2nd Shift Materials Handler — Forklift & Inventory

Henkel; Elgin (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Work-Life Balance

401k matching

Family Support

Career Growth

Job summary

Henkel is hiring for a 2nd shift Material Handler in Illinois to support production with daily material flow and inventory control. Responsibilities include reading schedules, staging materials, and maintaining stock levels while coordinating with the team.

The role requires forklift experience and strong math and PC skills. The position emphasizes safety, teamwork, and efficiency, with overtime as needed and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Material handling experience in a manufacturing environment.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Inventory control skills / experience.
• PC experience, good math and communication skills.
• At least one year of forklift driving experience.

Responsibilities

• Read production schedule; identify product lines and pick material.
• Pre-stage containers and raw materials for upcoming batches.
• Maintain stock levels of raw materials and containers.
• Load and check hot boxes inventories; coordinate with other Material Handlers.
• Transport dirty drums and finished goods to designated storage areas.
• Draw and load batches with assistance from other Operators.
• Maintain an efficient workplace.

Skills

Material handling

Inventory control

Forklift driving

Communication skills

Mathematics

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Henkel is hiring for a 2nd shift Material Handler in Illinois to support production with daily material flow and inventory control. Responsibilities include reading schedules, staging materials, and maintaining stock levels while coordinating with the team.

The role requires forklift experience and strong math and PC skills. The position emphasizes safety, teamwork, and efficiency, with overtime as needed and a comprehensive benefits package.