Bay State Books is looking for a hard-working, reliable team member to help sort, move, and organize books in our busy book warehouse. If you enjoy physical work, staying active, and being around thousands of books every day, this job is a great fit. No experience required — just a strong work ethic and willingness to learn.
Send us a short message if you're interested in the job.
What You’ll Do
- Sort, lift, and move large volumes of books throughout the warehouse
- Process, stack, organize, and stage books for listing and resale
- Build curated book sets (training provided)
- Scan and list books using handheld devices
- Keep workstations and shelving areas clean and organized
- Assist with inventory flow, book intake, and warehouse tasks
- Work closely with our team to improve speed and efficiency
What We’re Looking For
- Comfortable with physical labor: lifting 30–50 lbs, bending, standing, moving all day
- Reliable, punctual, and able to follow a routine
- Detail-oriented and able to sort quickly and accurately
- Loves books or enjoys working with media (bonus if you like organizing sets)
- Able to learn simple technology like scanners, spreadsheets, and listing tools
- Works well independently and with a team
Why Work With Us
- Starting pay: $17/hr
- Flexible hours (full or part-time)
- Relaxed warehouse environment
- Opportunities to grow into roles like set-building, listing, or inventory management
- Work for a local, fast-growing company making a positive environmental impact
- Hands-on job that keeps you active — no two days are the same
About Us
Bay State Books is New England’s largest used-book recycling and resale companies. We process thousands of books every day from donation bins, libraries, and community partners — keeping millions of books out of landfills each year.
Pay: From $16.50 per hour
Benefits:
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Work Location: In person
