Material Handler - 2nd Shift

SMS Staffing; North Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 20,457 - 29,136; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Job summary

SMS Staffing in North Chicago is hiring a Material Handler for a temporary-to-hire position. The role requires safe handling and operation of materials, including hazardous items. Candidates must have at least 2 years of forklift experience and be capable of lifting 50 lbs frequently. Responsibilities include maintaining safety protocols, operating forklift equipment, and ensuring a clean work environment. This position offers weekly pay and works Monday through Friday on the second shift.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of forklift experience required.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs frequently.
• Basic math, writing, and reading skills are necessary.

Responsibilities

• Handle and store hazardous and non-hazardous materials safely.
• Operate forklift and other equipment as necessary.
• Maintain safety by adhering to training.

Skills

Forklift operation

Basic math skills

Reading and writing skills

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, Reach Truck, 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:

• Maintains 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 50 lbs frequently during the shift.