Material Handler

Mondi Group; Romeoville (IL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Ins.

401K with company match

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Mondi Group in Romeoville, IL, seeks a hands-on Material Handler/Forklift operator to move materials within a busy packaging and paper facility. Responsibilities include loading, unloading, and stocking materials in line with production schedules and safety requirements.

You will perform forklift inspections, stock and transport materials, and assist with shipping while maintaining a strong focus on quality and efficiency. Typical shifts are 8–10 hours with overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• 18 years or older
• 1–5 years of Material Handling experience
• 1–5 years of Clamp/Stand Up Reach Forklift experience
• Shifts are 8–10 hours
• Ability to work overtime as needed
• Disciplined, dependable and resourceful
• Good stress management

Responsibilities

• Inspect forklifts prior to use and report repairs.
• Stock materials (Printer, Tuber, Bottomers) per production schedule.
• Return unused rolls to warehouse stock, minimum twice weekly.
• Move materials for the slitter as needed daily.
• Obtain weights and tags for narrow reels and return to warehouse.
• Unload and receive shipments for warehouse/ink department materials.
• Consume preprint patches on schedule (Mon/Wed/Fri).
• Load outbound shipments from materials warehouse.

Skills

Material Handling

Forklift operation

Reliability

Work ethic

Stressor management

Job description

Your Mission

• Forklift inspections prior to use. Any repairs required are to be reported to the Supervisor or Manager.
• Stock Printer, Tuber, and Bottomers with all raw materials required for production per the published schedule. All small (butt) rolls and aged material to be stocked at machines first
• Return unused small (butt) rolls to warehouse stock. Minimum twice weekly
• Movement of all materials used by the slitter. Daily as required
• Obtain weight and tags for narrow reels not being used at the Bottomers and return to the warehouse. Minimum once a week
• Unload and receive shipment of all materials inventoried in warehouse or ink department.
• Consume preprint patches to the orders. Monday, Wednesday and Friday
• Load all outgoing shipments from the materials warehouse. (scrap containers, empty ink drums, empty totes, Coating Excellence).
• Perform monthly inventories of paper, poly, narrow reels, poly, narrow reels, polylok and preprint.
• Overtime or weekends will be required when needed and notified by management.
• Perform other duties as assigned (i.e., trains new hires when asked, assists in shipping when deemed necessary by management, garbage emptied, and floors swept daily before every shift and any other task or assignment within the scope of the business).

Your Profile

• Must be 18 Years of age or older
• 1-5 years of Material Handling experience preferred.
• 1-5 Years of Clamp/Stand Up Reach Forklift experience required.
• Work Schedules are normally 8-10 hours.
• Must be able to work overtime as needed.
• Disciplined, dependable and resourceful.
• High level of composure and good stress management.

We Offer

• Competitive Pay ($19.50 per hr)
• Comprehensive Benefits package including full Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance.
• Robust 401K Retirement Savings, fully vested and company match.
• An interesting job within the packaging & paper industry.
• Opportunities for personal growth.

Benefits: Company retirement; Company sport benefits; Discount for employees possible; Events for employees; Health benefits; Parking; Workplace accomodations

Get in touch

We strive to create a culture that inspires our people to reach their full potential. Going the extra mile – for colleagues and customers – our people drive our passion for performance and are the key ingredient of Mondi’s success. Be part of our future. Should you need further information, please contact Leticia Filecia via email.

Do you want to know more about Mondi? We are a global leader in packaging and paper, contributing to a better world through innovative solutions that are sustainable by design. Our global team of 24,000 people works across 100 production sites in more than 30 countries.

Our strength lies in our diversity. We are dedicated to creating a team that reflects the diversity of the world we operate in. We encourage applications from traditionally underrepresented groups, including women, visible minorities, LGBTQI+ individuals, and people with disabilities. Even if you don't meet all the listed qualifications, we still want to hear from you. We believe in your potential and are committed to supporting you as you grow and learn at Mondi. If you need any accommodations during the recruitment process, please reach out to the contact person listed above.