Material Handler Indianola PA - 2nd Shift: 2pm - 10:20pm

Merck & Co.; Indianola (PA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/dental/vision insurance

Educational assistance

Annual bonus

Paid time off

Job summary

Bayer in Indianola, PA is hiring a Material Handler for the 2nd shift (2pm–10:20pm). The role includes moving materials, following SAP processes, packaging finishes, and completing transactions with PPE. The site offers training, comprehensive benefits, and a path for career advancement.

Starting pay is $17.50 per hour with a $2.00 per hour shift differential and up to 5% annual bonus. Benefits include medical/dental/vision, vacation, holidays, sick leave, and education assistance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Proficient with MS Office applications.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Strong problem solving and attention to detail.
• Willingness to quickly learn IT systems and tools.
• One year of work experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Follow documented processes and procedures.
• Maintain transport of materials and complete SAP transactions with PPE.
• Finish product packaging according to work instructions and regulations.
• Complete transactional steps to receive and ship material.

Skills

MS Office

Independent worker

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Team player

IT systems knowledge

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Powered industrial truck operation

Job description

At Bayer we’re visionaries, driven to solve the world’s toughest challenges and striving for a world where 'Health for all Hunger for none’ is no longer a dream, but a real possibility. We’re doing it with energy, curiosity and sheer dedication, always learning from unique perspectives of those around us, expanding our thinking, growing our capabilities and redefining ‘impossible’. There are so many reasons to join us. If you’re hungry to build a varied and meaningful career in a community of brilliant and diverse minds to make a real difference, there’s only one choice.

Material Handler Indianola PA - 2nd Shift: 2pm - 10:20pm

We are currently seeking motivated colleagues to contribute to meaningful work in our local manufacturing plants. Our positions perform meaningful work and includes exposure to advancing technologies, having a voice to challenge our status quo, and training for career advancement.

We offer on the job training to start you on your journey with Bayer!

Our Indianola location operates on a 3 eight-hour shift schedule. First Shift: 6am-2:20pm, 2nd Shift: 2pm - 10:20pm, 3rd Shift: 10pm - 6:20am, Monday through Friday.

• 120 hours of vacation, 128 hours of holiday time, 40 hours sick time, full medical/dental/vision, educational assistance, annual bonus and MORE!

Pay is $17.50 per hour. This shift has a $2.00 per hour shift differential pay and also has up to a 5% yearly bonus.

Bayer Benefits

YOUR TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Follow all documented processes and procedures;
• Maintain physical transport of materials and complete all required Statistical Analysis Plan (SAP) transactions using appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and material handling equipment;
• Finish product packaging using visual work instructions according to all regulatory requirements;
• Complete all required transactional steps to receive and ship material.

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma or General Educational Development (GED);
• Demonstrate working knowledge of MicroSoft (MS) Office applications;
• Able to operate independently;
• Demonstrate problem solving abilities;
• Support strong attention to detail;
• Able to work in team environment;
• Able to quickly learn new Information Technology (IT) systems and tools.

Preferred Qualifications:

• One year of work experience;
• The ability to learn to Operate a powered industrial truck (fork truck), as needed.

Employees can expect to be paid a starting hourly wage of $17.50 per hour. Additional compensation may include a bonus or incentive compensation (if relevant). Additional benefits include health care, vision, dental, retirement, PTO, sick leave, etc..

This salary range is merely an estimate and may vary based on an applicant’s location, market data/ranges, an applicant’s skills and prior relevant experience, certain degrees and certifications, and other relevant factors.

This posting will be available for application until at least 9-7-2026.

About Bayer

Advancing life - that's what we at Bayer are all about. We put ourselves to the test day in, day out. All together. All over the world. With enthusiasm for new ideas.

About Bayer Sterile Disposables

All the science we do and the resulting innovative products are designed to provide a better life for people across the world. At Bayer, our most important qualification isn’t technical: it’s human. Our world class Sterile Disposable team focuses on safety, quality and delivering to exceed for our customers’ needs.

YOUR APPLICATION

To all recruitment agencies: Bayer does not accept unsolicited third party resumes.

Bayer is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans

Bayer is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodations in its application process for individuals with disabilities and encourages applicants with disabilities to request any needed accommodation(s) using the contact information below.

Bayer is an E-Verify Employer.

Location: United States : Pennsylvania : Indianola

Division: Pharmaceuticals

Reference Code: 879964

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