Material Handler - Topton, PA

East Penn Manufacturing Company, Inc.; Topton (Berks County); On-site; USD 56,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

401K savings plan

Annual bonus

Sign-On/Retention Bonus

Job summary

East Penn Manufacturing Company, Inc. seeks experienced Material Handlers at our Topton, PA Distribution Center. The role involves moving materials, loading/unloading, and operating forklifts and related equipment in a fast-paced warehouse.

Starting wage is $27 per hour with a $5,000 sign-on/retention bonus. 2nd and 3rd shifts are available, with overtime and a guaranteed 40-hour schedule.

Qualifications

• Experience operating forklifts, walkie riders, towmotors, and stacktrucks.
• Basic reading and math skills.
• Ability to lift 25–50 pounds and stand long periods.

Responsibilities

• Loads, unloads, and moves materials within the warehouse using powered equipment.
• Picks batteries to build pallets based on customer orders.
• Packages and ships product on trailers.
• Receives incoming material and logs it in the tracking system.
• Verifies incoming parts and counts and stores them correctly.
• Manifests pallets using a handheld RF scanner and locates/moves pallets.
• Performs weekly inventory of product.

Skills

Forklift operation

Walkie rider

Towmotor

Stack truck

Basic math

Basic reading

Basic computer skills

Team player

Overtime willingness

Safety oriented

Tools

RF scanner

Inventory system

Job description

Get to know East Penn!

East Penn is a stable, essential employer, that is poised for the energy needs of the future with over 75 years of sustainable lead battery and battery accessory manufacturing expertise!

At East Penn, our employees are our culture; our employees will always be the heart of the company. We are a private, family-owned enterprise committed to cultivating an atmosphere that honors the contributions of everyone. We want our employees to have long-term careers, and many do. Almost 40% of our workforce has over a decade of service. Our open-door management policy, comprehensive benefits package, annual bonus program for all, and career advancement opportunities are just some of the ways we show our employees how incredibly valued they are.

Our hiring process may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to help in the initial review of applications by identifying candidates whose qualifications best match job requirements. These tools do not make hiring decisions. All final hiring decisions regarding interviews and employment are made by our employee recruiting and hiring teams.

East Penn is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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Overview

East Penn Manufacturing, a world class leader in lead-acid battery manufacturing, is seeking experienced Material Handlers at our Distribution Center in Topton, PA. Join our high-performing team where precision, safety, and innovation drive success. We're hiring skilled Warehouse Workers who thrive in a hands-on, fast-paced, and team-oriented environment. Our ideal candidate is self-motivated and has experience operating forklifts, walkie riders, towmotors, and stacktrucks. This role not only offers an opportunity to contribute to the production of high-quality products but also provides a pathway for career advancement within our organization.

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Average starting wage of $27 per hour.

Plus a $5,000 Sign-On/Retention Bonus!

Opportunities available on 2nd and 3rd shift.

Consistent schedule and guaranteed 40 hours with opportunity for overtime.

2nd shift - 8 hour shifts from 3:00pm-11:00pm

3rd shift - 8 hour shifts from 11:00pm-7:00am

Responsibilities

Loads, unloads, and moves materials from one location to another within the warehouse using a towmotor, stack truck and/or electric truck (walkie).

• Picking batteries to build a pallet based on customer order.
• Packaging and shipping product on trailers.
• Receives incoming material and logs it in computerized tracking system.
• Verifies the correctness of incoming parts and counts
• Sorts incoming parts and puts them away in the proper location.
• Manifests pallets using a handheld RF scanner.
• Use a computer to locate and move pallets.
• Weekly inventory of product.

*Specific responsibilities may vary depending on job placement.

Qualifications

• Experience operating forklifts, walkie riders, towmotors, and stacktrucks
• Basic Reading Skills
• Basic Math Skills (adding, subtracting, dividing, multiplying)
• Basic computer skills (ability to interact with computer screens).
• Ability to lift 25-50 pounds safely and efficiently.
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time.
• Safety-conscious and detail-driven mindset.
• Good communication skills and ability to work in a team-oriented environment.
• Willingness to work overtime as needed.

East Penn Benefits

East Penn offers excellent benefits:

• Competitive compensation
• Group insurance that includes medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage
• 401K savings plan
• Annual bonus
• 9 paid holidays and 10 paid vacation days
• Employee assistance programs
• Fitness Discounts
• Promotional opportunities
• Safety Glasses, Safety Shoes, and Uniform provided or reimbursed by the company