2nd Shift Material Handler/Forklift

Allegiance Staffing

  • Bolingbrook, IL
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 month ago
Job Summary:The Material Handler is responsible for storing, moving, and handling products and materials. Material Handlers work in a structured work environment to minimize safety risks. Material Handlers will need to be reliable and able to work with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP’s) at all times.Job Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Identifies, transports, packs, removes and disposes of products and materials.
  • Operates forklifts, handcarts, or pallet jacks to pick, replenish, shuttle, and load/unload orders.
  • Maintain inventory levels as directed.
  • Feed lines with product as scheduled or directed by supervision or line leads.
  • Ship and receive materials throughout duration of shift.
  • Operate all equipment in a safe manner.
  • Count, weigh, record numbers of units or materials moved or handled.
  • Ensure that product moved is identified and labeled correctly.
  • Perform required housekeeping to maintain 5S and keep work areas clean, such as sweeping floors, putting trash into containers, and picking stray product up from the floor.
  • Performs all other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:
  • Must be knowledgeable in GMPs or the willingness to learn.
  • Ability to obtain forklift certification within 90 days.
  • Ability to operate stand-up and extended forklifts.
  • Sufficient math skills .
  • Must have the ability to understand and follow all safety policies and procedures.
  • Ability to read and write in English preferred.
Job Qualifications & Experience:
  • Must be 18 years of age.
  • Previous Material Handling experience a plus, varies by location.
Work Environment:
  • This is a manufacturing environment and there will be an exposure to a variety of machines, noise levels, and varying temperatures.
  • This is a team environment; Material Handlers must be able to work together and communicate in a respectful and professional manner.
  • Must be able to work necessary overtime based on staffing needs and customer demand, as well as across shifts.
Physical Requirements:
  • Reaching with hands/arms throughout the day.
  • Ability to lift up to 90lbs assisted and 40lbs unassisted.
  • Ability to stand up to 80% of the time scheduled.
  • Ability to walk, climb and/or balance throughout shift.

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