Material Handler

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Stable full-time employment

Team-oriented work environment

Growth and advancement opportunities

Job summary

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East is recruiting for a Shipping & Receiving Associate / Warehouse Associate in Lawrence, PA. The role includes order fulfillment, inventory handling, and customer service to support our warehouse operations.

Pay is $17/hour with eligibility for growth within a stable full-time environment. Candidates should be capable of lifting up to 50 pounds (up to 150 with assistance) and operating standard shipping software and equipment.

Qualifications

• Previous warehouse, shipping & receiving, logistics, distribution, or inventory experience preferred.
• Forklift experience is a plus.
• Ability to operate computer systems for shipping, receiving, and inventory tracking.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds regularly and up to 150 pounds with assistance.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Shipping & Order Fulfillment: Process production orders and stock items for shipment.
• Receiving & Inventory Control: Unload inbound trucks and verify shipments against records.
• Material Handling & Production Support: Distribute log stock and track inventory numbers.
• Inventory Management: Participate in cycle counts and annual inventories.
• Customer Service: Assist Will Call customers and prepare orders.

Skills

Warehouse experience

Shipping & Receiving

Logistics

Distribution

Inventory experience

Forklift experience

Computer systems literacy

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Customer service

Tools

Forklift equipment (general)

Job description

Shipping & Receiving Associate / Warehouse Associate Pay $17/hr

Join Our Team as a Shipping & Receiving Associate!

Are you an experienced warehouse professional looking for a stable career with opportunities for growth? We are seeking a Shipping & Receiving Associate to support our warehouse, inventory, and customer service operations. This hands-on position plays a critical role in ensuring products are accurately received, stored, processed, and shipped while providing exceptional service to Will Call customers.

Job Title:

Shipping & Receiving Associate | Warehouse Associate | Forklift Operator

Location:

Lawrence, PA

Pay:

$17/hour

Key Responsibilities

Shipping & Order Fulfillment

• Process production orders and stock items for shipment.
• Pull materials from warehouse shelves and inventory locations.
• Package, label, palletize, and prepare products for shipping.
• Generate packing lists and shipping documentation using the company computer system.
• Prepare Bills of Lading (BOLs) for LTL freight shipments.
• Coordinate carrier pickups and shipment schedules.

Receiving & Inventory Control

• Unload inbound trucks safely and efficiently.
• Inspect incoming shipments for damage, shortages, and shipping discrepancies.
• Verify received materials against vendor packing slips and purchase orders.
• Break down pallets and stock inventory according to assigned bin locations.
• Rotate inventory to maintain proper stock management.
• Process receipts and inventory transactions within the company system.
• Forward packing slips and Bills of Lading to the Purchasing Department.

Material Handling & Production Support

• Select and distribute log stock to designated production workstations.
• Record and track material numbers for inventory accuracy.
• Safely load and unload trucks using appropriate material handling equipment.
• Lift up to 50 pounds independently and up to 150 pounds with assistance.

Inventory Management

• Participate in quarterly cycle counts.
• Assist with annual physical inventory processes.
• Maintain inventory accuracy and warehouse organization.

Customer Service

• Assist Will Call customers in a courteous, professional, and timely manner.
• Pull, package, and prepare customer orders.
• Load purchased products into customer vehicles safely and efficiently.
• Represent the company with a positive and customer-focused attitude.

Qualifications

• Previous warehouse, shipping & receiving, logistics, distribution, or inventory experience preferred.
• Forklift experience is a plus.
• Ability to operate computer systems for shipping, receiving, and inventory tracking.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds regularly and up to 150 pounds with assistance.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive Compensation
• Stable Full-Time Employment
• Team-Oriented Work Environment
• Opportunities for Growth and Advancement
• Diverse Responsibilities in Shipping, Receiving, Inventory, and Customer Service