1st shift Material Handler (MHE)

Michaels Stores, Inc.; New Lenox (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Michaels Stores, Inc. seeks a Material Handler for their Distribution Center in New Lenox, Illinois. The role involves fulfilling orders and operating industrial equipment in a fast-paced environment. Successful candidates will have strong communication, basic math, and record-keeping skills. The position offers competitive pay and robust benefits.

Benefits

Health insurance (medical, dental, vision)

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Generous employee discounts

Qualifications

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Prior use of industrial equipment preferred.
• Good attention to detail required.

Responsibilities

• Perform functions in a Distribution Center to fulfill orders.
• Document production logs accurately.
• Complete other assigned duties as per business needs.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Basic math proficiency

Good record-keeping skills

Good communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school education or equivalency

Tools

Manual and powered industrial equipment

Job description

The Material Handler may fulfill multiple roles in the Distribution Center environment to help fulfill overall mission to process Inbound and / or Outbound freight accurately, timely, and safely.

Major Activities

• Performs one or more of a variety of functions in a Distribution Center environment associated with fulfilling orders for retail stores and / or other Distribution Centers. Potential work assignments include Receiving, Labeling, Putaway, Order Picking, Slotting, Replenishment, eComm order fulfillment, Hybrid throwing, Loading, and other "speciality" roles that require additional training / experience (e.g., Inventory Control). May utilize manual and / or powered industrial equipment and / or RF guns to perform work tasks as well.
• Documents production log appropriately to include changes in assignments, downtime, meetings, etc. to ensure productivity records are accurate.
• Completes other assigned duties per business needs.

Other duties as assigned

Minimum Special Certifications or Technical Skills

• Basic computer skills for certain roles

Other

• Ability to work independently and / or as part of a team
• Basic math proficiency for certain roles
• Good record-keeping skills with attention to details for certain roles
• Good communication and interpersonal skills

Preferred Education

• High school education or equivalency preferred

Preferred Type of Experience the Job Requires

• Prior use of manual and / or powered industrial equipment preferred
• Basic warehouse and / or Distribution Center knowledge recommended; demonstrated success working in a production environment is helpful

Physical Requirements

• Frequent lifting and carrying of product weighing 5 to 60 pounds
• Frequent pushing or pulling of material and / or equipment
• Frequent standing when working and when driving powered industrial equipment
• Frequent walking, primarily in the warehouse
• Regular reaching, bending, stooping, kneeling and twisting
• Repetitive motion and substantial movement of the wrists, hands and / or fingers
• Exposure to extreme temperatures dependent on external climate and proximity to dock doors / exits
• Moderate noise level from DC conveyor / sortation system and powered industrial equipment
• Occasional vibration if / when operating powered industrial equipment
• Potential exposure to fumes and airborne particles

Applicants in the U.S. must satisfy federal, state, and local legal requirements of the job.

At The Michaels Companies Inc, our purpose is to fuel the joy of creativity . As the leading creative destination in North America, we operate over 1,300 stores in 49 states and Canada and online at Michaels.com and Michaels.ca. The Michaels Companies, Inc. also owns Artistree, a manufacturer of custom and specialty framing merchandise, and MakerPlace by Michaels, a dedicated handmade goods marketplace. Founded in 1973 and headquartered in Irving, Texas, Michaels is the best place for all things creative. For more information, please visit www.michaels.com

At Michaels, we prioritize the wellbeing of our teams by providing robust benefits for both full-time and part-time Team Members. Our benefits include health insurance (medical, dental, and vision), paid time off, tuition assistance, generous employee discounts, and much more. For more information, visit mikbenefits.com.

Michaels is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are here for all Team Members and all Makers to create, innovate and be better together.

Michaels is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with this commitment, Michaels will assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if a reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the job, and / or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Customer Care at 1-800-642-4235 (1800-MICHAEL).

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