Warehouse Associate

Merit Logistics; Olyphant (Lackawanna County); In loco; USD 22.000 - 28.000; Tempo pieno

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Merit Logistics in Olyphant, PA is seeking an entry-level Warehouse Associate to unload freight from trucks and help with staging. The role may involve operating a forklift or electric pallet jack after training.

Candidates should be capable of lifting up to 50–75 pounds and working in a fast-paced warehouse. Responsibilities include unloading freight, following safety rules, and meeting productivity goals.

Competenze

• Accuracy and attention to detail in daily tasks.
• Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions in English.
• Effective communication with team and supervisors.

Mansioni

• Unload freight from trucks and prepare for storage or shipment.
• Assist with breaking down freight and staging loads.
• Potential training to operate forklift or electric pallet jack as needed.

Conoscenze

Accuracy

Detail oriented

Communication

Strumenti

Forklift

Electric Pallet Jack

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Job DetailsLevel: EntryJob Location: Merit Olyphant PA VALVPA - Olyphant, PA 18447Position Type: Full TimeSalary Range: $16.00 - $20.00 HourlyJob Shift: AnyJob Category: WarehouseOverview

Responsible for unloading freight from the various trucking companies with or without manual or powered equipment at assigned location at the direction of the Supervisor and Site Manager.

Responsibilities

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

(Other job duties may be assigned)

Associate handles the unloading and breaking down of freight at an adequate pace

Associate might be trained to operate forklift/electric pallet jack

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully

perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with

disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach

with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; and stoop, kneel, crouch or

crawl. The employee is occasionally required to sit and climb or balance. The employee must regularly lift and move

up to 50 pounds, frequently lift and move fifty to seventy-five pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job

include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Warehouse experience a plus.

Experience operating a forklift / Electric Pallet Jack preferred.

• Ability to move up 50-75 pounds continuously
• The ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen and criminal background check.
• Warehouse Experience a plus.
• Experience operating a forklift / Electric Pallet Jack Preferred.
• The ability to work in a physically demanding warehouse environment continuously lifting and moving up to 75lbs
• The ability to meet fast-paced productivity goals and standards
• The ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays
• The ability to work overtime, including weekends and holidays, without advanced notice
• Reliable transportation to and from work

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND CHARACTERISTICS REQUIRED

Accuracy Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly.

Detail Oriented Ability to pay attention to the minute details of a project or task.

Communication - Ability to read, write and understand English.

EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE

Any combination of education and experience that demonstrates the knowledge and ability to perform the work.

Willingness and ability to perform manual work following verbal and written instructions.

Prior experience operating a forklift and pallet jack a plus, but not required. Will train and certify associates holding

positions requiring the use of such equipment.QualificationsWarehouse experience a plus.

Experience operating a forklift / Electric Pallet Jack preferred.

• Ability to move up 50-75 pounds continuously
• The ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen and criminal background check.
• Warehouse Experience a plus.
• Experience operating a forklift / Electric Pallet Jack Preferred.
• The ability to work in a physically demanding warehouse environment – continuously lifting and moving up to 75lbs
• The ability to meet fast-paced productivity goals and standards
• The ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays
• The ability to work overtime, including weekends and holidays, without advanced notice
• Reliable transportation to and from work

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND CHARACTERISTICS REQUIRED

Accuracy – Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly.

Detail--

Communication–

EDUCATION: