Material Handler

Beauty Quest Group; Rantoul (IL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off (up to 16 days) and 11/6

401(k) plan

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Job summary

Beauty Quest Group is a leading hair care manufacturer and marketer, producing branded and private label products for salons and retailers. The Material Handler role supports daily production by staging components, supplying packaging materials, and moving finished goods to ensure quality and safe line flow.

In this 1st shift role, you will verify product and packaging numbers, assemble cartons, palletize finished goods, and complete production transactions with accuracy.

Qualifications

• Must lift up to 35 lbs repeatedly.
• Ability to operate hand-jacks and pallets safely.
• Attention to GMP and safety rules in a production environment.

Responsibilities

• Stage and supply the production line with bottles and containers.
• Assemble shippers and maintain supply for packers to ensure uninterrupted production.
• Verify item numbers against production paperwork and confirm release status.

Skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking

Read work instructions

Communication

Physical strength

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift / pallet jack operation

Job description

Beauty Quest Group is a leading integrated manufacturer and marketer of hair care products from branded and private label hair care, color, and styling products to professional salons and specialty retailers.

BQG sells a wide range of hair care products under its own brands, Aquage, RUSK, and One 'n Only, as well as Private Label brands for leading retailers. BQG also provides contract manufacturing services to other leading marketers of hair care and other topical products.

Our amazing team here at Beauty Quest Group is the driving force and foundation of the company. Our thriving culture is based on Creativity, Innovation, Education, and Teamwork.

Beauty Quest Group does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies, or fee-based recruitment services.

Your Role:

The Material Handler supports daily production by staging components, supplying packaging materials, verifying part number/labels, and moving finished goods. This role helps ensure product quality, accurate documentation and safe, efficient line flow in accordance with company policies, safety requirements and GMP's.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Stage and supply the line with bottles/containers; visually inspect for defects (e.g., poor print, holes, damaged containers, incorrect or missing labels).
• Assemble shippers/cartons and maintain an adequate supply for packers to support uninterrupted production.
• Verify product, packaging, and component item numbers against production paperwork; confirm release/quality status before use.
• Pack product to specification, ensuring containers are clean, coded, and within required weight/quality standards.
• Confirm shipper counts are accurate and that container and shipper printing/labeling match.
• Operate/monitor case sealing and line flow to ensure boxes are taped squarely and do not run off or jam at the end of the line.
• Rotate tasks with other operators at designated intervals to support cross-training and ergonomic best practices.
• Palletize finished goods, apply pallet tags/labels, and stretch-wrap product to shipping and storage standards.
• Move finished goods and materials using hand-operated pallet jacks (and powered industrial truck/forklift if trained and authorized).
• Complete required production and inventory transactions (e.g., counts, labels, scans) accurately and on time using provided systems and forms.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

SKILLS, ABILITIES and EDUCATION:

• Ability to repeatedly lift, carry, and stack cartons of finished product up to 35 lbs (with heavier weights assisted per policy).
• Ability to move pallets of finished product with hand-operated pallet jacks; forklift/powered industrial truck experience a plus (or willingness to be trained).
• Basic math and strong attention to detail (counts, weights, codes, labels, and part numbers).
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and maintain pace in a production environment.
• Ability to read and follow work instructions, safety rules, and GMP requirements.
• Teamwork and communication skills; ability to work effectively with operators, quality, and supervision.
• High school diploma or GED preferred; prior manufacturing/packaging/material handling experience preferred.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS / WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Frequent standing, walking, bending, reaching, and repetitive hand/arm motions throughout the shift.
• Frequent lifting/carrying and palletizing up to 35 lbs; occasional lifting may be higher with assistance and/or material handling devices per policy.
• Ability to push/pull loaded pallet jacks and maneuver pallets in production and warehouse areas.
• Visual acuity to read labels/codes and inspect product for defects; ability to distinguish packaging/label variations.

WORK ENVIRONMENT & SCHEDULE

• Work is performed in a manufacturing/packaging environment with moving equipment, noise, and temperature variation. Personal protective equipment may be required (e.g., safety glasses, gloves, hearing protection). Overtime, shift changes, and weekend work may be required based on production needs.

Schedule: 1st Shift

Work Days: Monday – Thursday

Hours: 06:00 AM- 4:30 PM

Why Join Beauty Quest Group?

At Beauty Quest Group, we offer more than just a job — we provide a comprehensive compensation and benefits package designed to support your well-being, both at work and at home.

What We Offer:

• Health & Wellness: Medical, dental, vision, and basic life & AD&D insurance for you and your family.
• Time Off: Enjoy up to 16 days of PTO annually, plus 11 paid holidays.
• Retirement & Savings: Access to a 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Health Savings Accounts (HSA)
• Identity Protection Services
• Legal Assistance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee Discount Program.

COMPENSATION:

The hourly pay for this role is $18.50 per hour.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. This position may be designated as safety-sensitive and may require pre-employment and ongoing drug and/or alcohol testing in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. This job description does not constitute an employment contract and may be modified to meet business needs.