Now Hiring: Material Handlers for Jackson, TN Distribution Center

Simon and Schuster Books; Jackson (TN); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee ownership

Medical, Dental & Vision

PTO 15 days

401k

Tuition reimbursement

Merit increases

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Simon & Schuster in Jackson, TN is hiring Material Handlers for our Distribution Center. We offer both full-time and part-time roles to support daily warehouse operations and ensure efficient flow of goods.

Positions require a High School Diploma, ability to lift up to 50 lbs, and strong communication. We provide a competitive hourly wage with benefits and opportunities for growth within the company.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• Ability to meet workplace demands and safety standards.
• Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of employees.
• Capable of working in a fast-paced warehouse environment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain thorough workflows in distribution processes.
• Assist with loading, unloading, and order picking as needed.
• Uphold safety and productivity standards throughout shifts.

Skills

Workplace safety

Communication

Teamwork

Physical stamina

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Forklift experience

Job description

Simon & Schuster was named to Forbes magazine list of America's Best Mid-Size Employers 2022. Simon & Schuster is a global leader in general interest publishing, dedicated to providing the best in fiction and nonfiction for readers of all ages, and in all printed, digital and audio formats. Its distinguished roster of authors includes many of the world's most popular and widely recognized writers, and winners of the most prestigious literary honors and awards. It is home to numerous well-known imprints and divisions such as Simon & Schuster, Scribner, Atria Books, Gallery Books, Pocket Books, Adams Media, Simon & Schuster Children's Publishing and Simon & Schuster Audio and international companies in Australia, Canada, India and the United Kingdom, and proudly brings the works of its authors to readers in more than 200 countries and territories. For more information visit our website at www.simonandschuster.com.

Now Hiring: Material Handlers for Jackson, TN Distribution Center

Simon & Schuster, a global leader in book publishing, has immediate openings in its Jackson, TN distribution facility.

Full-Time and Part-Time opportunities are available for Material Handlers to join our Distribution Center in Jackson, TN. These positions will maintain thorough workflows in various departments.

Requirements

• High School Diploma
• Ability to meet workplace demands
• Ability to communicate effectively to all levels of employees
• Ability to work alongside employees and accomplish daily goals
• Ability to safely lift and move materials weighing up to 50 lbs. throughout the shift
• Ability to remain standing and active for the duration of scheduled shifts
• Comfortable performing a full range of physical movements, including bending, twisting, reaching, kneeling, and climbing
• Capable of working in a fast-paced warehouse environment while maintaining safety and productivity standards
• Order Selector/Forklift experience a plus

Hours

Full-time, Monday-Friday, 7:30am – 4:00pm

Part-time: 1st Shift: Monday - Wednesday - Flexible between 7:30AM - 4:00PM

2nd Shift: Monday - Wednesday - Flexible between 3:00PM - 11:30PM

Hourly rate ranges: $16-20/hr depending on experience

LOCATION

Jackson, TN

Simon & Schuster Benefits

• Employee ownership: Broad-Based Long-term bonus plan
• Benefits: Medical, Dental & Vision for FT employees that start on day 1
• 15 days of PTO, 40 hours of Sick time and 8 floating holidays
• Company matched 401k
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Most roles are eligible to receive annual merit increases
• Fantastic growth opportunities

Simon & Schuster US is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). At Simon & Schuster US, the spirit of inclusion feeds into everything that we do. From employee benefits/programs and social impact outreach initiatives, we believe that opportunity, access, resources and rewards should be available to and for the benefit of all. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression), age, citizenship status, marital status, and Veteran status where protected by law or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

The hiring salary range for this position applies to New York City, California, Colorado, Washington state, and most other geographies. Starting pay for the successful applicant depends on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education. The benefits available for this position include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, tuition assistance program and PTO or, if applicable. Additionally, employees have access to our industry-first, Broad Based Ownership program, which makes all employees partners in our shared success.

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals in accordance with applicable law. If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact us at [insert contact information]. Unrelated emails, such as following up on an application, will not receive a response.

Candidates hired for this or any other posted Simon & Schuster role will be employees of Simon & Schuster, LLC, subject to all policies, including the Workplace Privacy Notice, and eligible solely for the benefits plans thereof.