Material Handler — Fast-Paced Packaging & Shipping

Carpenter Canada Co.; Altoona (PA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K

Profit Sharing

Health

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Carpenter Co. in Altoona, PA is hiring a first shift Material Handler to move unfinished and finished goods efficiently and safely in a consumer products plant. You will contribute to an orderly flow of materials and collaborate with supervisors and production staff daily.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or GED, basic math and reading skills, and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs. Training is provided and safety is a priority.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Basic reading, writing, and math skills.
• Ability to work in a continuous fast-paced environment with attention to detail.
• Ability to lift and maneuver up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to communicate effectively and work well with others.

Responsibilities

• Receive finished product at the end of the line and place in final packaging.
• Inspect finished goods prior to packaging and report any defects or flaws and ensure correction before packing.
• Zip and/or bag product.
• Place correct stickers/inserts in or on boxes.
• Safely and efficiently operate line equipment.
• Fold and construct cardboard boxes.
• Label and box packaged product and place on porta-racks or cube for shipping.
• Read and follow route slips and daily schedules.
• Complete all required paperwork correctly and accurately.

Skills

Reading skills

Writing skills

Math skills

Team communication

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Carpenter Co. in Altoona, PA is hiring a first shift Material Handler to move unfinished and finished goods efficiently and safely in a consumer products plant. You will contribute to an orderly flow of materials and collaborate with supervisors and production staff daily.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or GED, basic math and reading skills, and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs. Training is provided and safety is a priority.