Material Handler and Driver

Brook & Whittle Limited; United States; On-site; USD 24,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Brook & Whittle Ltd. is hiring a warehouse/shipping associate in the United States. You will read shipping orders, gather items, and move materials between receiving, storage, and production areas. You’ll operate a forklift, help prepare shipping docs, and maintain accurate inventory records.

The role demands physical stamina, accurate data entry, and teamwork. Overtime, weekend shifts, and safety adherence are expected responsibilities in this full‑time position.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED required.
• Able to lift 20-30 pounds continuously, up to 70 pounds occasionally.
• Stand and move for the majority of the shift.
• Efficient use of computer.
• Communicate effectively over the telephone.
• Bend, stoop, squat, grasp and reach frequently.
• Meet deadlines and maintain quality standards.
• Detail oriented with quality-driven work habits.
• Willing to work overtime, weekends and holidays.
• Work well with others and pass drug screen and background check.

Responsibilities

• Reads shipping orders to determine items to be gathered, staged and assembled.
• Conveys materials from receiving area to production or storage.
• Sorts, places items on storage racks.
• Marks materials with identifying information.
• Operates forklift, hand trucks, or dolly to convey items.
• Safely loads and unloads trucks (after forklift training).
• Manage phase in/out of materials to minimize obsolete stock.
• Maintain cycle counts and reconcile results for accurate records.
• Coordinate with carriers and freight forwarders to schedule pick-up.
• Prepare shipping documents and verify returns from customers.
• Process inbound and outbound shipments; maintain records.
• Assist with administrative tasks such as filing and data entry.
• Maintain cleanliness of dock and receiving area.
• Assist in training team members; uphold safety policies.
• Focus on Continuous Improvement, Quality, and Cost Reductions.

Skills

Forklift operation

Attention to detail

Team player

Communication skills

Physical stamina

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Job description

• Reads shipping orders to determine items to be gathered, staged and assembled.
• Conveys materials from receiving area to production or storage.
• Sorts, places items on storage racks.
• Marks materials with identifying information.
• Operates forklift, hand trucks, or dolly to convey items.
• Safely loads and unloads trucks (after successfully passing forklift training and test).
• Manage phase in/out of materials to minimize risk of obsolete stock.
• Maintain cycle counts and reconcile results to ensure accurate inventory records.
• Participate in the annual physical inventory count team as assigned.
• Coordinate with carriers and freight forwarders to schedule pick-up of goods.
• Confirm physical shipment of goods and facilitate tracking of packages.
• Assist & evaluates needs with shipping points, services, weights & freight permits and other information needs.
• Receive inventory: Verify product and quantity received is accurate.
• Process in-bound and out-bound shipments.
• Maintain accurate records of all items shipped and received.
• Prepare shipping documents.
• Verify returns from customers.
• Assist with administrative tasks such as filing and data entry.
• Maintaining cleanliness of dock and receiving area.
• Assists in training individuals and other team members as assigned.
• Complies with established safety procedures and policies.
• Works with other departments and maintenance personnel on projects and/or validations.
• Focuses on Continuous Improvement, Quality, Improved Cycle Times, Safety, Cost Reductions, and Customer Satisfaction.
• Complies with company policies, procedures, and core processes.
• Performs other job duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

• HS Diploma or GED required.
• Ability to lift 20-30 pounds continuously, the ability to lift up to 70 pounds occasionally.
• Must be able to stand and/or be mobile for the majority of the shift
• Efficient use of computer.
• Communicate effectively over the telephone.
• Must be able to bend, stoop, squat, grasp and reach frequently.
• Must be able to perform well under deadline constraints and meet quality standards.
• Must be detail oriented and have excellent, quality driven work habits.
• Willingness to work overtime, and if needed, holidays and weekends.
• Ability to work well with others.
• Must be able to pass drug screen and back ground check.

About Us

Brook & Whittle Ltd. is one of North America's leading Sustainable Labeling Solutions providers, producing pressure sensitive, flexographic and shrink sleeve labels for many of the nation's leading brands. The company serves multiple consumer markets, including Personal Care, Beverage, Food, Nutraceuticals, Wine & Spirits, and Household Chemicals.

The company's rapid growth can be attributed to its world-class staff of employees and its commitment to sustainability, print innovation, and the latest technological advancements. Wouldn't it be cool to go into a store, pick up a product and say "we make that label"!

Our culture is first and foremost one of collaboration and teamwork. We hold ourselves to high professional, ethical, and fairness standards. We have zero tolerance for anything less. We celebrate our diverse workforce and reward good performance through our recognition program, advancement opportunities, and our compensation structure. We welcome you to consider being a part of this great team.

AAP/EEO Statement

Brook & Whittle LTD provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Brook & Whittle complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Brook & Whittle expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Brook & Whittle LTD's employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Work Authorization/Security Clearance

Must be eligible to work in the United States without restriction

Salary Description

$17.45 to $20.00 hourly

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As part of our commitment in creating a fair, efficient, and consistent hiring process we may use artificial intelligence (AI) to help our recruiting teams organize, summarize, and analyze information provided by candidates, including resumes, application responses, and other materials submitted during the application process.AI may be used to identify patterns, highlight relevant skills, and experience, and assist in comparing a candidate’s qualifications with the requirement of a specific role. These tools are to improve efficiency and consistency while supporting more informed hiring decisions, which will ultimately be made by the hiring team.