Material Handler

QPS Employment Group; Elk Grove Village (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

QPS Employment Group is seeking a Material Handler in Elk Grove Village, IL. The role supports production by maintaining clean, organized, and well-stocked workspaces in a fast-paced, safety-focused environment.

Responsibilities include equipment and material handling, chemical refills, and cleaning tasks to keep printing operations running smoothly. This hands-on position offers growth in a manufacturing setting with strong safety practices.

Qualifications

• Must be able to lift and handle materials safely.
• Strong attention to detail and safety compliance.
• Capable of working independently and in a fast-paced team.
• Experience with industrial cleaning and maintenance preferred.

Responsibilities

• Change all cardboard to support uninterrupted printing.
• Check and refill chemicals to ensure machine functionality.
• Empty rag barrel and maintain supply of clean rags.
• Refill water bucket for cleaning tasks.
• Wipe presses and benches; keep catwalks tidy.
• Clean and store tools after use for safety.
• Sweep floors regularly to maintain a debris-free space.
• Assist the Pressman with daily production needs.

Skills

Material handling safely

Attention to detail

Independent and team work

Industrial cleaning & maintenance

Job description

Position Title: Material Handler

Wage: $18.75 - $21.75/hour

Shift: 12 Hour Days or Night Hours: 7:00am - 7:00pm or 7:00pm - 7:00am (3-3-4-4 Schedule)

Join our dynamic team in Elk Grove Village, IL as a Material Handler, ensuring seamless production by maintaining clean, organized, and well-stocked workspaces. Your attention to detail and proactive maintenance keep our printing operations running smoothly, offering a hands-on role in a fast-paced, safety-focused environment where your efforts make a real impact.

Material Handler Responsibilities

• Change all cardboard, excluding flipper cardboard and under the units, to facilitate uninterrupted printing
• Check and refill chemicals such as roller wash, MRC, LPC, and other required solutions to ensure proper machine functionality
• Empty the rag barrel and maintain an adequate supply of clean rags for ongoing use
• Refill the water bucket with fresh, clean water to support cleaning and maintenance tasks
• Wipe down presses, benches, and quickly clean catwalks to keep work areas tidy
• Clean and properly store all tools after use, ensuring equipment safety and organization
• Clean and sweep floors regularly to maintain a debris-free workspace
• Assist with other duties and tasks assigned by the Pressman to support daily production needs

Requirements for Material Handler

• Ability to lift and handle materials and supplies safely and efficiently
• Strong attention to detail and adherence to safety protocols
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment
• Experience with industrial cleaning and maintenance is preferred but not mandatory

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