Material Handler: Forklift Operator (1st Shift)

Wieland Group; Carol Stream (IL); On-site; USD 45,926 - 52,886; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, &

401(k) contribution with company match

Paid vacation and holidays

Growth opportunities across more than

Wellness programs and HSA employer

Job summary

Wieland Group in Carol Stream, IL is hiring a Material Handler to support production through packaging, handling, and transport of material on‑site. The role reports to the foreman and involves operating forklifts, staging inventory, and assisting machine operators.

Starting pay is $22.08 per hour with a Monday–Friday 6:00 am–2:30 pm shift and weekly pay. This position requires at least one year of manufacturing experience and a safety‑driven mindset.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year similar experience within a manufacturing environment.
• Experience operating sit‑down and stand‑up forklifts preferred.
• Competency in the use of banders is a plus.
• Ability to read and understand customer specifications, posted notices, and QA alerts.
• Commitment to the established values and culture of Wieland.
• Full compliance with all company policies and procedures (safety, attendance, dress code, etc.).

Responsibilities

• Perform all tasks safely and identify hazards in the production environment.
• Be familiar with and adhere to all Job Safety Analyses (JSAs).
• Uphold any and all standards set forth by the management team.
• Carry out machine‑specific or situational duties as assigned by the foreman.
• Operate both Stand‑Up (4K Capacity) and Sit‑Down (8K+ Capacity) forklifts safely.
• Unload trucks with incoming material.
• Put away newly tagged inventory and restocked material in the correct locations.
• Tip and deliver stock to machines as requested.
• Deliver production‑related items where needed (e.g., spacers, scrap boxes, skids).
• Tare skids for use.
• Respond to appropriate lights on machines in a timely manner.
• Package material in accordance with customer specifications as well as QA alerts or posted best practices.
• Assist the operator with any tasks they require.

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety awareness

Reading specs

QA compliance

Tools

Banders

Job description

Wieland Group in Carol Stream, IL is hiring a Material Handler to support production through packaging, handling, and transport of material on‑site. The role reports to the foreman and involves operating forklifts, staging inventory, and assisting machine operators.

Starting pay is $22.08 per hour with a Monday–Friday 6:00 am–2:30 pm shift and weekly pay. This position requires at least one year of manufacturing experience and a safety‑driven mindset.