Material Handler

City of Lincoln; Sharon (Mercer County); On-site; USD 40,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Sunbelt Solomon in Sharon, PA is seeking a Material Handler to support transformer winding by moving materials, stocking machines, and ensuring accurate inventory. The role involves operating material handling equipment, following safety rules, and collaborating with winders, planners, and supervisors.

The position requires a HS diploma, 1 year of material handling experience, WMS familiarity, and OSHA10 certification if available.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma/GED preferred.
• 1 year of material handling equipment experience preferred.
• WMS experience preferred.
• OSHA10 certification preferred.
• A proven track record in safety excellence is required.
• Ability to read and interpret work orders.
• Meet department and production goals set by supervisor.

Responsibilities

• Transport raw materials from storage to winding stations using forklifts, pallet jacks, or other material handling equipment.
• Ensure winding machines are stocked with necessary supplies to avoid delays.
• Label, store, and organize materials according to procedures and safety standards.
• Support kitting by preparing and staging material packages for transformer jobs.
• Assist with receiving, counting, inspecting, and storing incoming materials.
• Track material movements and usage in ERP or inventory systems.
• Communicate with winding operators, planners, and supervisors regarding material needs or discrepancies.
• Monitor stock levels and notify supervisor of potential shortages.
• Follow safety protocols and wear PPE (gloves, safety glasses, respirator).
• Maintain a safe, clean, and orderly workstation.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Skills

read and interpret orders

safety excellence

teamwork

problem solving

communication

physical stamina

Education

High school

Tools

WMS

Forklift experience

Job description

• Location 700 South Dock Street,Sharon, PA, 16146,United States
• Base Pay $20.00 / Hour
• Employee Type Non-Exempt FT
• Required Degree High school
• Manage Others No

Contact information

• Name Kelley Thompson
• Phone [phone]

Description

The Material Handler is responsible for supporting the transformer winding process by safely handling, staging, transporting, and organizing materials and other components. This role ensures timely and accurate delivery of materials to winding workstations, helps maintain inventory accuracy, and contributes to a clean and efficient production environment. Compliance with all safety requirements, product quality standards and company policies are essential functions of this role. The 1st shift position is Monday-Thursday 6:00AM to 4:30PM.

• Transport raw materials (e.g., copper/aluminum wire, insulation, cores) from storage to winding stations using forklifts, pallet jacks, or other material handling equipment.
• Ensure winding machines are adequately stocked with necessary supplies to avoid production delays.
• Label, store, and organize materials according to company procedures and safety standards.
• Support kitting activities by preparing and staging material packages for specific transformer jobs.
• Assist with receiving, counting, inspecting, and storing incoming materials.
• Track material movements and usage in ERP or inventory systems, ensuring accurate records.
• Communicate with winding operators, planners, and supervisors regarding material needs or discrepancies.
• Monitor material stock levels and notify the supervisor of potential shortages.
• Following all safety protocols which includes wearing appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE), respirator, glove, safety glasses, etc.
• Maintain safe, clean, and orderly workstation.
• Other assigned duties as needed.

Requirements

• HS Diploma/GED preferred.
• 1 year of experience in material handling equipment (forklift, crane, etc.) preferred.
• WMS (Warehouse Management System) experience preferred.
• OSHA10 certification preferred.
• A proven track record in safety excellence is required.
• Adheres to all safety and environmental compliance regulations set by the organization. Notify management immediately of any safety concerns, hazardous conditions, or injuries.
• Ability to read and interpret work orders.
• Meet department and production goals set by supervisor.
• Ensure product quality meets company and client expectations.
• Possess a strong work ethic, excellent communication skills, problem-solving abilities, cooperative attitude, strong attention to detail and can work in a team environment.
• Adheres to the company's employee handbook policies and embodies the organization's core values.
• Ability to learn other department job functions and fill in as needed.
• Complete company compliance and safety training when required.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule and work under pressure in a fast-paced work environment.
• Physical requirements for this role include, but are not limited to the following:
• Lift 50lbs floor to waist and waist to shoulder multiple times
• Standing and walking for long durations
• Bending, squatting, and kneeling multiple times for long durations
• The ability to climb up and down a ladder multiple times
• Balance and stand on a ladder with three points of contact for extended periods of time
• Comfortable working in the heat and cold due to manufacturing facilities not being climate controlled

Summary

Where Potential Powers Progress

At Sunbelt Solomon, we believe progress starts with people - their ideas, their expertise, and their drive to make energy work better. With more than a century of combined experience, we deliver full-lifecycle power, energy, and automation solutions across the Americas.

From our 39+ locations and a team of over 1,600 skilled professionals, we serve nearly every industry with the people, products, and insight needed to keep the electricity running. Our solutions span low-, medium-, and high-voltage systems, covering the complete electrical lifecycle, from design and engineering to operation, maintenance, modernization, and sustainable decommissioning. We’re known for our expertise in remanufacturing electrical equipment, including transformers and switchgear, and for providing flexible, reliable temporary power rental solutions. Through the Sunbelt Solomon family of brands, including Trinity Power, Magna IV Engineering, and Power Solutions Group, we combine deep technical field experience with advanced engineering and turnkey project delivery.

Together, we help customers optimize performance, extend asset life, and achieve sustainability goals while building a more resilient, efficient energy future. At our core, we're powered by people - innovators, engineers, technicians, and problem solvers - all working together to deliver energy solutions that move industries forward.

Mission, Purpose, Vision & Core Values

In developing our mission, purpose, vision and core business values, we engaged in a thoughtful process that incorporated the combined principles of our family of companies and reflects our commitment to valuing our history and investing in our people, services, and products.

Mission: Through a culture of integrity, bold innovation, and customer-centricity we create value for our partners and team members with safe and reliable electrical power solutions and services.

Purpose: To enhance the lives of our team members and partners through sustainable products and services in the communities we serve.

Vision: To be the leading provider of customized electrical power solutions and services.

Core Values:

People: The core of our success.

Safety: It's in our DNA.

Strategic: We forge our own future.

Sustainability: Industry leaders in power distribution life cycle management.

Performance: Delivering excellence at every opportunity.

Company Benefits

Sunbelt Solomon offers a comprehensive, highly competitive benefits package to employees who work 30 hours per week or more following 90 days of employment. Benefits include but are not limited to medical, dental, vision, FSA/HSA, 401k with company match, life insurance and disability, paid vacation, sick time, and holiday. Temp employees are not eligible for company benefits.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Pre-Employment Screening

Following an offer of employment all candidates are required to complete a background check and drug screen prior to being cleared to start employment. A physical, respiratory fit test, and/or Motor Vehicle Record check may also be required based on the job responsibilities and location of the position.