Material Handler

United Direct Solutions, LLC; Louisville (KY); Hybrid; USD 18,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Clean and Climate Controlled Facility

Health, Dental and Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401(K)

Career Development/Mentorship Opportun

Quick and Steady Advancement

Best Workplace 2020

Job summary

United Direct Solutions, LLC in Louisville, KY is seeking a full-time Material Handler, Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM–6:00 PM, to move, sort, stage, and handle mail and postal products throughout production and distribution for timely delivery.

The role emphasizes accuracy, safety, and teamwork, with responsibilities including loading/unloading, operating pallet jacks and forklifts (certified), maintaining records, and collaborating to meet shipping deadlines.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Experience in warehouse, logistics, or postal operations preferred.
• Able to work in fast-paced production and logistics environments.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to read and follow work instructions and shipping documentation.
• Basic math and inventory tracking skills.
• Dependable, punctual, and safety-conscious.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Receive, inspect, and move materials throughout the facility.
• Load and unload trucks, trailers, pallets, and containers safely.
• Stage materials for production and mailing operations.
• Sort and distribute postal trays, tubs, sacks, and other mailing containers.
• Operate material handling equipment; must be certified.
• Prepare mail for shipment per USPS and company standards.
• Verify quantities and report inventory or shipping issues.
• Maintain records of material movement and shipments.
• Keep work areas clean and compliant with safety rules.
• Follow company policies and postal regulations.
• Collaborate with team to meet deadlines.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Fast-paced environment

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Reading shipping docs

Basic math and inventory tracking

Communication

Safety-conscious

Punctual

Team player

Education

High school diploma or GED

Warehouse/logistics experience preferred

Tools

Forklifts

Pallet jacks

Material handling equipment

Job description

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Material Handler

Louisville, KY, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 1864

Salary Range: $18.00 To $20.00 Annually

United Direct Solutions is looking for a full time Material Handler. The position would be Monday- Friday 9:00AM- 6:00PM.

United Direct Solutions has facilities in Louisville, KY and Cincinnati, OH , employs hundreds of individual workers and their hard work does not go unappreciated or unrewarded. Here are just a few benefits you will find as an employee:

• Competitive Pay
• Clean and Climate Controlled Facility
• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance; Life Insurance; 401(K)
• Career Development/Mentorship Opportunities
• Quick and Steady Advancement
• United Direct Solutions, former United Mail named Best Workplace 2020 by Printing Industries of America
• United Direct Solutions, formerly United Mail 40 Years of Commitment to Employees

Position Summary

The Material Handler is responsible for the efficient movement, sorting, staging, and handling of mail, printed materials, and postal products throughout the production and distribution process. This role ensures that materials are properly received, organized, transported, and prepared for mailing while maintaining accuracy, productivity, and quality standards. The Material Handler works closely with production, shipping, and postal operations teams to support timely delivery and customer satisfaction.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Receive, inspect, and move materials, supplies, and finished mail products throughout the facility.
• Load and unload trucks, trailers, pallets, and containers safely and efficiently.
• Stage materials for production and mailing operations according to schedules and priorities.
• Sort, organize, and distribute postal trays, tubs, sacks, and other mailing containers.
• Operate material handling equipment, including pallet jacks, forklifts, and other warehouse equipment-Must be ceritifed
• Assist with preparing mail for shipment in accordance with USPS and company standards.
• Verify quantities, identify discrepancies, and report inventory or shipping issues.
• Maintain accurate records of material movement, shipments, and inventory transactions.
• Ensure work areas remain clean, organized, and compliant with safety regulations.
• Follow all company policies, quality standards, and postal regulations.
• Collaborate with team members and supervisors to meet daily production and shipping deadlines.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support operational needs.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Previous warehouse, logistics, material handling, manufacturing, or postal operations experience preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to work in a fast-paced production and logistics environment.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to read and follow work instructions and shipping documentation.
• Basic math and inventory tracking skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with team members and supervisors.
• Dependable, punctual, and safety-conscious.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to frequently lift, push, pull, and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, and reach for extended periods.
• Ability to operate material handling equipment safely.
• Ability to work in a warehouse and production environment with varying temperatures and noise levels.
• Manufacturing, warehouse, and postal processing environment.
• Regular exposure to moving machinery, powered industrial equipment, and production materials.
• May require overtime, weekends, or flexible scheduling to meet production and mailing deadlines.