Material Handler

Augment; Mount Vernon (IL); On-site; USD 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision

401(k)

Paid uniforms

Education benefits

$0.50/hour pay increase

Job summary

Augment in Mount Vernon, IL seeks dependable Material Handlers to support a customer facility with forklift operation, manual labor, and recycling processes in a fast-paced industrial setting.

This temp-to-hire role offers conversion to full-time within 60–90 days based on performance, with benefits including health, dental, vision, 401(k), paid uniforms, education benefits, and a $0.50/hour pay increase.

Qualifications

• Steel-toe boots, gloves, high-visibility vest, and safety glasses are required.
• Valid state ID and ability to lift 25–50 lbs regularly.
• Must be 18+ and legally authorized to work in the U.S.
• High school diploma or GED within 90 days preferred or obtainable

Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts (training/certification provided onsite).
• Load and unload materials, including tires, into trailers and dumpsters.
• Sort, handle, and bale recyclable materials.
• Move materials manually and with equipment.
• Maintain accurate documentation of work performed.
• Follow safety procedures and supervisor direction.

Skills

Forklift operation

Manual labor

Rotating shifts

Education

High school diploma or GED (or ability to obtain within 90 days)

Tools

Forklift training onsite

Job description

Job Details

• Location: Mount Vernon, IL 62864
• Location: 11525 Illinois Highway 142, Mt. Vernon, IL
• Education Level: None
• Salary Range: $17.50 - $17.50 Hourly
• Travel Percentage: None
• Job Category: General LaborerMaterial Handler (Day Shift) – Temp to Hire
• Shift: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM (12-hour shifts)
• Schedule: Pitman Schedule (rotating days, every other weekend off)

Position Overview

We are seeking dependable Material Handlers to support operations at a customer facility (not a landfill). This role involves a mix of forklift operation, manual labor, and recycling processes in a fast-paced industrial environment.

This is a temp-to-hire opportunity, with the potential to convert to a full-time Waste Management employee within 60–90 days based on performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts (training and certification provided onsite)
• Load and unload materials, including tires, into trailers and dumpsters
• Sort, handle, and bale recyclable materials
• Move materials manually and with equipment
• Maintain accurate documentation of work performed
• Follow all safety procedures and supervisor direction
• Work closely with project managers and site personnel

Requirements

• Must have:
  • Steel-toe boots (required)
  • Gloves
  • High-visibility vest
  • Safety glasses
• Valid state ID
• Ability to lift 25–50 lbs regularly
• Comfortable working in a dirty, industrial environment
• Ability to work 12-hour shifts on a rotating schedule
• Must be 18+ and legally authorized to work in the U.S.

Qualifications (Preferred)

• Previous forklift experience (not required — training provided)
• High school diploma or GED (or ability to obtain within 90 days)
• Strong work ethic and ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Schedule Details (Pitman Schedule)

• Week 1: Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday
• Week 2: Sunday, Wednesday, Thursday
• Every other weekend off

Work Environment

Industrial setting at a tire manufacturing facility

Exposure to heat, cold, dirt, noise, and odors

Physical, hands-on work throughout the shift

Conversion Opportunity

Potential to convert to full-time employee (FTE) after 60–90 days

• Health, dental, vision
• 401(k)
• Paid uniforms
• Education benefits
• +$0.50/hour pay increase

Onboarding Requirements

• Background check (Cisive)
• Drug screening (Cisive)
• Process may take 1–2 weeks

This is a great opportunity for someone looking to get their foot in the door with a long-term employer.