Material Handler Seasonal - 2nd shift

Barnes & Noble Booksellers, Inc.; Monroe (NJ); On-site; USD 18,752 - 26,708; Full time

Job summary

Barnes & Noble Booksellers, Inc. is seeking a Material Handler for their Monroe distribution center. This role involves tasks including lifting, unloading trucks, and restocking shelves with adherence to safety protocols.

The ideal candidate should possess multitasking abilities and basic communication skills with prior warehouse experience preferred. A flexible schedule is essential during peak seasons. The starting pay is $16.50 per hour, plus a $1.00 shift differential for the 2nd shift.

Qualifications

• Ability to perform continuous lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Prior warehouse experience is preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to work safely at all times.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to safety protocols and foster a safe work environment.
• Palletize, put away and ship products accurately and timely.
• Assist new hires and conduct various material handling functions.

Skills

Multitasking in a fast-paced environment

Basic written and verbal communication skills

Mathematical skills

Attention to detail

Job description

The Material Handler will perform a combination of tasks under specific direction in several areas of the Monroe distribution center for efficient material flow through production/assembly areas. These tasks may include continuous lifting up to 50lbs, loading and unloading trucks, restocking of shelves and loading on and off from conveyor equipment while demonstrating safe and proper lifting techniques. Starting rate of pay for this position is $16.50 per hour plus $1.00 shift deferential for the 2nd shift!

What You Do

• 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 & 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.