Delta Star
DSE Material Handler GPI (Days)
3550 Mayflower Drive, Lynchburg, VA
On-site · $18.44/hr (as posted)
First seen by offpeak October 23, 2026
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Summary
Delta Star Inc. is seeking a reliable and hard‑working Material Handler – GP to support daily production and warehouse operations. If you're eager to learn, safety‑minded, and ready to build foundational material‑handling skills, we want to hear from you!
What You'll Do
As a Material Handler – GP, you’ll assist with moving, staging, and organizing materials to keep operations running smoothly. Working under direct supervision, you’ll support higher‑level material handlers while gaining hands‑on experience in proper material handling, safety procedures, and warehouse best practices.
A Day in the Life
Your day will involve supporting production and warehouse teams by moving materials, maintaining clean work areas, and organizing storage locations. You’ll use basic non‑motorized equipment, assist with loading and unloading tasks, and help prepare materials for production. Whether you’re clearing debris, staging materials, or checking for visible damage, your role keeps the facility safe, clean, and efficient.
Specific Duties
- Move materials using hand trucks, pallet jacks, carts, and other non‑motorized equipment.
- Assist with loading and unloading materials under direct supervision.
- Stage materials for production as directed by higher‑level handlers or supervisors.
- Organize, straighten, and maintain material storage areas.
- Remove scrap material and debris from work areas.
- Assist with basic packaging and preparation of materials for storage or movement.
- Help verify visible material condition and report damage or discrepancies.
- Support cycle counts by pulling materials or organizing locations as directed.
- Maintain tools, equipment, and assigned areas in clean, orderly condition.
- Follow all safety rules and use proper PPE.
- Perform other duties as assigned by a Level 4, Level 5, or Supervisor.
What We're Looking For
We’re looking for a dependable, safety‑focused individual who is eager to learn, follow instructions, and support material handling activities in a fast‑paced environment.
Position Requirements
- High school diploma or GED required.
- Experience in manufacturing, warehouse, or material handling preferred but not required.
- Successful completion of background check, drug screening, and—when applicable—post‑offer physical.
- Must live within a safe reasonable commute to the assigned plant location.
- Must be authorized to work in the United States for any employer.
Skills & Competencies
- Ability to learn and follow written and verbal instructions.
- Basic understanding of safe material handling practices.
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
- Ability to read labels and basic documentation with accuracy.
- Dependable, safety‑minded, and willing to learn new tasks.
- Physical ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials as required.