Chemical Handler

Henkel; Elgin (IL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

PTO & holidays

401k matching

Parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Henkel is seeking a 3rd shift Material Handler in Elgin, IL to support the Adhesive Technologies unit. The role involves reading production schedules, staging materials, and maintaining stock levels while collaborating with team members to ensure smooth operations.

Responsibilities include loading batches, inventory checks, and keeping the workspace efficient. A high school diploma or GED, forklift experience, and strong math/communication skills are required.

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 required.

Responsibilities

• Read and discern production schedule daily; identify product lines by code; complete transaction sheets and pick material from the BPCS pick sheet; do inventory inquiries in BPCS.
• Pre-stage containers and raw materials for upcoming batches from pick list; pre-stage and pick partially filled containers for upcoming batches
• Maintain stock levels of raw materials and containers
• Load and check hot boxes inventories throughout the week, communicate with other Material Handlers to establish coverage.
• 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

PC skills

Math skills

Communication skills

Forklift experience

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

About this Position

At Henkel, you’ll be part of an organization that’s shaping the future through innovation, sustainability and collaboration. With our trusted brands like Persil®, ‘all®, Loctite®, Snuggle®, and Schwarzkopf® and our cutting-edge technologies, you’ll have countless opportunities to explore new paths and grow.

This position is with our Adhesive Technologies business unit – where we empower our people to transform industries and provide our customers with a competitive advantage through adhesives, sealants and functional coatings.

Dare to learn new skills, advance in your career and make an impact at Henkel.

3rd Shift | Monday-Friday 10pm-6:30am + OT as required | $1.75 Shift DIfferential

What You´ll Do

• Read and discern production schedule daily; identify product lines by code; complete transaction sheets and pick material from the BPCS pick sheet; do inventory inquiries in BPCS.
• Pre-stage containers and raw materials for upcoming batches from pick list; pre-stage and pick partially filled containers for upcoming batches
• Maintain stock levels of raw materials and containers
• Load and check hot boxes inventories throughout the week, communicate with other Material Handlers to establish coverage.
• Transport dirty drums and finished goods to designated storage areas
• Draw and load batches with assistance from other Operators
• Maintain an efficient workplace

What makes you a good fit

• 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 required

Some benefits of joining Henkel

• Health Insurance: affordable plans for medical, dental, vision and wellbeing starting on day 1
• Work-Life Balance: Paid time off including sick time, vacation time and holiday time
• Financial: 401k matching, employee share plan with voluntary investment and Henkel matching shares, annual performance bonus, service awards and student loan reimbursement
• Family Support: 12-week gender neutral parental leave (up to 20 weeks for parents giving birth), fertility support, adoption & surrogacy reimbursement, discounted child and elderly care, and scholarships
• Career Growth: skill development programs, promotional opportunities and tuition reimbursement.

The hourly pay range for this role is $22.50. This range reflects the good‑faith minimum and maximum hourly rate the Company reasonably expects to offer for this position at the time of posting. This role is classified as non‑exempt, and employees are eligible for overtime pay in accordance with federal, state, and local laws. In addition to the hourly wage, employees in this position may be eligible for shift differentials, premium pay, bonuses, or other forms of compensation, depending on role and location. The Company also offers a comprehensive benefits package as described above. Actual compensation will depend on factors such as the candidate’s skills, experience, training, certifications, and work location. This job posting is intended to comply with all applicable state and local pay transparency laws.

Henkel does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies. Unsolicited referrals and resumes are considered Henkel property and therefore, Henkel will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited referral.

At Henkel, we come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We believe the uniqueness of all our employees is the power in us. Henkel is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, and other legally protected categories.