Material Handler; PT Mid-Hudson Library System

The Mid-Hudson Library System Operations department is seeking a part-time Material Handler for approximately 15-20 hours per week. Requirements of the position include but are not limited to organizing the delivery operations area, unloading boxes from delivery vans, sorting library materials to appropriate bins, strong attention to detail, ability to follow directions, work within a team environment, meet the physical demands of the position such as being on your feet, walking, bending, crouching, using hands, reaching, and ability to lift 50lbs.

Position is five days per week Monday through Friday beginning between 10:00 – 10:30 AM until mid-afternoon. Hourly wage is $19.50/hr paid holidays and vacation time.

Mid-Hudson Library System Job Description

Job Title:

Material Handler

Reports To:

Delivery Operations Manager
FLSA Status:
Nonexempt
Not Telecommuting Eligible

Unloads, organizes and sorts materials in System delivery operations.

Unloads boxes from delivery vans; sorts materials to appropriate library box; organizes delivery operations area for next day’s delivery of materials for sorting.

Participates in and promotes ‘green’ initiatives including, but not limited to, proper recycling and energy conservation.

Attendance and Punctuality – Is consistently at work and on time.

Oral Communication – Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations;
Listens and gets clarification;
Responds well to questions.

Quantity – Meets productivity standards;
Completes work in timely manner;
Works quickly.

Teamwork – Balances team and individual responsibilities;
Exhibits objectivity and openness to views of others;
Gives and welcomes feedback;
Contributes to building a positive team spirit.

Other Qualifications Must be organized and detail oriented.

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk and crouch; bend at the waist; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk and hear.

The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 50 pounds.

t The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions.
The noise level in the work environment is moderate.