Macmillan Job Board
General Warehouse (Special Projects)
Macmillan Job Board, Gordonsville, Virginia, United States, 22942
General Warehouse (Special Projects)
Job Category: Shared Services Requisition Number: GENER003116 Posted: July 16, 2025 Full-Time On-site Location: Gordonsville, VA 229428501, USA Job Details
Description
$1,000 Retention Bonus (after 1 year) Paid Time Off 11 Paid Holidays Eligible to participate in the 401(k) Plan Competitive Benefits MPS, a division of Macmillan Publishers, a leading US publisher of Trade and Academic titles, has a job opening for a [Job Title] in our Gordonsville facility. MPS provides back office support, warehousing, and fulfillment for Macmillan US, and is their primary distribution facility for North America. In this position, the employee will perform the more advanced general warehouse duties to include making adjustments in the computer system; operating machinery; processing; shrink-wrapping product; operating stretch-wrapping machine, and performing short picker duties while meeting production requirements, following appropriate instructions and safety methods associated with the department they are assigned to. Key Responsibilities: This position will be responsible for following detailed work order instructions with precision and updating management upon completion. This role involves preparing and organizing all components required for kit and display assembly, operating the shrink-wrap machine for college packs and special projects, and ensuring the correct quantity of books and components are packed accurately. The candidate will also pack materials securely using appropriate dunnage to prevent damage during transit or storage. Strong attention to detail is essential, as the role requires reporting any shortages, labeling errors, or assembly issues to management promptly. Additionally, the candidate will utilize the Warehouse Management System (WMS) to retrieve order status and locate inventory as needed, supporting efficient and accurate fulfillment operations. Education: Specific Requirements: High School diploma or general education degree (GED). Skills/experience required: Language Skills:
Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions; write legibly and effectively communicate information one-on-one and to employees and management. Mathematical Skills:
Ability to count, add, subtract, multiply, and divide. Reasoning Ability:
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out simple one or two step instructions, and to deal with standardized structure. Key relationships:
Fellow co-workers within the department, Leads, and Supervisors. Capabilities: Personal effectiveness and professionalism Customer focus Relationship building/teamwork Innovation and change Problem Solving We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are actively seeking job applicants who reflect a broad representation of differences, including race, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender Identity/expression, physical ability, neurodiversity, age, family status, economic background and status, geographical background and status, and perspective. We believe that the best companies reflect the incredible diversity in viewpoints, backgrounds, and identities of the world in their staffs, and are committed to inclusive hiring across departments and levels. The successful candidate for this position will be an employee of MPS. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the
Know Your Rights
notice from the Department of Labor.
Job Category: Shared Services Requisition Number: GENER003116 Posted: July 16, 2025 Full-Time On-site Location: Gordonsville, VA 229428501, USA Job Details
Description
$1,000 Retention Bonus (after 1 year) Paid Time Off 11 Paid Holidays Eligible to participate in the 401(k) Plan Competitive Benefits MPS, a division of Macmillan Publishers, a leading US publisher of Trade and Academic titles, has a job opening for a [Job Title] in our Gordonsville facility. MPS provides back office support, warehousing, and fulfillment for Macmillan US, and is their primary distribution facility for North America. In this position, the employee will perform the more advanced general warehouse duties to include making adjustments in the computer system; operating machinery; processing; shrink-wrapping product; operating stretch-wrapping machine, and performing short picker duties while meeting production requirements, following appropriate instructions and safety methods associated with the department they are assigned to. Key Responsibilities: This position will be responsible for following detailed work order instructions with precision and updating management upon completion. This role involves preparing and organizing all components required for kit and display assembly, operating the shrink-wrap machine for college packs and special projects, and ensuring the correct quantity of books and components are packed accurately. The candidate will also pack materials securely using appropriate dunnage to prevent damage during transit or storage. Strong attention to detail is essential, as the role requires reporting any shortages, labeling errors, or assembly issues to management promptly. Additionally, the candidate will utilize the Warehouse Management System (WMS) to retrieve order status and locate inventory as needed, supporting efficient and accurate fulfillment operations. Education: Specific Requirements: High School diploma or general education degree (GED). Skills/experience required: Language Skills:
Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions; write legibly and effectively communicate information one-on-one and to employees and management. Mathematical Skills:
Ability to count, add, subtract, multiply, and divide. Reasoning Ability:
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out simple one or two step instructions, and to deal with standardized structure. Key relationships:
Fellow co-workers within the department, Leads, and Supervisors. Capabilities: Personal effectiveness and professionalism Customer focus Relationship building/teamwork Innovation and change Problem Solving We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are actively seeking job applicants who reflect a broad representation of differences, including race, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender Identity/expression, physical ability, neurodiversity, age, family status, economic background and status, geographical background and status, and perspective. We believe that the best companies reflect the incredible diversity in viewpoints, backgrounds, and identities of the world in their staffs, and are committed to inclusive hiring across departments and levels. The successful candidate for this position will be an employee of MPS. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the
Know Your Rights
notice from the Department of Labor.