Material Handler

Lakeside Book Company in; Hagerstown (MD); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Safety First Culture

Advancement Opportunities

Job summary

Lakeside Book Company in Hagerstown, MD seeks a Material Handler / Sheeting Helper to support pressroom operations. You will prepare, load, and maintain material rolls, and safely operate forklifts and pallet jacks for production workflows.

The role requires physical stamina, basic math and measurement skills, and a team-first mindset. You will contribute to a clean, safe workspace and help sustain efficient production lines.

Qualifications

• Physical stamina and ability to lift heavy material
• Basic math, reading comprehension, and measurement skills
• Strong attention to detail and teamwork
• Clear verbal and written communication are essential

Responsibilities

• Power production: prepare, load, and maintain material rolls for production machines
• Operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and other powered industrial vehicles
• Stage and organize finished products for the pressroom team
• Support machine operators with daily production needs
• Prepare recyclable waste for transport and follow safety policies
• Maintain a clean, hazard-free workspace

Skills

Physical Stamina

Core Skills

Operational Excellence

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

6-12 months of forklift/power jack experience

Tools

Forklifts

Electric pallet jacks

Job description

Material Handler (Finance)

Are you looking for a active, fast-paced role where your hard work keeps production moving? As a Material Handler / Sheeting Helper, you will be the backbone of our pressroom operations. From managing heavy machinery rolls to operating powered industrial vehicles, your efficiency and dedication to safety will directly impact our team's success.

Pay:

$18.45hr - $22.80hr.

Shift: Sunday to Wednesday 7am - 7pm

Location:

18249 Phoenix Dr., Hagerstown, MD 21742

Culture & Engagement: Safety First Standard, Food Trucks, Employee Events, Holiday Parties, Employee Recognition Program, Advancement Opportunities!

Job Responsibilities:

• Powering Production: Prepare, load, and maintain material rolls for production machines.
• Equipment Operation: Safely operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and other Powered Industrial Vehicles (PIVs).
• Staging & Logistics: Package, organize, and stage finished products for the pressroom team.
• Team Support: Partner closely with machine operators to assist with daily production needs.
• Sustainability & Safety: Prepare recyclable waste for transport and strictly follow all company safety policies.
• Workspace Pride: Maintain a clean, organized, and hazard-free work environment.

What You Bring :

• Physical Stamina: Ability to lift 45-70 lbs regularly, stand/walk for 12-hour shifts, and push/pull up to 1,100 lbs using a manual pallet jack.
• Core Skills: Basic math, reading comprehension, and accurate measurement skills.
• Operational Excellence: Strong attention to detail, excellent organizational skills, and a team-first mindset.
• Communication: Clear verbal and written communication skills

Physical Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 6-12 months of experience operating forklifts or electric pallet jacks.