Material Handler

Peerless-AV; Aurora (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Peerless-AV is seeking a Material Handler to maintain distribution of products and components by delivering materials to and from warehouse locations. The role requires forklift experience, basic reading of engineering prints, and careful inventory control.

Bilingual Spanish/English is preferred, with regular overtime and safety responsibilities. Experience in warehouse environments, ability to lift up to 30 lbs, and working across departments to move parts will be expected.

Qualifications

• High School Degree or equivalent is required.
• Two years of forklift and warehouse experience preferred.
• Ability to drive/operate sit-down, stand-up, and cherry picker.
• Bilingual in Spanish/English is preferred.
• Knowledge of computer usage and basic scanning.

Responsibilities

• Transfer material between warehouse locations and inventory.
• Pull and deliver parts to workstations; record movements with tools.
• Maintain inventory accuracy and proper labeling.
• Support departments by delivering parts as needed.
• Follow safety procedures and keep the area clean and organized.
• Read basic engineering prints to identify parts for transactions.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Reading prints

Bilingual (Spanish/English)

Computer usage

Education

High School Degree

Tools

Forklift operations

Inventory scanners

Job description

Company Description

Peerless-AV® is a leading designer and manufacturer of award-winning audio solutions for over 75 years. Our AV solutions range from interactive kiosks, outdoor displays, video wall mounts and more. You may not know Peerless-AV® by name, but you have likely seen our products in malls, amusement parks, hotels, sport stadiums and/or different restaurant drive-thru.

• We are leading the industry by providing our customers with standard-setting product quality, service and value.
• We strive to create a fun work environment throughout the year, not just during the holiday seasons. Employees look forward to our company parties with raffles, contests, lunch and laughs.

Company Description

Peerless-AV® is a leading designer and manufacturer of award-winning audio solutions for over 75 years. Our AV solutions range from interactive kiosks, outdoor displays, video wall mounts and more. You may not know Peerless-AV® by name, but you have likely seen our products in malls, amusement parks, hotels, sport stadiums and/or different restaurant drive-thru.

• We are leading the industry by providing our customers with standard-setting product quality, service and value.
• We strive to create a fun work environment throughout the year, not just during the holiday seasons. Employees look forward to our company parties with raffles, contests, lunch and laughs.

Job Description

To maintain distribution of products and component parts according to the needs of the department by delivering materials and supplies to and from warehouse inventory locations.

Qualifications

Education:

• High School Degree

Experience:

• Two years of forklift and warehouse environment experience preferred
• Must be able to drive/operate
  • Sit-down
  • Stand-up
  • Cherry Picker
• Bilingual in Spanish/English is preferred
• Knowledge of computer usage

Skills/Abilities:

• Effectively communicate (written/verbal) with personnel from all departments.
• Must pass material handler competency tests.
• Must pass Peerless Forklift physical and written test.
• Must be able to work overtime without notice.
• Must be able to read basic Engineering prints to identify parts for transactions.
• Must lift up to 30 lbs. Anything over 30 lbs. requires a team lift.

Hours:

• 5:00 am – 1:30 pm

ESSENTIAL RESULTS

• Transfer material from and into warehouse locations.
• Retrieve unused or excess supplies and equipment and return/reenter them to inventory.
• Maintain inventory by correctly identifying, labeling, and placing materials and supplies in stock. Inventory Identification Tags must be maintained during all transactions.
• Pulls materials and supplies listed on scanner, work orders, move tickets, material reqs. and delivers them to appropriate workstations or other locations. Document movements with bar code scanner, MRP, or shop order tracker.
• Supports other departments by picking and delivering parts to their respective areas/departments.
• Maintains physical condition of warehouse by inspecting facility during daily routine, reporting problems to the material handler lead.
• Maintains warehouse vehicles and equipment by following manufacturer's standards of use and reports damage or mechanical problems to the Maintenance department. Fills out daily forklift checklist.
• Maintains safe, organized, and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
• Verifies inventory is properly marked and stocked in correct locations. Notifies Inventory Control if errors are recognized.
• Must meet daily order pick measurements specified on the Training Checklist
• Performed “other duties” as assigned.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Must be able to work overtime, including weekends (when applicable)
• Must be physically capable of standing/bending /stooping/griping 8+ hour shift(s)
• Must be able to lift, carry and/or move up to 30 lbs. on a regular basis without assistance. Anything higher than 30 lbs. requires a team lift.
• Must be able to work in non-climate, non-dust-controlled areas
• Must be able to wear required safety equipment: shoes, glasses, harness, etc.

Additional Information

We offer stability, competitive pay, plus outstanding benefits, including Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO health plan with eye and dental care, 401(k) with company match, paid vacation and a friendly, progressive work environment.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.