MATERIAL HANDLER III (MHIII) PACKING

Brodart-Co; Williamsport (Lycoming County); On-site; USD 16,531 - 22,041; Full time

Job summary

Brodart Co. in Williamsport, PA is seeking a production packer under the direction of the Supervisor, Books Production.

The role supports efficient handling and movement of materials to and from designated areas for order fulfillment and packing for shipment. You will determine carton sizes, use packing paper to prevent damage, enter order data into SCS and Oracle, and prepare labels for foreign or special accounts.

Qualifications

• Must have High School diploma or GED.
• Ability to read and follow verbal and written instructions.
• Capable of maintaining safety in handling materials in production environments.

Responsibilities

• Pack materials for shipment in appropriate containers and determine carton size.
• Enter order information into SCS and Oracle and process labels.
• Maintain clean, organized work areas and assist with overtime as needed.

Skills

Reading skills

Instruction following

Safety awareness

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Under the direction of the Supervisor, Books Production or their designee, this position provides for the efficient handling and movement of materials to and from designated areas in the facility as may be required for processing of product.Pack materials for shipment in appropriate containers, i.e. determines size of carton based on order quantity, to ensure product quality and guard against damage. May use packing paper to prevent sliding and damage during shipment.Responsible to enter information into computer system as necessary for order fulfillment in SCS and Oracle and processing of appropriate labels and stickers, such as may be necessary for foreign and/or special accounts.Responsible to perform other duties of equal or lesser classification irrespective of required change in department, hours (including mandatory overtime) or work conditions as directed by supervisor.Maintain safe, clean and organized work areas, emptying trash cans and barrels and sweeping of floors, as needed.Cross training and substitution of tasks that may be of higher classification as required by supervision.High School diploma and/or GED equivalent.Capable of performing at an acceptable proficiency level of competence within production standards of efficiency and skill.Ability to read and understand filling conventions, write and follow verbal and written instructions.Flexible to make appropriate decisions regarding safety in handling materials and responsive to changing work environments.Ability to work/communicate effectively and respectfully with co-workers and to adhere to Brodart rules, policies and standards of conduct.Must be able to work in a production environment that may be subject to varied temperatures and other conditions, such as noise (conveyor), dust and glue or adhesives.Must be able to stand/walk for 8 hour shifts and possess the ability to frequently bend and lift 40 lbs and up to 70 lbs occasionally and push book trucks weighing several hundred pounds.Close and distant vision, using hands and fingers to handle and feel, talk and hear.This position is subject to scheduled overtime which may be required based on production needs.EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERBrodart Co. is an Equal Opportunity Employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.