2nd Shift Material Handler - NBK

Bell Flavors & Fragrances; Northbrook (IL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Benefits package

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Bell Flavors & Fragrances in Northbrook, IL is seeking a Material Handler to support our Manufacturing team. This role moves raw materials, maintains inventory accuracy, and ensures materials are available for compounding and production activities.

Schedule is Monday–Friday, 2:00 PM–10:30 PM with overtime as needed. Responsibilities include receiving, transferring, replenishing materials, and assisting with batch processing and QA submissions.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Three months of related experience preferred or equivalent training.
• Ability to read English instructions and use ERP/WMS systems.

Responsibilities

• Retrieve raw materials from the warehouse and deliver to the production area.
• Transfer materials between warehouse and production using ERP and scanners.
• Maintain inventory accuracy and follow FEFO practices.
• Support batch processing, sampling, and quality control submissions.
• Operate forklifts and handheld scanners; keep work area safe and organized.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Safety awareness

English literacy

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

ERP systems

Warehouse management system

Forklift

Job description

Bell Flavors & Fragrances is seeking a Material Handler to join our Manufacturing team in Northbrook, IL. This position plays an important role in supporting production by moving raw materials, maintaining inventory accuracy, and ensuring materials are available for compounding and related production activities.

Schedule: Monday-Friday 2:00 PM - 10:30 PM, overtime as needed.

Key Responsibilities

• Retrieve raw materials from the warehouse and deliver them to the compounding area based on production needs.
• Accurately transfer materials between warehouse and production locations using ERP systems and handheld barcode scanners.
• Return raw materials to warehouse locations after use and help maintain inventory accuracy.
• Follow FEFO inventory practices and support cycle counting activities.
• Replenish materials, solutions, PG, and ethanol alcohol totes used in production.
• Assist with batch processing, resampling, and submitting materials to Quality Control as needed.
• Pull samples for raw materials and finished goods evaluations.
• Operate material handling equipment, including forklifts and handheld barcode scanners.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment.
• Follow all company safety policies, GMPs, SOPs, and food safety requirements.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Three months of related experience and/or training preferred, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Previous warehouse, logistics, or manufacturing experience preferred.
• Forklift or material handling equipment experience preferred.
• Ability to read and understand English instructions, labels, safety information, reports, and training materials.
• Ability to use computers and warehouse management systems.
• Must be able to understand and follow SOPs, SSOPs, GMPs, and job-specific work instructions.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout the shift.
• Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to push, pull, twist, climb step ladders, and perform repetitive material handling tasks.
• Comfortable working around moving mechanical parts and chemicals.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, overtime, and weekends as needed.

What We're Looking For

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to stay organized while managing multiple tasks.
• Team-oriented mindset with the ability to work independently when needed.
• Strong communication skills.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and compliance.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive pay range $23 + Shift premium
• Benefit package for the regular full-time employees
• Growth opportunity experience

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