Material Handler - Part-time 1st shift (7AM to 11AM)

Barnes & Noble Booksellers, Inc.; Monroe (NJ); On-site; USD 20,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discount

Job summary

Barnes & Noble Monroe Distribution Center is hiring for a part-time Material Handler on 1st shift (7 AM to 11 AM). The role focuses on accurate and timely fulfillment of customer orders for Barnes & Noble stores and .com customers, with a starting rate of $17.50 per hour and overtime for peak times.

Responsibilities include palletizing, putting away, shipping, and rotating through all material handler functions while maintaining safety and quality.

Qualifications

• Can multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated ability to work safely at all times.
• Possess basic written and verbal communication skills as well as mathematical skills.
• Is detailed and accurate.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to all safety protocols and foster a safe work environment.
• Palletize, put away and ship product in a timely and accurate manner.
• Lift up to 50 lbs and stand for long periods as needed.
• Rotate within material handler functions including loading/unloading and packing support.
• Maintain daily production goals with urgency and care.
• Assist new hires and transfers with questions.

Skills

Multitasking

Safety minded

Written communication

Verbal communication

Attention to detail

Education

Warehouse experience preferred

Job description

Material Handler - Part-time 1st shift (7AM to 11AM)

Barnes & Noble Monroe Distribution Center is HIRING!

Currently, we are looking to urgently fill package handler positions in our Warehouse.

• Starting rate of pay $17.50 per hour for 1st shift
• Overtime offered for daily and weekend shifts.
• Generous 50% employee discounts available to use in our stores and cafes!
• Positive work environment!

We are located just off Exit 8A on the NJ Turnpike.

Explore Why Barnes & Noble Is a Great Place to Work

We offer career opportunities that are more than just a job.

YOU’RE VALUED. Our employees are fundamental to our business. We aim to ensure you always have the tools and resources you need to succeed.

YOU’RE INVOLVED. Working in our distribution centers is a great way to support our stores and customers.

YOU’RE A PART OF A TEAM. We foster a collaborative environment, so that our employees are passionate about their jobs and the company.

YOU HAVE OPPORTUNITIES. Once on-board, many of us move within the organization, transitioning through multiple areas of our business.

YOU MAKE AN IMPACT. Many on our team enjoy long careers with us and have a real influence on our business.

YOU’RE ENCOURAGED. We offer a supportive environment, where you can lean into challenges, while continuously learning.

As a material handler, you have a passion for great service and ensure the accurate and timely fulfillment of customer orders, for our Barnes & Noble stores and .com customers. You take pride in assuring product is available to complete the order fulfillment process, taking care to minimize any quality issues. A material handler consistently meets or exceeds the daily production goals and is comfortable performing these duties in a warehouse environment and in accordance with our Core Values.

Essential Functions:

• Adhere to all safety protocols and foster a safe work environment.
• Palletize, put away and ship product in a timely and accurate manner.
• Work on the warehouse floor which includes repeated lifting, bending, and reaching up to 50 lbs. and ability to stand for long periods of time in any area as needed.
• Is able to rotate within all material handler functions including but not limited to loading and unloading, providing trays and case pack materials within the Packing Department and other duties as assigned.
• Work with a sense of urgency and care, assuring individual and department daily production goals are met or exceeded.
• Assist new hires and department transfers in a friendly and approachable manner with any questions they may have.
• Communicate in a positive manner with all booksellers and members of management with any questions or concerns.
• Comply with all company policies and procedures.
• Flexible with schedule required during peak season as business needs arise.

Knowledge and Experience:

• Can multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a safe manner at all times.
• Possess basic written and verbal communication skills as well as mathematical skills.
• Is detailed and accurate.
• Prior warehouse experience is preferred.

Expected Behaviors:

• Show respect and kindness to all your fellow booksellers.
• Act with empathy and care for others.
• Act with integrity and trust, promoting our bookselling culture and core values.
• Is efficient and works well in a fast-paced environment.
• Is collaborative and enjoys working with people.
• Is motivated to provide exceptional customer service.