2nd Shift Warehouse Operator

castlemetals; Des Plaines (IL); On-site; USD 28,929 - 31,684; Full time

Job summary

castlemetals in Des Plaines, Illinois is looking for a Warehouse Associate to handle loading and unloading of materials efficiently. This role involves using powered equipment and requires adherence to safety protocols while performing various material movement tasks.

The ideal candidate will have basic measurement and math competencies, preferably with a high school diploma and some warehouse experience. We offer competitive compensation ranging from $21 to $23/hour, plus shift differentials.

Qualifications

• Basic measurement and math competency necessary for the role.
• Experience in a warehouse setting and familiarity with equipment.
• Strong work ethic required for performance.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload trucks efficiently.
• Use power equipment to move material.
• Ensure orders are filled accurately.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.

Skills

Basic measurement competency

Basic math competency

Knowledge of warehouse procedures

Strong work ethic

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift Certified

Overhead crane Certified

PC literacy

Job description

Hours

1:30pm - 10pm

Compensation

$21 - $23/hr + $1 shift differential - Incentive eligible

Primary Responsibilities

• Loads and unloads trucks in an efficient manner.
• Performs a variety of material movement tasks for order filling, receiving, and loading.
• Safely uses assigned power equipment to move material and meet order requirements (crown truck, Raymond side-loader, overhead crane, fork lift, etc.).
• Follows customer requirements to select, fill and package orders.
• Attaches bundle tag to material being shipped and stages for shipment.
• Relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job.
• Works under immediate supervision.
• Notices and reports defects and/or excessive wear and tear of equipment; may perform set‑up and preventative maintenance of equipment.
• Maintains a clean and safe work environment.

Physical Demands / Working Conditions

• Stooping, standing, and manual dexterity.
• Light lifting (occasional 25 lbs or less).
• Heavy lifting (frequent 25 lbs+).
• Assigned safety equipment must be worn at all times (hard hat, safety shoes with metatarsal, safety glasses with side shields, gloves, arm guards).
• Frequent exposure to mechanical moving parts.

Minimum Qualifications

• Basic measurement competency.
• Basic math competency.
• Knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures within a warehouse environment.
• Strong work ethic.

Preferred Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• One year of work experience.
• One year of equipment experience.
• PC literacy.
• Certified in assigned equipment (forklift, Raymond side-loader, overhead crane, etc.).

Equal Opportunity Employer

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