Forklift Driver/Material Handler I

TOPPAN Packaging Americas; Franklin Park (IL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) retirement plan with company

Paid time off and holidays

Company-paid insurance plans including

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

TOPPAN Packaging Americas is seeking a Material Handler to support the Thermoforming department by moving raw materials, work-in-progress and finished goods. You will help maintain safety, organization, and quality while keeping production flowing.

Responsibilities include loading/unloading, operating forklifts and material-handling equipment, inspecting materials, and coordinating with team members to meet production needs. Open to any shift with a second-shift premium available.

Qualifications

• Ability to load/unload materials and move products safely.
• Comfort with standing for extended periods and lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload incoming and outgoing materials and products
• Perform roll splice operations
• Change and empty Gaylords and transport them to staging areas
• Inspect regrind material for contamination and ensure proper labeling
• Drain cyclones and socks to prevent material backup
• Stage rolls into roll carts and maintain proper material flow
• Operate forklifts, tugs, and pallet jacks safely
• Demonstrate knowledge of raw material types and handling procedures
• Follow all plant safety rules and guidelines
• Work closely with team members to meet production demands
• Perform additional duties as assigned by leadership

Skills

Material handling

Forklift operation

Team communication

Safety awareness

Job description

Position:

Material Handler

Location:

Franklin Park, IL

Pay Rate:

$22.82/hour

Shift:

Open to any shift

Preferred Shift Hours:

• 2nd Shift: 2:00 PM - 10:00 PM (+$0.75/hr)

Summary Description

The Material Handler I is responsible for the movement and flow of raw materials, work-in-progress, and finished goods within the Thermoforming department. This role plays a key part in keeping production running efficiently while maintaining a strong focus on safety, organization, and quality.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Load and unload incoming and outgoing materials and products


• Perform roll splice operations


• Change and empty Gaylords and transport them to staging areas


• Inspect regrind material for contamination and ensure proper labeling


• Drain cyclones and socks to prevent material backup


• Stage rolls into roll carts and maintain proper material flow


• Operate forklifts, tugs, and pallet jacks safely


• Demonstrate knowledge of raw material types and handling procedures


• Follow all plant safety rules and guidelines


• Work closely with team members to meet production demands


• Perform additional duties as assigned by leadership

We’d Love to Hear From You If

• You can sit or stand for extended periods (up to 8 hours)


• You can lift up to 50 lbs as needed


• You are comfortable working in a manufacturing environment with varying temperatures


• You have or are willing to wear steel-toe footwear


• You have experience in manufacturing (food, paper, plastic, or metal preferred)


• You have forklift experience in a manufacturing setting (2-3 years preferred)


• You have strong communication skills and work well in a team environment


• You are reliable and able to work overtime or weekends as needed

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents, including FSA and HSA options


• 401(k) retirement plan with company match


• Employee Assistance Program and wellbeing resources


• Paid time off and holidays


• Company-paid and voluntary insurance plans including life, accident, and disability coverage


• Tuition reimbursement

Equal Opportunity Employer

TOPPAN Packaging Americas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran or military status, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

We are committed to providing a workplace where everyone feels respected, valued, and able to contribute to their fullest potential. Reasonable accommodations are available throughout the application and employment processes. If you require assistance or accommodation due to a disability, please contact us.