Material Handler

TalentMovers; Pontiac (IL); On-site; USD 20,664; Full time

Job summary

A staffing agency is seeking a Press Material Handler in Pontiac, IL. This entry-level role involves supporting production operations by moving and staging materials in a pressroom. The position offers opportunities for advancement after converting to full-time. Key tasks include loading and unloading materials, assisting operators, and maintaining a clean work area. Reliable and detail-oriented individuals who can perform physical work are encouraged to apply. Pay rate starts at $15.00/hour with fixed shifts.

Qualifications

• Entry-level role; prior manufacturing, warehouse, or industrial experience preferred.
• Ability to perform physical work, including standing, repetitive motion, and moderate lifting.
• Comfortable working in an industrial / pressroom environment.

Responsibilities

• Load, unload, and transport paper and materials within the pressroom and bindery areas.
• Supply presses and bindery machines with required materials.
• Assist press and bindery operators during production runs.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.

Skills

Physical work capability

Team-oriented

Detail-focused

Job description

🧩 Job Description

Position: Press Material Handler / Bindery Material Handler
Department: Pressroom
Location: Pontiac, IL
Pay Rate: $15.00/hour
Employment Type: Temp-to-Hire
Shifts: 1st, 2nd, or 3rd shift (fixed schedule, no rotation)
Start Date: Late January / First week of February (Mondays only)

📋 Position Overview

The Press Material Handler / Bindery Material Handler supports daily production operations in the pressroom by moving, loading, and staging materials required for printing and bindery processes. This is an entry-level, hands‑on role in an industrial manufacturing environment with opportunities for long-term growth after conversion to full‑time.

🔧 Key Responsibilities

• Load, unload, and transport paper and materials within the pressroom and bindery areas
• Supply presses and bindery machines with required materials
• Assist press and bindery operators during production runs
• Perform repetitive manual tasks while standing for extended periods
• Maintain a clean and organized work area
• Follow all safety procedures and company policies

✅ Requirements

• Entry-level role; prior manufacturing, warehouse, or industrial experience preferred
• Ability to perform physical work, including standing, repetitive motion, and moderate lifting
• Comfortable working in an industrial / pressroom environment
• Reliable, team‑oriented, and detail-focused
• No advanced education required