Material Handler Forklift Operator

Peerless Industries; Aurora (IL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Aurora, Illinois, is seeking a Material Handler to support warehouse operations by transferring materials and maintaining inventory. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma and relevant experience in a warehouse setting, including forklift operation. The position offers competitive hourly pay and excellent benefits including health coverage and a 401(k) plan.

Benefits

Health benefits including dental and vision

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation

Qualifications

• Two years of forklift and warehouse environment experience preferred.
• Bilingual Spanish/English preferred.
• Must pass material handler competency tests.

Responsibilities

• Transfer materials and maintain inventory in the warehouse.
• Operate forklifts and assist with material deliveries.
• Promote a safe, organized working environment.

Skills

Communication

Forklift operation

Inventory management

Education

High School Degree

Job description

To maintain distribution of products and component parts according to the needs of the department by delivering materials and supplies to and from warehouse inventory locations.

• Qualifications

  Qualifications

  QUALIFICATIONS :

  Education:

  • High School Degree

  Experience:

  • Two years of forklift and warehouse environment experience preferred
  • Preferred bilingual Spanish/English
  • Some computer experience

  Skills/Abilities:

  • Effectively communicate (written/verbal) with personnel from all departments.
  • Must pass material handler competency tests.
  • Must pass Peerless Forklift Training Program.
  • Must be able to work overtime without notice.
  • Must be able to read basic Engineering prints to identify parts for transactions.

  Pay:

  • $18/hour

  Hours:

  • Monday - Thursday
  • 5:00 am - 3:30 pm

  ESSENTIAL RESULTS :

  • Transfer material from fabrication and into ARA OR AWA locations.
  • Maintain inventory by correctly identifying, labeling, and placing materials and supplies in stock. Inventory Identification Tags must be maintained during all transactions.
  • Pulls materials and supplies for work orders, move tickets, material reqs. delivers them to appropriate workstations or other locations.
  • Supports other departments by executing inventory adjustments and physical deliveries.
  • Oversee and maintain warehouse vehicles and equipment by following manufacturer's standards of use and reports damage or mechanical problems to the Maintenance department. Maintains and verifies that all forklift checklists are properly filled out.
  • Maintains/Promotes safe, organized, and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
  • Contributes to team effort with all departments by accomplishing related results as needed
  • Performs regular random audits on MH physical and systematical transactions.
  • Verifies inventory is properly marked and stocked in correct locations.
  • Handles issues with inventory discrepancies
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

  WORKING CONDITIONS:

  • Must be able to work overtime, including weekends as needed.
  • Must be physically capable of standing/bending/stooping/squeezing 8+ hour shift(s)
  • Must be able to lift, carry and/or move up to 30 lbs. without assistance. Anything above 30 lbs. requires a team lift.
  • Must have the ability to push, pull material and equipment as needed.
  • Must be able to wear required safety equipment including glasses, gloves and harnesses.

  Additional Information

  We offer stability, competitive pay, plus outstanding benefits, including Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO health plan with eye and dental care, 401(k) with company match, paid vacation and a friendly, progressive work environment.

  All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.