2nd Shift Material Handler: Forklift Pro & Growth Path

S&C Electric Company; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

S&C Electric Company is hiring a Material Handler to move materials using a standup forklift and to support manufacturing operations in a fast-paced setting. You will track quantities via trigger cards, use Oracle ERP, and complete forklift certification as part of growth within the role.

The position requires a High School Diploma or GED and at least 1 year of material-handling experience in manufacturing.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED.
• 1+ years of demonstrated experience in a material handling or related role within a manufacturing environment.
• 1+ years of driving a standup forklift and with a safe driving record.
• Ability to operate an electric forklift for indoor and outdoor use.
• Good attention to detail, with the ability to determine accurate order quantities consistently.
• Ability to work independently and meet requirements of assigned materials requests.
• Good communication skills (written and verbal) with the ability to articulate information efficiently and effectively to team members in a variety of production support departments.
• Basic computer skills with the ability to review and respond to requests via internal applications.
• Basic math skills with the ability to calculate quantities and weights.
• Good interpersonal and organizational skills with the ability to understand and complete requests given by team member inside and outside of the department.
• Ability to use hand tools, power tools, and precision measuring instruments such as scales and calipers.
• Ability and willingness to follow Health Safety & Environment procedures accurately, reporting concerns promptly to the safety action team.
• Proficient in using MS Office products, including Outlook, Word, and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Use a Standup Forklift to deliver materials to dedicated drop-off locations within the manufacturing facility.
• Utilize trigger cards and internal applications to identify where new materials are needed, ensuring accuracy in quantities and proper procedures are followed.
• Complete S&C Forklift certification program, including any required testing and certification hours needed to pass the program.
• Review job orders and part drawings to accurately determine which parts and materials are needed for specific jobs and areas.
• Utilize Oracle ERP to determine part quantities, locations, and receiving history.
• Meet department targets and consistently adhere to quality and safety standards.
• Understand and comply with all applicable Company policies and rules.
• Work with departmental mentors to gain and apply feedback in pursuit of improved work quality.
• Other responsibilities as assigned.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Independent work

Basic math

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Standup forklift

Oracle ERP

MS Office

Job description

S&C Electric Company is hiring a Material Handler to move materials using a standup forklift and to support manufacturing operations in a fast-paced setting. You will track quantities via trigger cards, use Oracle ERP, and complete forklift certification as part of growth within the role.

The position requires a High School Diploma or GED and at least 1 year of material-handling experience in manufacturing.