Material Handler - 1st Shift (Standup Forklift)

Federal Signal; Elgin (IL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a dedicated Material Handler to join their team. This role involves essential duties such as loading and unloading trucks, performing cycle counts, and maintaining inventory accuracy using specialized software. The ideal candidate will possess a high school diploma, forklift certification, and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs. With a commitment to safety and a neat work environment, you'll be part of a team that values excellence and offers numerous career growth opportunities. Join a company that prioritizes employee well-being with a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance and a 401(k) plan.

Benefits

Annual bonus potential

Life insurance

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

401(k) with matching contributions

Tuition reimbursement

Smoke-free workplace

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required; must pass Fork Lift Certification.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs and perform outdoor work as needed.

Responsibilities

• Load/unload trucks and document transactions as per procedures.
• Perform cycle counts and maintain a neat work area.

Skills

Basic computer operating skills

Data entry skills

Forklift operation

Problem-solving

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Shipping software

Job description

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Load/Unload trucks and document transaction in accordance with established procedures.
• Perform cycle counts in accordance with established procedures.
• Pull orders/components and deliver to appropriate areas.
• Empty chip and scrap buckets into correct receptacle.
• Perform forklift audit and preventative maintenance.
• Move material to appropriate areas throughout the plant and document in accordance with established procedures.
• Assist welder/operators with lifting and moving materials.
• Support area with damage free skids and pans.
• Investigate and resolve identified problems with orders.
• Use appropriate software system to verify status of inventory.
• Maintain a neat and orderly work area complying with all 5S initiatives.
• Must be able to perform work duties on occasion, outdoors as needed.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.
• Follow and comply with all safety and personal protective equipment requirements.

Position Requirements:

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Be able to lift a maximum of 50 lbs.
• Must be able to pass Fork Lift Certification process.
• Possess basic computer operating and data entry skills with knowledge of shipping software.

Anticipated Wage Range: $19.30 - $25.40 per hour

Benefits of Employment:

In addition to excellent career growth opportunities, Federal Signal Corporation offers a wide array of benefits including: annual bonus potential, insurance (life, medical, dental, vision), paid holidays, paid vacation, 401(k) with matching contributions and tuition reimbursement. We provide our employees with a smoke-free, drug-free workplace.

About Us:

Sold and serviced through a network of more than 100 dealer locations worldwide, Elgin Sweeper products are the sweepers of choice for a variety of general street maintenance, special industrial and airport applications. With more than 100 years of experience, Elgin Sweeper offers municipalities, contractors and industries the most sweeper options in the country, using the latest sweeping technologies—mechanical, pure vacuum, regenerative air, alternative fuel and waterless dust control. Elgin Sweeper is a subsidiary of Federal Signal Corporation’s Environmental Solutions Group.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

The Company is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will not be discriminated against on the basis of, and will receive consideration for employment without regard to, race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category, characteristic, or trait under applicable law. If you require reasonable accommodation in the application process, contact Human Resources at [e-mail]. All other applications must be submitted online.