VAS Material Handler 2

RJW Logistics Group•Hazleton, PA

About The Position

RJW Logistics Group is hiring a VAS Material Handler to provide material-handling support for warehouse shipping and receiving. The role operates forklifts to pick customer orders, store and move stock, process inbound and outbound freight, and load and unload RJW trailers and outside carriers. The employee maintains safe, orderly warehouse operations, verifies shipments and paperwork, and supports efficient warehouse and yard flow. The posted schedule is Monday through Friday, 4:00 p.m. to 12:30 a.m.; shifts of 10 to 12 hours may be needed when necessary, and overtime or coverage for other shifts may be required. Pay is $21–$22 per hour, with listed incentive and certification-related pay opportunities. RJW describes an employee ownership program that gives eligible employees shares annually based on salary at no cost while employed. The position requires safe forklift operation in accordance with OSHA regulations and RJW policies, attention to detail, communication skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced warehouse with limited supervision. Physical requirements include occasionally lifting or moving up to 50 pounds, standing and walking, repetitive hand motion, and working more than eight continuous hours when required. The work environment is indoors and may involve occasional exposure to moving mechanical parts, fumes, or airborne particles, with noise ranging from quiet to moderately loud.

Requirements

At least 1 year of warehouse forklift driving experience using a reach truck, walkie rider, sit-down forklift, or cherry/order picker.
Reach truck experience is required in the posting headline.
High school diploma or GED.
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
Good stable work record.
Ability to work 10- to 12-hour shifts when necessary and more than 8 continuous hours when required.
Flexibility to work overtime when needed and provide coverage for other shifts.
Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and to work at heights.
General understanding of computers and handheld RF equipment.
Knowledge of business operating systems, internet software, word processing, and spreadsheet software.
Ability to read and interpret business, technical, and regulatory materials; write reports, correspondence, and procedure manuals; and present information clearly.
Ability to perform basic arithmetic and compute rates, ratios, and percentages, and interpret bar graphs.
Ability to solve practical problems, interpret written and oral instructions, identify root causes, and determine corrective actions.
Attention to detail and quality, good communication and people skills, problem-resolution skills, urgency, accountability, and ability to work with limited supervision.
Ability to maintain work accuracy and concentration on multiple tasks in stressful situations.
Ability to read visual images with 20/20 corrected vision and communicate clearly over telephones.
Must be in sound physical health as determined by a certified licensed physician, with no evidence of controlled substance use.

Nice To Haves

Warehousing certifications.
Experience building pallets with stock and breaking down stock to fill individual orders.
Experience with cross-docking freight processes.
PC skills.
Certification or qualification to operate forklifts, walkie riders, or cherry pickers; additional hourly pay is listed for qualified operators.

Responsibilities

Assist the Warehouse Manager in ensuring efficient warehouse operations.
Operate forklifts safely and efficiently, following OSHA regulations and RJW safety policies, including wearing seatbelts.
Load and unload RJW trailers and outside carriers' equipment safely and efficiently.
Pick customer orders from warehouse operations sheets and load them onto trailers.
Stage shipments correctly and ensure they are loaded properly.
Store stock properly in the warehouse and move products into storage racks.
Maintain orderly stacking and good housekeeping in the warehouse.
Process outbound cross-dock freight as needed.
Record and verify incoming and outgoing shipments and deliveries against paperwork, and complete required documentation.
Handle customer products properly and orderly; check deliveries for poor packing, condition, or damage.
Notify the Warehouse Supervisor of problems and take pictures when necessary.
Immediately report accidents, incidents, stock damage, or building damage to the Shift Supervisor.
Spot trailers to support efficient yard organization and equipment flow.
Keep access to dock doors clear of debris or snow, inside and outside the facility.
Complete daily forklift maintenance inspections.
Perform other tasks assigned by the manager.

Benefits

401(k)
401(k) matching
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Employee discount
Flexible spending account
Health savings account
Paid time off and sick days
Short- and long-term disability insurance
Accidental and critical illness insurance
Employee ownership program with shares granted annually based on salary at no cost while employed
Attendance incentive of up to $2,400
Referral bonus of up to $500 per referral
Hiring bonus of up to $1,000
Step increase of $0.50 after 90 days and again after 180 days for Material Handlers
Additional hourly pay for certified or qualified equipment operators