Forklift / Material Handler

Precision Resource, Inc.; Vernon Hills (IL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Precision Resource, Inc. is seeking Forklift / Material Handlers for their manufacturing division in Vernon Hills, IL. The role involves operating forklifts, managing material movements, and maintaining safety standards within a collaborative culture. Benefits include a competitive hourly wage, a 4-day work week, and opportunities for growth in a smaller company environment.

Benefits

Temperature-controlled, clean environment

Generous PTO supporting work-life balance

401k match with full vesting

Referral bonus opportunities

Opportunities for learning and tuition reimbursement

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year of experience in safe forklift driving.
• Ability to lift/move 45 pounds safely.
• Basic computer data entry skills.

Responsibilities

• Operate sit-down and stand-up forklifts safely and proficiently.
• Load and unload trailers with forklifts or pallet jacks.
• Maintain reliable and punctual attendance.

Skills

Reliability

Forklift operation

Basic math skills

Attentiveness

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Precision Resource seeks Forklift / Material Handlers to join our well-established Vernon Hills, IL manufacturing division. We are a small to medium-sized division of a solid, privately held, global company that manufactures high volumes of metal parts for automotive, aerospace, hardware, and other industries. Our quality and safety are driven through our ISO 14001, QMS, and IATF registered processes.

Benefits include:

• Temperature-controlled, clean environment
• 4-day work week, Mon-Thur, with some overtime availability
• Various shifts available, including early start and late start
• Referral bonus opportunities
• Generous PTO supporting work-life balance
• Opportunities to learn multiple areas of the operation and tuition reimbursement
• Competitive compensation package, low benefit premiums, 401k match with full vesting, annual bonus potential
• Collaborative culture with skilled operators, engineers, and managers
• Approachable, positive leadership across departments
• Smaller company culture with the benefits of being part of a larger organization

Essential Duties:

• Operate sit-down and stand-up forklifts safely and proficiently
• Supply and remove large coils, pallets, parts, and machine tools to/from workstations
• Read and accurately update material movement records manually and via computer
• Weigh, record, and empty scrap containers, then deliver to outside scrap hoppers
• Load and unload trailers safely with forklifts or pallet jacks
• Label and stage materials in racks according to priorities, using overhead hoist
• Maintain cleanliness and housekeeping
• Assist in inventory as scheduled
• Maintain reliable and punctual attendance
• Achieve productivity goals, starting at $18-$22 hourly with potential for annual increases and bonuses

Qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalent; ability to read, write, communicate in English; bilingual preferred but not required; basic math skills
• Minimum of one year of safe forklift driving experience, including loading/unloading trucks
• Experience in manufacturing or warehouse environment preferred
• Ability to lift/move up to 45 pounds safely
• Basic computer data entry skills
• Reliable attendance, positive attitude, attentive