Material Handler (Allentown, PA)

Irby Utilities; Northampton Township (Bucks County); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wage opportunities

Annual bonus based on performance

Skill-based training and job shadowing

Tuition reimbursement

Employee discounts

Job summary

Irby Utilities in Northampton Township is seeking a Material Handler to load, unload, and move materials at the work site. Candidates should have the ability to operate material handling equipment safely and efficiently while adhering to warehouse safety protocols.

The ideal candidate has strong attention to detail, good time management skills, and is able to lift packages weighing up to 50lbs. The position offers competitive wage opportunities and full benefits, including health care and retirement savings.

Qualifications

• Ability to reach, bend, and lift/push packages that weigh up to 50lbs.
• Attention to detail and good time management skills.
• Ability to work full time, 40 hours per week.

Responsibilities

• Load, unload, and move materials within or near work site.
• Utilize RF devices to fill orders and issue materials.
• Operate material handling equipment like forklifts and pallet jacks.
• Pack and ship customer orders accurately.
• Champion effective inventory management practices.
• Adhere to safety policies and maintain a clean work environment.

Skills

Material handling

Attention to detail

Time management

Tools

Forklifts

Pallet jacks

Hand trucks

Job description

Material Handler

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Responsibilities

• Working independently to load, unload, and move materials within or near work site
• Utilizing RF devices to fill orders and issue materials and supplies per requests
• Operating material handling equipment such as forklifts, pallet jacks, hand trucks or dollies
• Packing and shipping customer orders accurately and efficiently
• Championing effective inventory management practices
• Adhering to and promoting safety and security policies and procedures
• Demonstrating exceptional reliability while maintaining a safe and clean work environment

Qualifications

• Ability to reach, bend, and lift/push packages that weigh up to 50lbs.
• Attention to detail and good time management skills
• Ability to work full time, 40 hours per week

Perks and Development

• Earning potential: competitive wage with opportunities based on development and performance.
• PEAK Program: e‑learning and practical training; completion of PEAK I rewards a $1 increase, PEAK II rewards a $2 increase.
• Eligible for an annual bonus based on the branch’s financial performance.
• Full commitment to skill‑based training and job shadowing; opportunities to advance to leadership, operations, sales, project management, and corporate services.

Benefits

• Health care, 401(k) retirement savings, dental, vision, paid time off, paid company holidays, floating holiday, on‑demand pay, flexible spending accounts, employee assistance program, tuition reimbursement, employee discounts, long‑term and short‑term disability, and life insurance.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Irby is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, order of protection status, protected veteran or military status, or an unfavorable discharge from military service, or any other categories protected by federal, state or local law.

Irby and its family of brands are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with our commitment, we will take steps to assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If a reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the position, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please call 843-745-2420 or email [e-mail].

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