutions Business Unit. At its core lies the industry‑leading enterprises, Acme Cryogenics, RegO Products, RegO Products subsidiary, Superior Products, Demaco, and SPS Cryogenics all renowned for pioneering solutions in clean energy and the safe handling, transport, and storage of cryogenic liquids and gases. Join us in our journey towards a safer, cleaner tomorrow. To learn more about OPW Clean Energy Solutions, please visit our website: OPW Clean Energy Solutions

SCOPE

The Material Handler is an integral component of our production team, relocating and organizing materials for production. This includes monitoring material needs, organizing, picking, and delivering materials, monitoring inventory levels, and submitting order requests.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Monitor the material needs of various production areas through visual inspection, oral instructions, or work orders, pick materials from storage, and deliver items to the appropriate machines or production areas, using forklifts, cranes, sit‑down tow motors, and stand‑up tow motors.
• Track inventory movements by scanning labels, including packing slips, and entering item information into MRP.
• Load and unload freight and materials to or from loading docks or delivery vehicles, using forklifts, sit‑down tow motors, and stand‑up tow motors.
• Check delivery quantities, sort materials, and store items according to the department’s storage system.
• Attach identifying tags to containers or mark them with identifying information.
• Maintain equipment storage areas to ensure that inventory is protected and organized.
• Check forklifts and other machinery for full charge and proper functioning.
• Load bar stock.
• Dump chips or scraps, using forklift or by hand.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Integrity – reliability, responsibility, and accountability.
• Ability to perform work in a safe manner, including operating heavy machinery.
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds and perform repeated physical tasks.
• Ability to stand for long periods of time (up to 8 hours).
• Prior experience in operating forklifts, sit‑down tow motors, and stand‑up tow motors.
• Skill in communication, coordination, and logistics.
• Skill in operating a computer.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Knowledge of basic math, algebra, fractions, measures, and weights.
• Must be a team player with strong communication skills.
• Prior experience as a Materials Handler required.

PAY RANGE

We consider several job‑related, non‑discriminatory factors when determining the pay rate for a position, including the position’s responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, location, and key skills. Pay is part of the total rewards we provide to compensate and recognize employees for their work.

BENEFITS

Our total rewards package for eligible team members includes a 401(k) savings plan with employer contributions; medical, dental and vision insurance; wellness programs; health savings account, health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts; company paid short‑term disability and long‑term disability; company paid employee basic life and AD&D insurance; supplemental employee and dependent life insurance; optional accident, hospital indemnity and critical illness insurance; adoption, surrogacy, and fertility benefits and assistance; commuter benefits; parental, military, jury duty and bereavement leaves of absence; paid time off; business travel services; employee discounts; and an employee assistance program that includes company paid counseling sessions and legal services. Eligibility for benefits is governed by applicable plan documents and policies.

EEO STATEMENT

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other factors prohibited by law.