Material Handler

Advatix LATAM; Romeoville (IL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Archway is seeking a Material Handler in Romeoville, IL to move, locate, and store materials using a forklift or powered equipment. The role requires a team player with warehouse/manufacturing experience and current forklift certification or the ability to certify within 30 days.

Responsibilities include accurate picking and packing for shipment, updating the Warehouse Management System, and assisting with courier coordination while maintaining a clean, safe work area and adhering to safety

Qualifications

• Must have forklift certification or ability to certify within 30 days.
• Good reading and comprehension of written/verbal instructions.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to follow procedures.

Responsibilities

• Move, locate, and store materials using a forklift or powered equipment.
• Accurately pick and pack items for shipment and prepare for loading.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area and follow safety checklists.
• Update Warehouse Management System with transactions and paperwork.
• Assist with contacting freight couriers to schedule pickups and deliveries.

Skills

Forklift certification

Attention to detail

Team player

Read instructions

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Role Summary

We are seeking a Material Handler to join their rapidly growing team. The Material Handler is responsible for accurately moving, locating, and storing materials using a forklift or other powered equipment. The ideal candidate is a team player and has previous warehouse/manufacturing experience.

Key Results Areas

• Safe & efficient operation of all the power-operated equipment that requires certification


• Accurately pick and pack items for shipment, potentially with a forklift


• Complete required paperwork and project time-tracking documentation


• Ensure all items not needed short term are restocked according to established procedures


• Assist with contacting freight couriers to schedule pick-ups and deliveries


• Label and prepare items for shipment and load and unload trucks as needed


• Update the Warehouse Management system with transactions


• Perform daily safety checklist and standard battery charging procedures


• Assist team members in meeting and exceeding customer expectations


• Update supervisor and team lead on issues or concerns


• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area

Skills & Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED or three years of relevant warehouse experience required


• Previous warehouse or manufacturing experience is required


• Current forklift certification or the ability to become certified within 30 days required


• Must be able to read and understand written and verbal instructions


• Strong attention to detail


• Able to lift up to 40 pounds alone and greater weights in a team-lift environment


• Capable of lifting, carrying, bending, stretching, and standing for long periods


• Able to climb ladders as needed

Archway is committed to building a diverse workforce by attracting, developing, and retaining employees. We believe that by having a diverse workforce, we will employ the best talent and leverage unique skills and perspectives.