Material Handler - 2nd shift

Carlisle; Elk Grove Village (IL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Health benefits from Day 1

401k matching

11 paid holidays per year

Vacation & sick days

Parental leave

Job summary

Carlisle Architectural Metals (CAM) in Elk Grove Village, IL is seeking a Material Handler/Forklift Operator. The role supports production by moving materials, organizing the warehouse, and supplying raw materials to lines. 40-hour weeks with occasional overtime; no travel; onsite at 1005 Tonne Road, Elk Grove Village, IL 60007.

Hourly rate listed as $25.64 with a $1,500 sign-on bonus paid in installments. Benefits include medical/dental/vision from day one, 401k with match, paid holidays,

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Must be at least 18 years of age or older.
• Prior experience in a manufacturing setting.

Responsibilities

• Perform pre-shift forklift inspections.
• Record preventative maintenance activities and key metrics; perform calculations as needed.
• Safely operate a propane sit-down forklift to move materials and products within the plant.
• Visually inspect materials for defects and segregate defective items.
• Perform housekeeping and keep production areas clean and organized.
• Collaborate with production and shipping teams to follow standard processes and improve operations.
• Support recycling/scrap areas and assist other plant areas as needed.
• Assist other forklift operators when required; perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Motivation & work ethic

Forklift experience

Safety awareness

Communication

Time management

Math & calculations

Measuring devices

Team player

Learn new equipment

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Propane sit-down forklift

Calculator

Measuring devices

Hand tools

Job description

Hourly

Job Description

Job Summary

Material Handlers support production at Carlisle Architectural Metals (CAM) facilities with the movement of materials and products, including taking part in warehouse organizing and finished goods inspection, taking product off the production line and putting it away in designated locations in the warehouse, and providing raw materials to production lines. Forklift Operators may also fill in for other jobs in the facility as business needs dictate. Standard work week 40 hours a week with occasional overtime, no travel required.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform pre-shift forklift inspections on forklift.
• Record preventative maintenance activities, quality inspection data, equipment downtime, production output and other key metrics, performing mathematical calculations as needed.
• Safely operate a propane sit-down forklift to move raw materials or finished products throughout the manufacturing floor, which includes, but is not limited to, keeping production line clear and running and keeping product and raw materials properly stored.
• Visually inspect material for quality defects. Segregate defective products and notify supervisor.
• Fill dumpsters from production floor; Housekeeping of plant (inside and out).
• Work as a team with production and shipping team to follow all facility Standard Works/processes and improve operations.
• Support the recycling/scrap area, when needed, and help to keep it organized.
• Fill in on other areas of the plant as required.
• Assists other forklift operators as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Highly motivated with a good, sound work ethic.
• Prior experience operating a propane sit-down forklift or other mobile equipment (Powered Industrial Trucks).
• Must demonstrate safe working practices and possess great attention to detail.
• Ability to follow CCM’s policies, procedures, and processes.
• Good communication, organization, and time management skills.
• Basic computer, mathematics, and problem-solving skills; ability to use a calculator.
• Ability to use measuring devices (gauges, tapes, rulers).
• Team player able to follow instructions from both management and peers.
• Ability to learn and operate new equipment.

Education and Experience

• Required:
• High School Diploma or GED is Preferred
• Must be at least 18 years of age or older.
• Prior experience in a manufacturing setting

Working Conditions

• Fast paced manufacturing environment where workers are exposed to both ambient/outside temperatures and dust; working with mechanical parts and pinch points; exposure to increased noise levels.
• Hours worked: 8-10 hours/shift, varies on shift schedule and business volume.
• Flexible to the possibility of overtime and weekend hours when required.
• Heavy, stationary machinery on the manufacturing floor.
• Radio, Calculator, Measuring Devices
• Hand tools

Physical Requirements

OCCASIONALLY

FREQUENTLY

CONTINUOUSLY

(0-30%)

(31-60%)

(61-100%)

LIFTING OR CARRYING

X

X

X

X

X

PUSHING OR PULLING:

X

X

X

BENDING OR STOOPING

X

REACHING ABOVE SHOULDER LEVEL

X

DRIVING AUTOMATIC EQUIP. VEHICLES

X

OPERATE MACHINERY OR POWER TOOLS

X

CLIMBING (LADDERS, STAIRS, ETC.)

X

WALKING

X

STANDING

X

SITTING

X

WORKING IN EXTREME TEMPERATURES

X

REPETITIVE MOTION INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO: WRISTS, HANDS AND/OR FINGERS)

X

VISION

X

HEARING

X

DEXTERITY

X

HAND EYE COORDINATION

X

Transparency Notice, with all applicants for this position. As a company that values growth and development, we offernumerouscareer opportunities across various departments, ensuring you have the support and resources to advance your career.

Please take a moment to review the details below.If you have any questions, need more information, or want to explore potential career paths within Carlisle, we encourage you to bring them up during your discussions with our Talent Acquisition and Human Resources teams.

--This role is performed onsite at our facilitylocatedat 1005 Tonne Road, Elk Grove Village, IL 60007

As a Material Handler, you will be entitled to the following:

• An Hourly Rate of $25.64
• A sign on bonus of $1,500 that will be paid in three increments:
• $500 paid approximately 90 days following hire date
• $500 paid approximately 180 days following hire date
• $500 paid approximately 270 days following hire date
• Benefits Include:
• Medical/Dental/Vision Coverage Beginning Day 1 of Employment
• Health Savings Account
• 401k Contribution with Company Match
• 11 Company Paid Holidays Per Calendar Year
• Vacation Days: The total number of days granteddepends on youryears of professional experience. The first year of employment is prorated based on the month of hire.
• Confirmyourallotmenteligibilitywith Talent Acquisition or HR.
• Sick Days: All Carlisle Employees are granted at least 5 sick days per calendar year.
• Confirm with Talent AcquisitionorHRthe allotment or accrualbased on your locality.
• Two weeks Paid Parental Leave at 100% base compensation, upon approval.
• Short-Term &Long-Term Disability Benefits,100% Employer Funded
• Tuition Reimbursement is available after 6 months offull-time employment,coveringup to100%oftuitionwhich includes18 credit hours,thecosts,andeligibleassociated fees per calendar year.
• Fora full view of our entire benefits package, please visit www.carlislebenefits.com
• Theanticipated closing date for receiving applications is October 30, 2026.

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