Material Handler - 1st Shift
JOB TITLE: Material Handler (Putaway)
JOB LOCATION: Lincolnshire, IL
JOB TYPE: Temp to Hire
PAY: $18/Hr.
1st SHIFT: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm (Monday - Friday)
About the Material Handler Role:
The Material Handler is responsible for receiving, storing, picking, and packing spare parts in accordance with standard procedures and order-specific instructions, under general supervision.
Job Duties and Responsibilities:
- Transport materials from receiving or storage areas to shipping or designated locations; unpack crates and containers as needed
- Load outbound shipments, ensuring materials are properly packaged and stacked to prevent damage
- Assist with ongoing cycle counts and annual physical inventory processes
- Comply with warehouse quality control standards and procedures
- Operate forklifts safely, ensuring all loads are stable and secure
- Maintain a clean and organized work environment, including sweeping, dusting, and mopping
- Follow all safety protocols, departmental procedures, and corporate policies
Job Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Ability to follow standard work instructions with reliability and punctuality
Strong multitasking and time management skills; able to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
Flexible and adaptable approach to changing assignments and priorities
Proficient in English, both written and verbal, with effective communication skills
Solid math skills and understanding of weights and measures
Basic proficiency in word processing and spreadsheets
Strong working knowledge of computerized inventory systems
Experience using RF scanners for inventory tracking and management
Education and Training:
High school diploma or equivalent required
3–5 years of warehouse experience, including proficiency with computerized inventory tracking systems
Physical Demands:
Prolonged periods of walking, stooping, bending, reaching, and occasional sitting
Frequent pushing, pulling, lifting, and moving of objects up to 50 pounds
Manual dexterity for repetitive hand, finger, and wrist movements
Capable of climbing step ladders up to 15 feet
Ability to operate a vehicle as needed
Work Environment:
Primarily based in a warehouse setting, with exposure to varying temperatures
Regular exposure to vibrations, fumes, gases, and moving mechanical equipment
Occasional handling of potentially hazardous chemicals or substances
Noise levels range from moderate to very loud, depending on tasks and equipment used
Tools and Equipment:
Operates equipment, including forklift trucks, hand pallet jacks, label machines, packing machines, computers, and calculators
Steel-toed safety shoes must be worn at all times while in the warehouse
Come join the SMS team!
It takes more than top-notch facilities, modern equipment, and innovative technologies to become our customers’ most trusted supplier. It takes people who are committed to our customers’ success and who are willing to go the extra mile to get the job done right.
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