Operator S&R

Sun Chemical

  • Kankakee, IL
  • $23.75-24.75 per hour
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 day ago
Pay Ranges: $23.75 - $24.75 per hour.ABOUT THE ORGANIZATIONSun Chemical, a member of the DIC Group, is a leading producer of packaging and graphic solutions, color and display technologies, functional products, electronic materials, and products for the automotive and healthcare industries. Together with DIC, Sun Chemical is continuously working to promote and develop sustainable solutions to exceed customer expectations and better the world around us. With combined annual sales of more than $8.5 billion and 22,000+ employees worldwide, the DIC Group companies support a diverse collection of global customers.Sun Chemical Corporation is a subsidiary of Sun Chemical Group Coöperatief U.A., the Netherlands, and is headquartered in Parsippany, New Jersey, U.S.A. For more information, please visit our website at or connect with us on orTitle: Shipping & Receiving OperatorLocation: Kankakee, ILPay Range: $23.75 - $24.75 per hourShift: 3rd Shift 11:00 PM - 7:30 AMOverview:Responsible for the pulling, packing, and shipping of orders, requiring the proper labeling of hazardous materials. Work is performed under minimal supervision following established operating procedures. All work is reviewed for soundness, judgment, overall adequacy, and accuracy. Establish knowledge of standard principles, concepts, and techniques, and work on a variety of shipping functions.Essential Job Functions:
  • Reads open orders and identifies which items are to be pulled for shipping.
  • Pull orders for shipping utilizing FIFO method (rotating stock inventory by properly identifying and selecting the older batches first) in an efficient and timely fashion.
  • Maintain warehouse storage racks and scanner system.
  • Pull stock from warehouse to replenish staging locations.
  • Operate lift truck equipment.
  • Unload incoming shipments.
  • Load outbound shipments and transfers.
  • Collaborate with other internal departments to achieve operational goals.
  • Assure products are properly labeled and all shipments are secured for shipment per regulations.
  • Assure all paperwork is properly filled out and submitted to the office.
  • Adhere to all company quality, environmental, departmental and safety policies.
  • Follow established safety and work procedures/instructions.
  • Maintain work area and warehouse according to the 5S standards established.
  • Ability to work in a fast paced environment
  • Other duties as assigned by a lead, supervisor or other member of management.
Required Education and Experience:
  • High School Diploma or GED preferred, or pass a pre-employment screening assessment.
  • Two years of warehouse experience
  • Prior experience in a manufacturing environment.
  • Ability to operate sit down and stand-up forklift
  • Computer proficiency.
  • Ability to lift 50+ lbs.
  • Good attention to detail and ability to prioritize
  • Strong math, detail and organizational skills.
Work Environment: Due to the nature of the products, the work environment may be dusty, with potential for staining of shoes and clothing in certain areas. You will work in a manufacturing setting that requires standing, bending, kneeling, and lifting up to 55 lbs. throughout your shift. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) such as safety glasses, gloves, respirators/dust masks, protective footwear, and uniforms will be required. Overtime may be available and required.BENEFITSWe offer a range of market-competitive total rewards that include merit increases, paid holidays, Paid Time Off, medical, dental, vision, short and long term disability benefits, 401(k)+match and life insurance. Eligibility of benefit timing may vary.EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITYIt is Sun's policy that applicants for employment are recruited, selected, and hired on the basis of individual merit and ability with respect to the position being filled. Sun prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other status protected by applicable law.Employment agencies are an important component of our talent acquisition strategy, and we value the partnerships we have built with our preferred vendors. We will not accept unsolicited resumes from employment agencies for any employment opportunity. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at Sun Chemical or directly to hiring managers in any form without a signed contract on file, and search engagement for that position, will be deemed unsolicited in nature, and no fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired as a result of the referral or through other means. Additionally, any resume submitted without a contract in place will be considered property of Sun Chemical and no fees will be paid to the agency if the candidate is hired.Note: The base pay range listed is a good-faith estimate of what Sun Chemical may offer to new hires for this position. Actual compensation may vary based on a variety of factors, including the candidate's knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs), relevant experience, education, certifications, and alignment with the minimum job qualifications. Additional considerations may include prevailing wages in the work location and internal equity within Sun Chemical.

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