What are the responsibilities and job description for the Material Handler position at JAPS-OLSON COMPANY, LLC?
About the Company:
At Japs-Olson (JO), we believe a career should be more than a job—it should be an opportunity to create a lasting impression. As a trusted leader in direct mail and commercial printing for over a century, JO is proud to be an employer of choice in the Twin Cities, empowering our team to solve problems creatively within a culture of collaboration and growth.
Whether you're a recent graduate eager to launch your career, seeking meaningful work that aligns with your values, or a seasoned professional ready to share your expertise, JO is a place where your contributions can make a difference. We offer competitive benefits, career advancement opportunities, and a commitment to work-life balance, all within a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to grow and succeed.
Join JO, where progress is celebrated, people are uplifted, and your ideas can make a difference every day.
Position Summary:
The Material Handler plays a key role in maintaining efficient warehouse operations, responsible for the accurate movement, storage, and inventory of goods.
Primary Job Responsibilities:
- Safely load and unload materials from trailers
- Operate sit-down and stand-up forklifts, clamp trucks, and turret trucks.
- Deliver materials accurately and efficiently to the production floor.
- Load finished mail using the mail-loading system.
- Inventory material within the Warehouse Management System (WMS)
- Follow management system procedures, 5S, and Standard Work instructions.
Qualifications:
- Previous forklift experience preferred.
- Experience with clamp truck and/or turret truck is a plus.
- Self-motivated, able to work independently and collaboratively.
- Strong attention to detail
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment
- Read, understand, follow, and enforce safety procedures.
- Ability to work overtime as needed (some months may require 10 or 12-hour shifts)
Benefits:
- Affordable medical insurance plans
- Vision and dental insurance
- Health Savings Account (HSA) with company contributions
- 401(k) savings plan with company contributions
- Additional voluntary benefits
- Paid holidays and floating holidays
- Paid parental leave
- Company sponsored life insurance
- Short and long-term disability
JO is an equal employment opportunity employer. All employees and applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, marital status, or status with regard to public assistance.
Due to the nature of the manufacturing environment, Japs-Olson Company considers this position to be safety sensitive position. All job offers are conditional based on satisfying a 9-panel drug screening and physical test in accordance with the Drug Testing in the Workplace Act.
The pay range listed reflects typical compensation based on market data, generally between the 25th and 75th percentile for similar roles. Where you land within that range depends on your experience, skills, and qualifications. Our recruiters will keep you in the loop throughout the process, so you know where you stand. We’re committed to fair and open conversations every step of the way.
Salary : $17 - $22