3rd shift Material Handler

Chemtech Plastics, Inc.; Elgin (IL); On-site; USD 27,552 - 28,929; Full time

Job summary

Chemtech Plastics, Inc. is seeking a bilingual Material Handler for the 3rd shift in Elgin, IL. This on-site role requires accurate material verification, updating lot numbers, and maintaining hoppers and grinders to keep production moving.

The ideal candidate has at least one year of experience with materials or machine operation, strong English communication, solid planning skills, and the ability to lift 65 pounds, read the daily schedule, and climb ladders.

Qualifications

• One year of experience with materials or related machine operation training.
• Good command of English with good communication and writing skills.
• Strong planning/organizational abilities.
• Accurate math and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Verify correct material by comparing job order to container markings at press or staging area.
• Accurately update lot numbers on material containers.
• Keep hoppers filled and grinders emptied at all times.
• Keep materials covered to prevent contamination.
• Monitor regrind material and grinder condition; report issues to Foreman.
• Inform Shift Supervisor of material problems or potential problems.
• Ensure correct material and handling equipment is available to run the job efficiently.
• Pass down information about problems or upcoming changes to incoming shift.
• Performs any other duties as assigned.

Skills

Heavy lifting

Production schedule

Ladder climbing

Daily planning

Education

1 year experience

English skills

Planning skills

Math skills

Job description

Bilingual Material Handler

3rd shift

Location: Elgin, IL | On-Site

Duties/Responsibilities

• Verify that the right material is being used by comparing material called for on job order to material marked on container at press, and/or staging area.
• Accurately update lot number on material container at press, or staging area.
• Keep hoppers filled and grinders emptied at all times.
• Keep materials covered at all times to prevent contamination.
• Monitors regrind material and grinder condition at presses and report any problems to Foreman.
• Inform the Shift Supervisor of any material related problems or potential problems as they might occur.
• Conscious of the safety and quality of all equipment, products, and fellow employees.
• Ensure the correct material and proper material handling equipment needed to run the job efficiently at the machine on a continuing basis until the order is complete.
• Keep material information accurately updated at presses.
• Pass down information on any problems or short‑term upcoming changes to on coming.
• Any and all duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities

• Must be able to lift a 65‑lb bag 5 ft. high.
• Ability to understand information posted on Daily Production Schedule.
• Physical ability to safely climb ladders.
• Must be able to interpret, plan, and organize the daily activities set forth.

Education and Experience

• One (1) year previous experience knowing the characteristics of materials being processed, or related training as a machine operator.
• Good command of the English language with good communication and writing skills.
• Good planning/organizational skills.
• Accurate math and documentation skills.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of walking and standing.
• Must be able to lift up to 65 lbs.
• Production plant that is moderately loud; ear protection encouraged, but not required.
• Must be able to access and navigate each department at the organization’s facilities.

Benefits and Compensation

• Full benefit offerings including medical, dental, vision, and voluntary plans.
• $20‑$21 an hour depending on experience.