Warehouse Material Handler

Pinnacle Workforce Logistics; Aberdeen (MD); On-site; USD 12,000 - 15,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits after 60 days

Job summary

Pinnacle Workforce Logistics in Maryland is seeking dedicated team players for entry-level positions in their distribution centers. The role offers comprehensive training, opportunities for advancement, and incentive-based pay averaging $12.50 per hour. Ideal candidates will thrive in a fast-paced environment with responsibilities including loading and unloading freight, maintaining safety standards, and operating material handling equipment.

Benefits are available after 60 days, and all positions are regular direct hire. Candidates should be prepared for a physically demanding environment, with the ability to lift up to 75 lbs and work flexible hours including weekends and holidays.

Qualifications

• Previous warehouse experience is a plus.
• Ability to lift and move up to 75 lbs.
• Availability to work a flexible schedule including weekends.

Responsibilities

• Load, unload and break down freight onto pallets.
• Sort and organize freight by PO# and SKU#.
• Operate various types of material handling equipment.

Skills

Warehouse experience

Forklift operation

Ability to meet productivity goals

Job description

Pinnacle Workforce Logistics, a dynamic international third‑party logistics company, seeks team players to support operations within our distribution centers. We provide a variety of specialized services focused on efficiency and productivity.

Job Overview

Entry level – will train. Opportunities for advancement. Incentive based pay with an average hourly rate of $12.50. Benefits available after 60 days. All positions are regular, direct hire.

Key Responsibilities

• Load, unload and break down freight onto good wood pallets at a pace that meets or exceeds productivity goals and standards.
• Sort and organize freight by PO# and SKU#.
• Break down freight to Ti‑Hi form as required.
• Operate various types of material handling equipment.
• Perform sorting, repacking, labeling, pallet repair and other duties as assigned.
• Maintain an organized and clean work area.
• Follow proper safety procedures and operations.

Qualifications

• Previous warehouse experience a plus.
• Experience operating a forklift or other material handling equipment a plus.
• Any combination of education and experience that demonstrates the knowledge and ability to perform the work.
• Ability to work in a physically demanding warehouse environment—continuously lifting and moving up to 75 lbs.
• Ability to meet fast‑paced productivity goals and standards.
• Availability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays.
• Availability to work overtime, including weekends and holidays, without advanced notice.
• Requirement to pass a pre‑employment drug screen and criminal background check.
• Reliable transportation to and from work.
• Timely and regular attendance.

Competencies

• Organized – able to effectively plan and schedule tasks.
• Accurate – performs work accurately and thoroughly.
• Detail‑oriented – pays attention to minute details.
• Customer‑oriented – serves customers and drivers professionally.
• Diversity‑oriented – works effectively with others.
• Safety awareness – identifies and corrects safety hazards, uses personal protective equipment.

Physical Demands

The employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear. The employee frequently must stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. Occasionally must sit, climb or balance. Regularly must lift or move up to 50 lbs, frequently 50–75 lbs, occasionally more than 100 lbs. Specific vision abilities include close, distance, color, peripheral, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

The work environment may expose the employee to fumes, airborne particles, vibration, extreme temperature variations, and loud noise.

Additional Information

We are an at‑will employer.

We are an equal‑opportunity employer.

We participate in the federal E‑Verify program.