Materials Handler/Insert Department: Logistics Reports to: Facilities Manager Location: Syracuse, NY Full-Time: A typical work schedule is standard business hours, with the flexibility to handle escalations or support during peak times or special projects. Pay Schedule: Non-exempt gets paid weekly (Non-Exempt): Compensation starts at $36,000–$41,000 annually, depending on experience. Shift Differential: 2nd Shift, +$1. hour, 3rd Shift, +$2. Hour (Based on hours worked) Benefits: Begin the first day after the first two full months of employment.
****The salary range reflects the anticipated compensation for the role and may vary based on several factors, including experience, education, specific skill sets, tenure, and overall fit. We value each person’s contributions and understand that every role has unique requirements that influence compensation; however, different roles may require different levels of expertise and qualifications, which can affect compensation. While we strive to maintain fairness and consistency across the organization, differences in responsibilities, qualifications, and market conditions may result in varied compensation levels. Our goal is to ensure that compensation remains equitable, aligned with the demands of each position, and reflective of each employee’s unique value. Position Summary The Material Handler/Warehouse Associate is responsible for the efficient and safe handling of materials within the warehouse environment. This role involves receiving, storing, and distributing materials, tools, and equipment to support operational needs. The associate ensures accurate inventory management, maintains organized and clean workspaces, and adheres to all safety protocols. Operating forklifts, pallet jacks, and other material-handling equipment is a key part of the role, along with loading and unloading trucks and moving items to designated areas. Essential Functions
The essential functions include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Receive, store, and distribute materials, tools, and equipment.
- Load and unload trucks, and move materials to designated areas.
- Maintain accurate inventory records and labeling.
- Operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and other material-handling equipment.
- Keep warehouse areas clean and organized following safety protocols.
Minimum Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Experience in warehouse operations and material handling preferred.
- Ability to lift 50+ pounds and operate warehouse equipment.
- Basic computer literacy for inventory tracking.
Additional Responsibilities Employees may be required to perform duties outside their primary responsibilities or assigned department, as reasonably requested by management. These duties may occasionally occur outside regular working hours, provided they align with applicable labor laws. On-Call Requirements If you are called in to work outside your regular schedule, you are expected to work at least four hours unless otherwise directed by management. Physical Demands The physical demands described here represent those that an employee must meet to perform the essential functions of this position successfully.
- Work is performed in a warehouse or production facility environment.
- May be exposed to varying temperatures, noise, dust, and printing chemicals. Must be able to lift 50 pounds, push 800 pounds on a load-bearing cart, carry 25 pounds, and pull 200 pounds.
- Must be able to use hand tools, pallet jacks, and forklifts.
- Requires frequent standing, walking, crouching, bending, kneeling, lifting, and using repetitive motions of hands or wrists; finger, grasp, handle, or feel; reach with arms and hands for extended periods.
- Fast-paced, deadline-driven setting requiring the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
Note This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by this position's employee(s). Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and perform any other job-related duties requested by anyone authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements. They are subject to possible modification to accommodate individuals with disabilities reasonably.
Immediate Mailing Services, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity–Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, immigration status, criminal history, height, weight, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, or local laws. We are a drug‑free workplace and comply with all applicable ADA requirements. To perform this job successfully, the employee(s) will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to their health, safety, or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an at-will relationship.