1st shift Security Officer
Required skills
- Security Officer
- Distribution Center
- Jonestown PA
- on-site
- weekend and holiday work
- Global Security Strategy
- physical security
- safety
- facilities-related concerns
- access control system
Nice to have
- Security
- Asset Protection
- Loss Prevention
- Law Enforcement
- military background
- Security Leader/Shift Supervisor
Role summary
Mattel is seeking a Security Officer for its Distribution Center in Jonestown, PA. This on-site role involves protecting employees, products, and brands by enforcing security policies, conducting patrols, monitoring access control and CCTV systems, and performing administrative duties. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, collaborative, and possesses strong communication and prioritization skills. Responsibilities include ensuring adherence to access control standards, maintaining parking lot safety, and supporting intellectual property protection. A background in security, law enforcement, or military is preferred, along with a high school diploma/GED, valid driver's license, and security guard license. First Aid/CPR certification is required or will be provided. The role requires the ability to work varying shifts, including nights, holidays, and weekends, and involves physical demands such as standing, walking, and lifting up to 50 pounds.
As a Security Officer you play an important role in protecting Mattel’s employees, guest (s), product(s) and brands. The ideal candidate is flexible, collaborative, detail oriented, has strong communication skills, and prioritization skills. This position is located at Mattel’s Distribution Center in Jonestown PA. This is an on-site position and includes weekend and holiday work. Schedules may vary based on business needs.
What Your Impact Will Be
- Support Mattel’s GlobalSecurity Strategy to protect people, assets, and Mattel’s reputation by providing exceptional customer service and consistently applying policies and practices.
- Enforce Mattel Global Security policies and practices to create a safe and secure environment for all employees and visitors.
- Completes security duties and related tasks as defined in the Contingency Operations and SOP manuals under the direction of the Security Leader/Shift Supervisor and Security Manager.
- Completes security patrols on foot, in a vehicle and digitally to monitor the Mattel Distribution Center for physical security, safety and facilities-related concerns.
- Effectively monitors the access control system, CCTV system, and the “guard tour” management system.
- Monitors the fire control panel for alarms and any problems with equipment. Reports any service/maintenance issues to Maintenance personnel.
- Perform administrative data entry duties as assigned by the Shift Supervisors and Security Leader, for incident documentation and communications via the Microsoft suite.
- Ensure adherence to access control standards including the employee badge policy, visitor registration, temporary or contract worker check-ins and intern badging along with other visitor types.
- Ensure parking lot safety by conducting patrols of the parking lots, enforcing parking lot rules and completing accident investigations.
- Support IP (Intellectual Property) process surrounding confidentiality and controlled destruction of IP per Mattel standards.
- Additional responsibilities as assigned by supervisor or manager.
- Flexibility to work on multiple shifts and/or shift times to support business needs.
- This is an onsite position and does not allow for remote work.
- One+ years of Security, Asset Protection, Loss Prevention, Law Enforcement or military background preferred.
- High school diploma or GED, required.
- Must have a valid driver’s license.
- Must have a valid Security Guard License. (IF APPLICABLE)
- Must be certified in First Aid, CPR, and Blood-borne Pathogens, OR be willing to obtain certification through training provided by Mattel (annual training provided).
- Must be able to communicate effectively with the public and with all levels of the organization in the performance of daily duties via multiple communication methods and platforms
- Analytical abilities to think critically making clear, well-reasoned rational decisions.
- Ability to effectively respond to all types of situations in a confidential manner. Possess the ability to remain calm during an emergency or stressful situation.
- Working knowledge of PCs and software including MS Windows, Microsoft Office, CCTV and access control is a plus.
- Must be able to work varying shifts including nights, holidays, and weekends.
- Ability to read, analyze and interpret general business policies, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
- Ability to write reports, and business correspondence, including detailed incident reports writing.
- Display exceptional customer service and communication skills.
- Ability to stand and walk, go up/downstairs and stand for extended periods of time.
- Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
- Outdoor post assignments may require an individual to withstand extreme heat, humidity, cold and/or severe weather (e.g. snow, sleet, rain, hail, wind).
- Ability to use post-security equipment (handheld and walk-thru metal detectors, handheld radios, access control systems, CCTV).
Don’t meet every single requirement? At Mattel, we are dedicated to an inclusive workplace and a culture of belonging. If you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we still encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles. Join Mattel's Talent Community and start receiving exciting updates about our company, our employees, and our culture. Also, interested in signing up for job alerts? Do so here! How We Work: We are a purpose driven company aiming to empower generations to explore the wonder of childhood and reach their full potential. We live up to our purpose employing the following behaviors:
- We collaborate: Being a part of Mattel means being part of one team with shared values and common goals. Every person counts and working closely together always brings better results. Partnership is our process and our collective capabilities is our superpower.
- We innovate: At Mattel we always aim to find new and better ways to create innovative products and experiences. No matter where you work in the organization, you can always make a difference and have real impact. We welcome new ideas and value new initiatives that challenge conventional thinking.
- We execute: We are a performance-driven company. We strive for excellence and are focused on pursuing best-in-class outcomes. We believe in accountability and ownership and know that our people are at their best when they are empowered to create and deliver results.
Who We Are: Mattel is a leading global toy and family entertainment company and owner of one of the most iconic brand portfolios in the world. We engage consumers and fans through our franchise brands, including Barbie, Hot Wheels, Fisher-Price, American Girl, Thomas & Friends, UNO, Masters of the Universe, Matchbox, Monster High, MEGA and Polly Pocket, as well as other popular properties that we own or license in partnership with global entertainment companies. Our offerings include toys, content, consumer products, digital and live experiences. Our products are sold in collaboration with the world’s leading retail and ecommerce companies. Since its founding in 1945, Mattel is proud to be a trusted partner in empowering generations to explore the wonder of childhood and reach their full potential.
The pay range for this position is hourly. The pay range is indicative of projected hiring range, however base pay will be determined based on a candidate’s work location, skills and experience. Mattel offers competitive total pay programs, comprehensive benefits, and resources to help empower a culture where every employee can reach their full potential.
Mattel’s award-winning workplace culture has been recognized by Forbes, Fast Company, Newsweek, Great Place to Work, TIME, and more.
Visit us at https://jobs.mattel.com/ and www.instagram.com/MattelCareers. Mattel is an Equal Opportunity Employer where we want you to bring your authentic self to work every day. We welcome all job seekers, and all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, veteran and protected veteran status, disability status, and or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law
CREATIVITY IS OUR SUPERPOWER. It’s our heritage and it’s also our future. Because we don’t just make toys. We create innovative products and experiences that inspire fans, entertain audiences and develop children through play. Mattel is at its best when every member of our team feels respected, included, and heard—when everyone can show up as themselves and do their best work every day. We value and share an infinite range of ideas and voices that evolve and broaden our perspectives with a reach that extends into all our brands, partners, and suppliers.
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