Material Handler - 1st Shift

omgcareers; Addison (IL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental + Vision

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness membership reimbursement

On-site fitness programs

Paid holidays

Employee events

Job summary

OMG Inc. is seeking a Material Handler to join our Illinois operations. You will read work orders, load/unload materials, and safely move items across warehouses using pallets and forklifts, while maintaining a clean, organized workspace.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma, understands safety rules and basic math, and can operate a warehouse management system. Forklift certification and teamwork are strongly preferred for this hands-on role supporting our manufacturing teams.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating instructions, procedure manuals, and work orders.
• Good written and verbal communication, and basic math skills.
• Basic PC skills and ability to utilize a warehouse management system preferred.
• Forklift certified and experience operating a fork truck safely in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to contribute as part of a team.
• Positive attitude, good judgment, and excellent time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Promote Safety as the Number One priority of all OMG employees.
• Read work orders or follow verbal instructions to ascertain material or containers to be moved.
• Properly load and unload material onto or from pallets, trays, racks, and shelves.
• Safely convey material from storage or worksites to designated areas.
• Count, weigh, and/or record units of material.
• Remove and store excess materials and scrap as instructed.
• Maintain a neat and well-organized work area.
• Perform other tasks as assigned.

Skills

Reading & interpreting docs

Written & verbal communication

Basic math

Forklift certified

Teamwork

Basic PC skills

Warehouse management system experience

Time management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Warehouse management system

Job description

Material Handler

OMG Inc. is a leading manufacturer of fastening products and technologies for the commercial roofing and construction industries worldwide. Headquartered in western Massachusetts, OMG is an equal opportunity employer prioritizing the safety of our employees and customers. The company values integrity, teamwork, diversity, trust, respect, commitment, and a passion for excellence. OMG is a global company operating manufacturing facilities in Massachusetts, Illinois, and Minnesota.

Position Overview

OMG currently operates in two Divisions: OMG Roofing Products and FastenMaster. OMG Roofing Products is a leading global manufacturer and supplier of value-added components for the commercial roofing industry. The FastenMaster Division manufactures and markets innovative, premium quality wood-to-wood fasteners that are engineered to enable professional contractors to complete building projects safer, faster, and easier.

Position Responsibilities

• Promote Safety as the Number One priority of all OMG employees.
• Read work orders or follow verbal instructions to ascertain material or containers to be moved.
• Properly load and unload material onto or from pallets, trays, racks, and shelves.
• Safely convey material from storage or worksites to designated areas.
• Count, weigh, and/or record units of material.
• Remove and store excess materials and scrap as instructed.
• Maintain a neat and well-organized work area.
• Perform other tasks as assigned.

Position Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating instructions, procedure manuals, and work orders.
• Good written and verbal communication, and basic math skills.
• Ability to perform simple mathematical equations, using a basic calculator and scales.
• Basic PC skills and ability to utilize a warehouse management system preferred.
• Forklift certified and experience operating a fork truck safely in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to contribute as part of a team.
• Positive attitude, good judgment, and excellent time management skills.
• Positive can-do attitude.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work in high-noise areas and wear appropriate hearing protection devices.
• Ability to mount/dismount forklift utilizing three points of contact (two hands and one foot).
• Manual material handling involving the need to grip, squeeze, and pinch.
• The position requires the ability to regularly stand for long periods of time.
• Ability to walk, stand, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, use hands to handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance; and regularly lift/push/pull/carry up to 50

Must be able to complete all essential job functions listed in the position responsibilities, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Benefits

• Robust Safety Team to prioritize your safety
• Diversity,Equity & Inclusion Councilpromotes an inclusive environment where all employees feel valued, respected, and heard.
• Medical, Dental, Vision coverage
• Life Insurance, Short Term and Long Term Disability, etc.
• 401(k) and Roth IRA options, with company match, after 30 days
• Paid Holidays – no waiting period
• Multiple Bonus Opportunities, such as referrals and new hires
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Wellness MembershipReimbursement
• On Site Yoga, Massage& Fitness Training
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• Employee Recognition Programs
• Summer BBQ’s, Transparent Communication, Health & Wellness Challenges, and many otherEmployee Events
• Financial WellnessProgram
• Raffles, OMG gear, prizes… and more!