Material Handler II

Crane Worldwide Logistics; Itasca (IL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Crane Worldwide Logistics is seeking a dedicated logistics professional responsible for handling material operations within our warehouse. The role requires a commitment to safety and quality while performing tasks such as loading, unloading, and managing inventory. Applicants should have a high school diploma and be able to obtain forklift certification within 90 days. We offer excellent benefits, including paid time off and medical coverage, to promote a healthy work-life balance.

Benefits

Quarterly Incentive Plan

136 hours of Paid Time Off

Excellent Medical, Dental and Vision benefits

Tuition Reimbursement for job-related education

Employee Recognition and Rewards Program

Paid Volunteer Time

Employee Discounts

Wellness Incentives

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Greater than one year of related experience.
• Forklift certification must be obtained within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Sign off bill of lading and cross check packing list.
• Ensure distribution activities meet internal quality standards.
• Load and unload materials using various warehouse equipment.

Skills

Problem Solving

Time Management

Teamwork

Attention to Detail

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift

Job description

• Sign off bill of lading (BOL), cross check packing list, picking, put away, work on more challenging material handling equipment, cross checking vendor accuracy, checking for damaged cargo during loading, unloading, labeling cargo
• Fills client orders safely, efficiently, and within Crane SOPs.
• Responsible for ensuring that distribution activities are conducted in accordance with internal quality standards while maintaining a safe work environment.
• Reads and follows work orders, and follows instructions to ascertain materials or container loads to be moved
• Only authorized to use the following equipment after successful training: Pallet jack, Rider jack, Standup, Order/Cherry Picker, Turret Truck, Reach Truck, Forklift over 5K
• Not authorized to use heavy lifts
• Loads and unloads materials onto or from pallets, trays, racks, and shelves by hand forklift, or other warehouse equipment.
• Loads materials into vehicles and installs strapping, bracing or padding to prevent shifting or damage in transit
• Counts, weighs, and records number of units of materials moved or handled on daily production sheet
• Attaches identifying tags or labels to materials
• Scans freight via warehouse management system with RF equipment
• Completes required paperwork thoroughly and promptly.
• Performs housekeeping tasks to maintain a safe work environment.
• Accurately and courteously load client merchandise
• Job requires presence on-site at the assigned work location
• Other duties as assigned

Other Skills & Abilities

• Ability to add, subtracts, multiply and divide in all units of measure using whole numbers, fractions and decimals.
• Ability to read, comprehend and complete basic checklists, forms or other related documents.
• Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner.
• Balances team and individual responsibilities.
• Consistently at work and on time.

Physical Requirements

• Job requires the ability to use vision, adjust focus and work on a standard computer screen
• Stand or sit for long periods of time
• Reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch and frequently required to climb or balance
• Regularly lift and/or move 50 pounds by hand
• Job requires presence on-site at the assigned work location

Education & Experience

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Greater than one-year of related experience

Certifications & Licenses

Forklift certification must be obtained within 90 days of hire.

Other professional certification may be required in some areas, as assigned.

MUST COMPLETE PI ASSESSMENT IN ORDER TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THE POSITION:

At Crane, we believe in providing our employees with excellent benefits at a Great Place to Work.

We offer:

• Quarterly Incentive Plan
• 136 hours of Paid Time Off which equals 17 days for the year, that can be used for Sick Time or for Personal Use
• Excellent Medical, Dental and Vision benefits
• Tuition Reimbursement for education related to your job
• Employee Recognition and Rewards Program
• Paid Volunteer Time to support a cause that is close to your heart and contributes to our communities
• Employee Discounts
• Wellness Incentives that can go up to $100 per year for completing challenges, in addition to a discount on contribution rates

Come join the leader in logistics and take your career in the right direction.

Disclaimer:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.

This position requires the final candidate to successfully pass an E-Verify Check.

Company benefits are contingent upon meeting eligibility requirements and plan conditions.

Qualifications

Education

Preferred

High School or better.

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