Material Handler - Warehouse - Connellsville

Packaging Services Industries, Inc.; Connellsville (Fayette County); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturer of corrugated boxes in Connellsville is seeking a full-time Material Handler. The role involves safe material handling, equipment operation, and teamwork in a drug-free environment. Competitive pay, benefits, and opportunities for advancement are offered from day one.

Benefits

Medical plans (single and family)

401(k) plan with employer match

Paid holidays

PTO (vacation, sick, and personal days)

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of forklift operation/material handling experience in manufacturing preferred.
• Basic knowledge of computer and barcode scanning systems.

Responsibilities

• Safe loading, unloading, storage, and transportation of materials.
• Operation of equipment such as forklifts, turret trucks, and pallet jacks.
• Maintain good attendance and comply with safety protocols.

Skills

Forklift operation

Material handling

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Job description

Position: Material Handler

ABOUT US

Packaging Services Industries, Inc., began production in 1976 and represents a family of privately owned businesses located in Maryland (MD) and Pennsylvania (PA). Since our inception, PSI has expanded to three plants in the Mid-Atlantic region, staffed by over 350 employees. We attribute our progress to our philosophy: to tailor our products to meet customer needs and to provide exemplary customer service — always with a product guarantee!

POSITION SUMMARY

PSI Packaging Services, Inc., PA, a leading manufacturer of corrugated boxes, is seeking a Material Handler to join our team. This is a full-time position with the core schedule from Monday through Friday, 8:30 am to 5:00 pm, including a 30-minute unpaid lunch, with occasional overtime as needed. The role involves the safe loading, unloading, storage, and transportation of materials and finished goods within our manufacturing facility. Responsibilities include manual operations and the safe operation of equipment such as forklifts, turret trucks, manual pallet jacks, and powered pallet jacks. Some tasks may require manual movement of materials. Good attendance is essential.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Safety-first mentality
• 3-5 years of forklift operation/material handling experience in manufacturing preferred
• Ability to work the core schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:30 am to 5:00 pm, with overtime as necessary
• Knowledge of safe forklift operations
• Ability to lift up to 75 pounds safely
• Physical ability to sit, stand, or walk for extended periods
• Physical ability to bend, reach, stoop, crouch, or kneel for extended periods
• Basic knowledge of computer and barcode scanning systems

Success in this role requires commitment, teamwork, and a focus on safety in a drug-free environment. Experience with forklift operation in manufacturing is strongly preferred.

BENEFITS AND COMPENSATION

We offer an excellent benefits package, including:

• Choice of two medical plans (single and family), dental, vision, company-paid life insurance, voluntary short-term and long-term disability, voluntary supplemental life insurance, critical illness, and accident insurance. Benefits start the first of the month after 60 days of employment.
• 401(k) plan with employer match
• Paid holidays
• PTO (vacation, sick, and personal days)

The starting pay range is $19.00 per hour, with overtime opportunities depending on business needs. PSI provides a competitive pay and benefits package, along with opportunities for advancement in a rewarding, safe, drug-free environment.