Material Handler - Seasonal

The Anstadt Company is looking for a hands-on, dependable, and motivated Seasonal Material Handler to join our team. The Press Room & Bindery Material Handler is responsible for keeping production running smoothly by ensuring all materials are staged, replenished, and ready for Press and Machine Operators throughout the day. This role moves work-in-process and finished goods from station to station across the press room and bindery, supports changeovers and make-readies, and serves as the critical link between material supply and machine uptime. Key Responsibilities Material Staging & Supply (Primary Focus) Stage and deliver required materials, including paper stock, plates, blankets, ink, fountain solutions, wash-up supplies, stitching wire, glue, covers, and job tickets, to each press and bindery machine before and during production runs. Anticipate material needs by reviewing production schedules and communicating with Operators and Supervisors to ensure materials are available before they are needed. Monitor material levels at each station throughout the shift and proactively replenish supplies, especially during long runs and peak production periods. Verify materials against job specifications, including stock, size, grain direction, and quantity, before delivery to prevent errors and production delays. Remove empty skids, pallets, and waste materials from work areas to maintain a clean, safe, and organized production environment. Work-in-Process & Finished Goods Movement (Primary Focus) Transport printed products and work-in-process jobs from the press room through coating, cutting, and other bindery operations to fulfillment areas in the correct production sequence. Move finished goods from fulfillment stations to palletizing, shrink-wrapping, staging, and shipping areas. Accurately label, count, and stage completed skids, ensuring job numbers, quantities, and destinations are correct. Coordinate with the Shipping and Receiving team to ensure finished goods are properly staged and ready for timely pickup. General Support Assist Operators with make-readies, machine changeovers, and roll or skid changes as needed. Safely operate material handling equipment, including forklifts and pallet jacks. Forklift certification is required or must be obtained. Follow all safety procedures, lockout/tagout requirements, and housekeeping standards, including 5S practices. Perform other duties as assigned by the Production Manager. Experience High school diploma or GED (or equivalent work experience). Ability to lift up to 50 lbs regularly and stand/walk for a full shift. Forklift experience; certification must be obtained within 30 days of hire. Basic math and counting skills; ability to read job tickets and work orders. Reliable attendance and the ability to work a production schedule, including overtime when needed. Pay: $15.00 - $17.00 per hour Benefits: 401(k) Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance Ability to Commute: York, PA 17406 (Required) Work Location: In person

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