Material Handler-High Pay - Joliet-Hiring Now! (W17)

RJW Logistics Group; Joliet (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Attendance bonus

Referral bonus

Hiring bonus

Step increases

Forklift premiums

Reach truck premium

Job summary

RJW Logistics Group is hiring for a warehouse role in Joliet to load/unload trucks, pick orders, and keep the warehouse organized. You will operate forklifts and other warehouse equipment to move goods safely and efficiently.

The position offers shift variety with attendance and referral bonuses, plus a company-backed employee ownership program that shares long-term success with the team.

Qualifications

• Experience operating forklifts and warehouse equipment.
• Ability to perform physical labor and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Willingness to follow safety procedures and guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload trucks using proper procedures.
• Pick orders from warehouse inventory as directed.
• Coordinate with dispatch and sales to resolve discrepancies.
• Maintain orderly warehouse and good housekeeping.
• Operate forklifts and cherry pickers as required.

Skills

Forklift operation

Material handling

Order picking

Tools

Stand-up Reach Forklift

Cherry Picker

Sit-down Forklift

Job description

• Attendance Incentive - Up to $2400 bonus for good attendance. (Refer to Policy for Rules and Details)
• Referral Bonus - Up to $500 per referral (Refer to Policy for Rules and Details)
• Hiring Bonus - Up to $1000 (Refer to Policy for Rules and Details)
• Step increase program- Pay will increase by $.50 after 90 days and again after 180 days (Material Handlers Only)
• Certified/qualified Forklift/Walkie Rider/Cherry Picker drivers will receive an additional $0.50 p.hr
• Certified/qualified Reach Truck drivers will receive an additional $1.00 p.hr

• Attendance Incentive - Up to $2400 bonus for good attendance. (Refer to Policy for Rules and Details)
• Referral Bonus - Up to $500 per referral (Refer to Policy for Rules and Details)
• Hiring Bonus - Up to $1000 (Refer to Policy for Rules and Details)
• Step increase program- Pay will increase by $.50 after 90 days and again after 180 days (Material Handlers Only)
• Certified/qualified Forklift/Walkie Rider/Cherry Picker drivers will receive an additional $0.50 p.hr
• Certified/qualified Reach Truck drivers will receive an additional $1.00 p.hr

Schedules

1st Shift Monday - Friday; 7:00AM - 3:30PM $20 p/h A-Shift Sunday - Wednesday 5am - 3:30pm $20 p/h B-Shift Wednesday - Saturday 5am - 3:30pm $20 p/h + $1 C1-Shift SUN/MON/WED/THUR 5am - 3:30pm $20 p/h + $1 C2-Shift MON/TUE/FRI/SAT 5am - 3:30pm $20 p/h + $1 D- Shift Tuesday - Friday 4pm to 2:30am $21 p/h + $1 E-Shift Sunday - Wednesday 4pm to 2:30am $22 p/h + $1

RJW Logistics Group is HIRING!

OUR PEOPLE ARE OUR FUTURE. THAT’S WHY THEY COME FIRST.

RJW is dedicated to hiring and developing talent who want to make an impact and be a part of an industry-leading organization. At RJW, we are committed to our employees’ success and to producing continuous innovation that drives the retail logistics industry forward.

Empower Your Future with Our Employee Ownership Program

We Are Thrilled To Announce The Launch Of Our Employee Ownership Program - an Exciting Opportunity Designed To Empower, Motivate, And Reward Our Dedicated Team Members. At RJW, We Believe That Our Employees Are The Heartbeat Of Our Success, And We Want To Share That Success With You. Here’s What You Can Look Forward To

• Ownership Stake: Become a co-owner of the company and take pride in knowing that your hard work directly contributes to your own financial growth and the company's prosperity.
• Financial Rewards: Enjoy the potential for increased earnings through share appreciation.
• Sense of Belonging: Feel a deeper connection and commitment to your work as you become an integral part of the company's journey and success story.
• Community and Collaboration: Join a community of like-minded individuals who are equally invested in the company's mission and vision, fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment.
• Cost: Maybe the best detail about this program is that it cost nothing to you. As long as you are employed with RJW, you will enjoy the benefits of the program. Additionally, shares will be given to you on a yearly basis based on salary.

Our Employee Ownership Program is more than just a benefit - it's a path to building a brighter, more prosperous future together. Join us in taking this exciting step forward and become a valued co-owner of RJW. Together, we can achieve greatness.

Job Purpose:

To perform loading / unloading of RJW trucks and outside carriers. Ensure all shipments are properly stored in the warehouse. Pick orders from warehouse inventory as directed by customer.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Loading / unloading truck / trailers safely and efficiently using proper procedures, including outside carrier equipment.
• Picking and moving from 1 lb to 50 lbs or more multiple times.
• Ensure all documentation is properly completed.
• Coordinate with dispatch and sales to resolve any discrepancies.
• Proper storing of all inbound loads in the correct warehouse location.
• Ensure all shipments are properly marked before storing / picking.
• Maintain warehouse area with orderly stacking and good housekeeping.
• Spotting of trailers to maintain efficient yard organization and flow of equipment into warehouse.
• Coordinate paperwork with drivers after normal dispatch operations are finished for the day.
• General maintenance of are surrounding warehouse.
• Ensure trailers are swept clean of any debris when empty.
• Ensure all shipments are correctly staged and loaded properly.
• Process outbound freight cross-dock freight as necessary.
• Ability to operate Stand-up Reach Forklifts, Cherry Pickers, and some sit-down forklift work.
• Follow all safety