Material Handler & Forklift Operator — 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. 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