Material Handler - 1st Shift

Maker's Pride; Carol Stream (IL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a reliable Material Handler to join their dynamic team. In this role, you'll be responsible for safely storing, moving, and handling products in a structured environment, adhering to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP). You'll operate equipment like forklifts and pallet jacks, ensuring efficient inventory management and maintaining a clean workspace. With competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package, this position offers a great opportunity to grow in a supportive and collaborative manufacturing environment. If you're ready to take the next step in your career, this role is for you!

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Holidays

Paid Vacation

Bonus Opportunities

401k Benefits

Wellness Benefits

Qualifications

• Knowledgeable in GMPs or willingness to learn.
• Ability to obtain forklift certification within 90 days.
• Previous Material Handling experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Transport, pack, and dispose of products and materials.
• Operate forklifts and maintain inventory levels.
• Perform housekeeping to maintain a clean work area.

Skills

Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)

Forklift Operation

Math Skills

Communication Skills

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Forklift

Handcarts

Pallet Jacks

Job description

Carol Stream, 720 Center Ave, Carol Stream, Illinois, United States of America Req #5380

Tuesday, May 6, 2025

What We Want to Give You:

We offer a competitive wage and wide array of benefits including:

• health/dental/vision insurance • flex spending accounts • short & long-term disability • paid holidays and vacation • bonus opportunities (referral, production, etc.).

Job Summary:

The Material Handler is responsible for storing, moving, and handling products and materials. Material Handlers work in a structured work environment to minimize safety risks. Material Handlers will need to be reliable and able to work with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP’s) at all times.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Identifies, transports, packs, removes and disposes of products and materials.
  
• Operates forklifts, handcarts, or pallet jacks to pick, replenish, shuttle, and load/unload orders.
  
• Maintain inventory levels as directed.
• Feed lines with product as scheduled or directed by supervision or line leads.
• Ship and receive materials throughout duration of shift.
• Operate all equipment in a safe manner.
• Count, weigh, record numbers of units or materials moved or handled.
• Ensure that product moved is identified and labeled correctly.
• Perform required housekeeping to maintain 5S and keep work areas clean, such as sweeping floors, putting trash into containers, and picking stray product up from the floor.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:

• Must be knowledgeable in GMPs or the willingness to learn.
  
• Ability to obtain forklift certification within 90 days.
• Ability to operate stand-up and extended forklifts.
• Sufficient math skills.
• Must have the ability to understand and follow all safety policies and procedures.
• Ability to read and write in English preferred.

Job Qualifications & Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent is preferred.
  
• Must be 18 years of age.
• Previous Material Handling experience a plus, varies by location.
• This is a manufacturing environment and there will be an exposure to a variety of machines, noise levels, and varying temperatures.
  
• This is a team environment; Material Handlers must be able to work together and communicate in a respectful and professional manner.
• Must be able to work necessary overtime based on staffing needs and customer demand, as well as across shifts.

Physical Requirements:

• Reaching with hands/arms throughout the day.
  
• Ability to lift up to 90lbs assisted and 40lbs unassisted.
• Ability to stand up to 80% of the time scheduled.
• Ability to walk, climb and/or balance throughout shift.

Starting Pay: $19.85/hr., a shift differential is offered for 2nd and 3rd shift opportunities. We offer a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees including health, dental, 401k and wellness benefits beginning on the 90th day of employment.
This information is provided per the relevant state and local pay transparency laws for the location in which this position will be performed. Base pay information is based on market location.

Maker's Pride is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

• Carol Stream, 720 Center Ave, Carol Stream, Illinois, United States of America