Material Handler - 2nd Shift

smsstaffing; North Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 2,046,000 - 2,914,000; Full time

Job summary

SMS Staffing Inc. in North Chicago, IL is hiring a Material Handler for the 2nd shift. Starting pay is $18.00/hr, with 40 hours per week and weekly pay.

The role focuses on safe handling of hazardous and non-hazardous chemicals, and requires forklift operation plus accuracy in inventory tasks. The position is a temp-to-hire opportunity with basic math skills and at least 2 years of forklift experience. Candidates must be able to lift 50 lbs and stand/walk for long periods; PPE and training

Qualifications

• Basic Math, writing, and reading skills are required.
• Must have at least 2 years of forklift experience.
• Minimally lift at least 50 lbs frequently during the shift.
• Able to stand and walk for long periods of time.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the safe handling, storing, labeling, and loading/unloading of materials.
• Maintain the integrity of materials stored in the warehouse.
• Pull chemicals and components in accordance with special instructions on Picking Lists.
• Store materials in various racks, shelves, and floor locations.
• Operate Forklift and/or Power Pallet Jack.
• May need to operate drum dollies and manual pallet jacks.
• Safely loading, unloading, and transporting hazardous and non-hazardous chemicals.
• Safely complete tasks and duties as trained.
• Complete cycle counts as requested and participate in full physical inventories as scheduled.

Skills

Basic Math

Forklift experience

Stand/walk long periods

Tools

Forklift

Power Pallet Jack

Job description

SMS Staffing Inc. is Hiring Immediately for Material Handlers!

Job Title: Material Handler

Job Location: North Chicago, IL

Job Type: Temp to Hire

Pay: Starting at $18.00/hr.

Shift Structure: 2nd Shift

Monday-Thursday 2:00 pm-10:30 pm & Friday 11 am-7:30 pm

8-HOUR SHIFT, 40 HOURS PER WEEK, WEEKLY PAY!!

About the Material Handler Role:

The job requires the ability to make safe decisions in the moving and handling of hazardous and non-hazardous chemicals. This position involves safety-sensitive functions.

General Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the safe handling, storing, labeling, and loading/unloading of materials.
• Maintain the integrity of materials stored in the warehouse.
• Pull chemicals and components in accordance with special instructions on Picking Lists.
• Store materials in various racks, shelves, and floor locations.
• Operate Forklift and/or Power Pallet Jack.
• May need to operate drum dollies and manual pallet jacks.
• Safely loading, unloading, and transporting hazardous and non-hazardous chemicals.
• Safely complete tasks and duties as trained.
• Complete cycle counts as requested and participate in full physical inventories as scheduled.
• Neatly and accurately complete all necessary paperwork applicable to the task.
• Report any safety issues, incidents, and/or safety violations immediately to Management.
• Wear appropriate PPE, as required.

Other Duties:

• Maintain a clean and safe working environment.
• Must complete all machine training offered by the company appropriate to the job function.
• Execution of activities as assigned.
• Responsibilities involving food safety, when required.

Qualifications:

• Basic Math, writing, and reading skills are required.
• Must have at least 2 years of forklift experience.
• Minimally lift at least 50 lbs frequently during the shift.
• Able to stand and walk for long periods of time.

Come join the SMS team!

It takes more than top-notch facilities, modern equipment, and innovative technologies to become our customers’ most trusted supplier. It takes people who are committed to our customers’ success and who are willing to go the extra mile to get the job done right.

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