Material Handler

Ball Aerospace; Pittston (Luzerne County); Hybrid; USD 78,427,000 - 88,166,000; Full time

Job summary

Ball Corporation in Pittston, PA is hiring a Material Handler to support the plant warehouse. You will observe SOPs, contribute to material movement, and work with a team to ensure safe, efficient operations on site.

Requirements include a High School Diploma or equivalent and about 1 year of industrial experience; preferred are extensive forklift skills, hazardous waste knowledge, and ERP experience (JD Edwards/AS900). On-site role with incentive opportunities and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 1 year of work experience in an industrial environment.
• 3+ years of forklift operation and maintenance.
• Experience with hazardous waste management.
• Experience using JD Edwards, AS900 or similar ERP system.

Responsibilities

• Follow 5S standards and safety policies.
• Operate forklift and coordinate materials, raw materials, scrap, finished goods, packaging, chemicals.
• Communicate with vendors, drivers, and customers.
• Inspect aluminium for quality and customer specifications.
• Build positive team relationships through collaboration and integrity.

Skills

Forklift operation

Industrial environment

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

JD Edwards

AS900

Job description

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Material Handler

Company: Ball Corporation

Location: Pittston, PA, US, 18640

Job Category: Manufacturing/ Operations

At Ball, integrity and trust are the foundation of who we are. Guided by our core values—\"We Care. We Work. We Win.\"—we create a culture where every voice matters, and every idea drives progress.

Together with our global employees, customers, and partners, we’re turning bold sustainability goals into reality and shaping a future we can all be proud of.

Position Overview:

AsaMaterial Handler, you’reamemberofan assigned production crew, reporting tothe Plant Warehouse Supervisor.You willcontribute to the success of Ball byobservingoperating principles of all assigned equipment and standard operating procedures (SOPs) for your area of responsibility.

YourKey ResponsibilitiesInclude:

Follow all5S standards and jobsafety practices and policies including but not limited to food safety; personal protective equipment; emergency procedures, etc.

Operate forklift and coordinate products including raw materials, scrap, finished goods, packaging materials, chemicals, and other supplies.

Effectively communicate with vendors, delivery drivers, and customers.

Inspect aluminium for proper quality standards and customer specifications.

Build positive relationships across designated team by effectively collaborating,

communicating, and upholding ethical integrity.

RequiredExperience& Skills:

High School Diplomaor education equivalent.

1 year of work experience in an industrial environment.

Preferred Experience & Skills:

3 or more years ofoperation and maintenance of forklift.

Working knowledge of proper hazardous waste management.

Experience using JD Edwards, AS900, or similar warehouse or ERP system.

Physical Environment & Working Conditions:

May be subjecttoallofthe following, but not limited to:

Hot/Cold working conditions.

Standing and walking forprolonged periodsof time.

Climbing (stairs,catwalks, and other equipment as necessary).

Theprecedingposition description has been designed toindicatethe general nature and essential duties and responsibilities of work performed by employees within this position. It may notcontaina comprehensive list of all duties, responsibilities, and qualificationsrequired ofemployees in this position. All are subject to change at the discretion of Ball Corporation.

• Expected Hiring Salary Range:$27.37/h
• This role will be eligible to participate in the annual incentive compensation plan.
• Please visit our \"Total Rewards\" page to learn more about Ball’s comprehensive benefits structure.
• Onsite Work Environment:This position is based in Pittson, PA and requires regular in-person engagement by working on-site. Travel and local commute between Ball locations and other possible non-Ball locations may be required.

Ball Corporation is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We actively encourage applications from everybody. All qualified job applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, aboriginality, genetic information, ancestry, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, veteran status, age, political affiliation or any other non-merit characteristic.

Please note the advertised job title might vary from the job title on the contract due to local job title structure and global HR systems.

• Under Colorado, California, Connecticut, Minnesota, and Pennsylvania law, you have the right to exclude or redact age-related details—such as your date of birth, school attendance dates, or graduation dates from your resume, cover letter, CV, or other supporting documents (e.g., transcripts, certificates).
• Legal authorization to work in the U.S. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visa, now or in the future, for this job opening.

* This position will be posted internally for a minimum of 5 days and will remain open until filled or adjusted based on the volume of applicants.