2nd shift - Material Handler/Forklift Operator

QPS Employment Group; Columbia (IL); Presencial; USD 21.000 - 30.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

QPS Employment Group is seeking a reliable Material Handler/Forklift Operator in Columbia, IL to transport raw materials, packaging supplies, and finished goods within the facility. The role supports production lines on the 2nd shift, 4:00pm-2:30am with potential overtime.

Forklift operation and safety compliance are essential. Responsibilities include moving materials, inspecting loads, and maintaining inventory accuracy using warehouse systems.

Formación

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Forklift certification preferred; ability to obtain certification on hire.
• Experience operating forklifts in manufacturing, chemical, or warehouse settings preferred.
• Experience with inventory control, RF scanners, and warehouse systems is a plus.

Responsabilidades

• Operate sit-down and/or stand-up forklifts to move materials throughout the facility.
• Deliver raw materials, packaging supplies, and production components to lines as needed.
• Move finished goods to warehouse or staging areas and inspect loads for accuracy.
• Load/unload shipments and verify quantities; perform daily safety checks.
• Maintain inventory accuracy and stage materials for production schedules.
• Follow OSHA and GMP safety policies and keep a clean, organized workspace.
• Support production, packaging, and warehouse teams to meet goals.
• Report safety concerns and inventory discrepancies promptly.

Descripción del empleo

Position Title: Material Handler/Forklift Operator

Wage: $18.75 per hour

Shift: 2nd

Hours: 4:00pm-2:30am (Mon-Thus with potential OT Fri)

Location: Columbia, IL

QPS Employment Group is seeking a reliable and safety-focused Material Handler/Forklift Operator to support production operations at a company in Columbia, IL by transporting raw materials, packaging supplies, and finished goods throughout the facility.

Responsibilities

• Operate sit-down and/or stand-up forklifts safely and efficiently to move materials throughout the facility.
• Deliver raw materials, chemicals, packaging supplies, and production components to manufacturing lines as needed.
• Remove finished products from production lines and transport them to designated warehouse or staging areas.
• Load and unload inbound and outbound shipments while verifying quantities and product accuracy.
• Conduct routine forklift inspections and complete daily safety checklists.
• Maintain inventory accuracy by scanning, labeling, and documenting material movements using warehouse or inventory management systems.
• Stage materials for production schedules and ensure production lines remain properly supplied.
• Assist with cycle counts, inventory audits, and warehouse organization.
• Follow all OSHA regulations, company safety policies, and chemical handling procedures.
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment in accordance with 5S and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) standards where applicable.
• Support production, packaging, and warehouse teams as needed to meet operational goals.
• Report damaged products, equipment issues, inventory discrepancies, and safety concerns to management promptly.
• Assist with general warehouse and production-related duties during downtime.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Previous forklift operating experience in a manufacturing, chemical, warehouse, or production environment preferred.
• Forklift certification preferred; ability to obtain certification upon hire.
• Experience with inventory control, RF scanners, and warehouse management systems is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to workplace safety.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Basic math and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds repeatedly throughout the shift.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, push, and pull for extended periods.
• Ability to work in a production and warehouse environment with exposure to varying temperatures, noise, dust, and chemical products.
• Ability to safely operate forklifts and material handling equipment throughout the entire shift.
• Experience supporting manufacturing or chemical production operations preferred.
• Knowledge of hazardous material handling procedures preferred.
• Experience loading and unloading trailers preferred.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills preferred.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and productivity standards.

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