Material Handler

Gibbs Wire and Steel; Bellwood (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Gibbs Wire and Steel in Bellwood, IL is seeking a dependable team member to operate manufacturing equipment and perform warehouse duties in a fast-paced environment. You will read work orders, use basic measuring tools, assist with loading/unloading, and follow safety policies while aiming to improve processes and efficiency across the plant.

This role requires good communication, strong attendance, willingness to learn lean manufacturing, and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs; overtime may be

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required or preferred.
• Must understand basic math including fractions and decimals; standard/imperial measuring system required; metric knowledge a plus.
• Basic measuring tools (micrometers, calipers, tape measure) must be understood and used.
• Able to read and follow written specifications and verbal instructions.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment safely and effectively for production processing.
• Perform warehouse responsibilities and loading/unloading tasks.
• Inspect equipment periodically and report repairs or issues.
• Follow safety procedures and company policies for operation.
• Suggest process improvements to boost efficiency and safety.
• Complete loading and order-pulling paperwork; use barcoding system.
• Review shipping orders and follow instructions.
• Operate an air compressed bander and read packaging instructions.
• Cross-train to support company goals.

Skills

Basic math skills

Good communication skills

Strong organizational skills

Teamwork

Willing to overtime

Open to lean manufacturing

Capacity to learn

Good attendance

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Micrometers

Digital calipers

Tape measure

Job description

• Operate equipment safely and effectively for production processing.
• Perform warehouse responsibilities
• Perform periodic inspection of their equipment as required and report any need repairs or issues
• Follow safety procedures and company policies for equipment operation.
• Recommend process improvements to enhance operational efficiency and safety.
• Accurately loads and unloads material
• Properly completes loading and order pulling paperwork and utilizes a barcoding system.
• Reviews and follows shipping order instructions and specifications.
• Ability to operate an air compressed bander.
• Ability to read packaging instructions on work orders.
• Expected to be able to handle tasks/cross-train to help the company meet its goals.

Required Education and Experience:

• Education and/or experience – High School degree or equivalent. Prior experience or training in a related field or manufacturing environment preferred.
• Math – Must be able to use and understand simple mathematics, using addition, subtraction, fractions and decimals. Knowledge of the Standard/Imperial measuring system is required and knowledge of the metric system is a plus.
• Understanding and use of basic measuring instruments required; micrometers, digital calipers, tape measure is required.

Knowledge, Skill and Abilities:

• Work from written specifications and verbal instructions
• Basic math skills
• Maintains a good attendance record
• Generally willing to work overtime
• Ability to work effectively with other employees
• Must have good communication skills
• Be open to learn about lean manufacturing
• Strong organizational skills
• The capacity and desire to learn
• The ability to pass both a pre-employment background and drug screening

Working Conditions (Including Physical and Mental Demands):

• Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
• The employee is required to: Stand, walk, use hands and fingers to handle and/or feel, reach with hands and arms, frequently above shoulders, climb steps and/or balance, and walk and/or hear.
• The employee must be able to regularly lift and/or move up to 50 lbs.
• Specific vision abilities include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

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