Material Handler

NewView Oklahoma•Annapolis Junction, MD

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Material Handler supports BrightKey, Inc. in screening mail, packages, and freight addressed to USDA headquarters buildings in the National Capital Region. The role is based at a secure off-site facility and handles receiving, breaking down, staging, inventorying, and tracking parcels and pallet contents, as well as preparing freight for screening and delivery. BrightKey technicians conduct the security screening; the Material Handler keeps items moving through each step and maintains accurate chain-of-custody records so cleared items are ready for delivery to USDA by 3:00 p.m. ET each day. The position is full-time and non-exempt (hourly), at $19.81 per hour. The role follows NewView's ISO 9001:2015 quality management system, written Standard Operating Procedures, and BrightKey and facility policies. NewView provides adaptive equipment as needed. Under the AbilityOne Program, NewView Oklahoma gives hiring preference to individuals who are legally blind; legally blind or low-vision applicants are strongly encouraged to apply.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent preferred; equivalent work experience will be considered.
Previous warehouse, mailroom, shipping and receiving, or general labor experience preferred.
Ability to use a handheld scanner and basic computer tracking software; assistive technology may be used as needed.
Attention to detail and accuracy in recording and tracking items.
Ability to consistently follow written and verbal procedures in a security-sensitive environment.
Must successfully complete the contract-required background check and drug screening after a conditional offer of employment.
Must sign required non-disclosure and subcontractor personnel agreements.
Reliable transportation to the off-site facility in the Washington, DC area.
Ability to exert 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, 10 to 25 pounds frequently, and up to 10 pounds constantly to move objects.

Nice To Haves

Previous warehouse, mailroom, shipping and receiving, or general labor experience.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Legally blind or low vision; such applicants are strongly encouraged to apply and hiring preference is given to individuals who are legally blind under the AbilityOne Program.

Responsibilities

Receive incoming USPS mail, commercial packages, and freight pallets; log each item into the electronic custody tracking system at intake.
Break down and inventory pallets, recording and tracking parcels and pallet contents accurately.
Move, stage, and position pallets and packages between intake, screening, holding, and release areas using hand trucks and pallet jacks.
Load and unload items onto x-ray equipment in support of BrightKey screening technicians, as directed.
Prepare freight for screening and transfer to USDA couriers; stage cleared items to meet the daily 3:00 p.m. ET delivery requirement.
Maintain chain of custody at every hand-off and produce hard-copy custody documentation when requested.
Segregate and consolidate mis-sent mail and packages.
Keep cleared items physically separate from items awaiting screening or under quarantine, and hold all items until the Government approves release.
Stop work and immediately notify the supervisor upon noticing a suspicious indicator; do not further open, move, or examine the item, and follow facility escalation procedures.
Assist with collecting volume data for weekly metrics and monthly status reports.
Follow written Standard Operating Procedures, NewView's ISO 9001:2015 quality management system, and BrightKey and facility policies.
Protect sensitive and Privacy Act information and observe non-disclosure obligations during and after employment.
Keep work areas clean, organized, and free of hazards.
Wear protective equipment required by the department, including in negative-pressure screening areas, and follow company and departmental safety policies.
Perform other duties as assigned.