Job Description
Job Title: Warehouse Operator I (Temporary)
Location: Allentown, PA (Onsite)
Duration: 6 Months (04/20/2026 – 10/19/2026)
Pay Rate: $20/hour
Schedule: Monday–Friday (8:30 AM – 5:00 PM OR 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM)
Interview Process: 15-minute Virtual Interview
Start: Immediate (ASAP)
Position Overview
The Warehouse Operator I supports daily warehouse operations including picking, packing, shipping, receiving, and inventory management. The role requires strict adherence to safety, quality, and hazardous material handling procedures , especially while handling chemical products.
Key Responsibilities
1. Order Picking & Packing
- Accurately pick items from inventory based on customer orders
- Verify catalog number, lot number, quantities, and special instructions
- Pack products according to company and hazardous material guidelines
- Label packages correctly to comply with hazmat regulations
- Stage completed orders for shipment
2. Shipping Operations
- Prepare shipments for dispatch
- Ensure proper documentation and labeling
- Move packed materials to designated shipping areas
3. Receiving & Put-away
- Receive inbound shipments
- Unpack and inspect materials
- Restock inventory in appropriate locations
- Maintain accurate inventory placement
4. Inventory & SAP System Usage
- Use SAP system for:
- Inventory tracking
- Order processing
- Material receiving and storage
- Perform shelf audits to ensure:
- Correct product placement
- Inventory accuracy
5. Warehouse Maintenance
- Maintain a clean, safe, and organized workspace
- Dispose of waste and debris properly
- Organize packing materials and supplies
- Perform routine shelf and stock maintenance
6. Equipment Operation
- Operate warehouse tools and equipment such as:
- RF scanners
- Pallet jacks
- Picking carts
- Packing machines (tape dispensers, etc.)
- Use cutting tools safely
Required Skills & Qualifications
Mandatory
- Prior picking & packing experience
- Basic knowledge of warehouse operations
- Familiarity with RF scanners and inventory systems
- Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English
- Basic computer skills (PCs, printers, SAP preferred)
Preferred
- Experience working with chemical or hazardous materials
- Exposure to SAP warehouse/inventory modules
Physical Requirements
- Ability to:
- Stand/walk for 8 hours
- Lift up to 50 lbs unassisted
- Lift heavier loads with assistance
- Perform movements such as:
- Bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching
- Reaching above shoulders
- Good vision (near, distance, color, depth perception)
Work Environment
- Warehouse setting with exposure to chemicals
- Requires use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
- No forklift operation required
Additional Expectations
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Compliance with safety and quality standards
- Reliable attendance and punctuality
- Ability to follow instructions and work independently