Material Handler
About this role
Phoenix Color® is a premier full-service, full-color printer with over 40 years of superior print experience. Drawing on a broad spectrum of materials and decorative technologies, Phoenix Color® produces memorable, value-added components, heavily-illustrated books and specialty commercial products.
Phoenix Color® has been servicing the publishing industry within the United States since 1979 and has formed lasting relationships with some of the biggest names in book publishing.
As a domestic manufacturer, we offer extensive, in-house digital pre-press capabilities and our technologically advanced UV printing platform supports an array of printing and finishing options. Our innovative special effects include foil stamping, UV embellishments and laminations, as well as our trademarked products LithoFoil®, MetalTone™, Look of Leather™ and VibraColor™.
Phoenix Color’s® progressive innovation and commitment to quality will give your product the optimum eye-catching edge required in today’s competitive marketplace.
Are you looking for a active, fast-paced role where your hard work keeps production moving? As a Material Handler / Sheeting Helper, you will be the backbone of our pressroom operations. From managing heavy machinery rolls to operating powered industrial vehicles, your efficiency and dedication to safety will directly impact our team's success.
Pay: $18.45hr - $22.80 hr.
Shift: Wednesday to Saturday 7am – 7pm
Location: 18249 Phoenix Dr., Hagerstown, MD 21742
Culture & Engagement: Safety First Standard, Food Trucks, Employee Events, Holiday Parties, Employee Recognition Program, Advancement Opportunities!
Job Responsibilities:
- Powering Production: Prepare, load, and maintain material rolls for production machines.
- Equipment Operation: Safely operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and other Powered Industrial Vehicles (PIVs).
- Staging & Logistics: Package, organize, and stage finished products for the pressroom team.
- Team Support: Partner closely with machine operators to assist with daily production needs.
- Sustainability & Safety: Prepare recyclable waste for transport and strictly follow all company safety policies.
- Workspace Pride: Maintain a clean, organized, and hazard-free work environment.
What You Bring:
- Physical Stamina: Ability to lift 45–70 lbs regularly, stand/walk for 12-hour shifts, and push/pull up to 1,100 lbs using a manual pallet jack.
- Core Skills: Basic math, reading comprehension, and accurate measurement skills.
- Operational Excellence: Strong attention to detail, excellent organizational skills, and a team-first mindset.
- Communication: Clear verbal and written communication skills
Physical Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- 6–12 months of experience operating forklifts or electric pallet jacks.
What we offer:
- Clean and safe work environment
- Work-life balance
- Growth and promotion opportunities
- Great culture and co-workers
Learn more at www.phoenixcolor.com.
Phoenix Color provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Company at a glance
We are committed to crafting books and services that are meaningful. We take pride in the challenge of fulfilling our customers’ visions.
What We Do
Book Making: From words on a screen to pages in your hands. We employ the highest quality craftsmanship to print, bind, and custom publish books.
Distribution: We provide secure physical & digital sites for your book. We offer state-of-the-art inventory management and distribution strategy.
Jackets and Components: Using our advanced prepress and press operations, a myriad finishing applications, and innovative special effects, we create distinctive covers to make your books memorable.
Lakeside Book Merchant: simplify selling your books on Amazon to help maximize your profits.
Why Choose Us
Customers trust our expertise- Our commitment to quality is unwavering. We work with publishers of all sizes across diverse industries and market segments to provide a myriad of creative printing options that elevate the reader’s experience.
Consultative partnership- Our team is passionate about taking care of our customers. We provide personalized service to publishers, drawing on our decades of specialized expertise to recommend the best solutions that align with your goals.
Full-scale, end-to-end production and distribution- As the largest book printing company in North America, Lakeside Book Company will manage your books for the life of each title, allowing you to concentrate on what you do best.
Our Impact
Largest digital and offset print capacity, more than any other North American printer
Over 600 million books produced annually
Largest book distributor in North America, covering over 4.5 million square feet
19 book manufacturing locations in the U.S. and Canada
Ready to Partner?
We’re here to help, let’s connect to explore how Lakeside Book Company can bring value to your organization.
Top Benefits
- Employee Events
- Food Trucks
- Holiday Parties
- Employee Recognition Program
- Advancement Opportunities
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