Material Handler II - (6:00am-2:30pm) Weld-Fab

G&W Electric Co.

Bolingbrook (IL)

On-site

USD 32,000 - 34,000

Full time

5 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

Short and Long-Term Disability

Life Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

401(k)

Annual Profit Sharing

Vacation

Air-conditioned/heated manufacturing

Health club membership program and Re-

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

G&W Electric Co. in Bolingbrook, IL seeks a Material Handler II to move materials between cells and the central warehouse, verify quantities and part numbers, and record transactions in the business system.

Responsibilities include unloading and storing materials, operating pallet jacks, forklifts and other PIT equipment, performing cycle counts, and supporting manufacturing processes. Qualified candidates will have a High School diploma or GED, forklift certification, read Bills of Materials,

Qualifications

Must be able to safely use pallet jacks, forklifts, stackers and other manual and powered moving equipment.
Must be able to read and interpret Bills of Material
Must have intermediate level computer skills
Has the ability to work effectively and collaboratively with others to support the manufacturing processes
Must be able to provide proof of previous forklift certification. Must be able to demonstrate core competence, operation, and safe working knowledge of a sit-down and a stand-up PIT (Power Industrial Truck).
Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license.
Holds a High School diploma, GED or combination of work experience and skill development required
Has 1-3 years experience working in a manufacturing environment ideally
Has previous warehouse or manufacturing experience ideally
Must be able to operate powered lift equipment such as forklifts and stackers and pass written and practical evaluations
Has 3-5 years PIT (Power Industrial Truck) or Forklift

Responsibilities

Unload, move and store a variety of materials, parts or products. Conduct Bin Maintenance as needed
Unload incoming materials, check identification for quantities and part number, report shortages or damaged material, move to storage areas
Move materials between cells, following routing, delivery tickets or orders
Fill orders from storage areas and warehouse stock and deliver to designated cells
Operate hand truck and powered lift trucks to move materials and stack loaded pallets
Load outgoing trucks using hand truck or operating lift truck
Accurately perform inventory transactions using the G&W business system
Perform cycle counts as requested
Maintain safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations
Conserve resources by using equipment and supplies as needed to accomplish job results
Contribute to team effort by training others in performance of material handler tasks as needed
Inspect all work prior to passing it on to the next operation
Document actions by completing production and quality forms as needed
Must be able to move, unload, and put-away a variety of materials with a PIT (Power Industrial Truck). Will be responsible for unloading trailers, picking from a rack and bin system, and put-away from a rack and bin system.

Skills

Forklift operation

Pallet jack usage

Bills of Materials reading

Computer skills

Team collaboration

Forklift certification

Driver's license

Education

High School diploma / GED

Tools

PIT equipment

Job description

Material Handler II

In this job you will move materials between cells/departments and the central warehouse, check identification for quantities and part number, and perform inventory transactions in the business system.

As a Material Handler II You Will

Unload, move and store a variety of materials, parts or products. Conduct Bin Maintenance as needed
Unload incoming materials, check identification for quantities and part number, report shortages or damaged material, move to storage areas
Move materials between cells, following routing, delivery tickets or orders
Fill orders from storage areas and warehouse stock and deliver to designated cells
Operate hand truck and powered lift trucks to move materials and stack loaded pallets
Load outgoing trucks using hand truck or operating lift truck
Accurately perform inventory transactions using the G&W business system
Perform cycle counts as requested
Maintain safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations
Conserve resources by using equipment and supplies as needed to accomplish job results
Contribute to team effort by training others in performance of material handler tasks as needed
Inspect all work prior to passing it on to the next operation
Document actions by completing production and quality forms as needed
Must be able to move, unload, and put-away a variety of materials with a PIT (Power Industrial Truck). Will be responsible for unloading trailers, picking from a rack and bin system, and put-away from a rack and bin system.

We Are Looking For Someone Who

Must be able to safely use pallet jacks, forklifts, stackers and other manual and powered moving equipment
Must be able to read and interpret Bills of Material
Must have intermediate level computer skills
Has the ability to work effectively and collaboratively with others to support the manufacturing processes
Must be able to provide proof of previous forklift certification. Must be able to demonstrate core competence, operation, and safe working knowledge of a sit-down and a stand-up PIT (Power Industrial Truck).
Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license.
Holds a High School diploma, GED or combination of work experience and skill development required
Has 1-3 years experience working in a manufacturing environment ideally
Has previous warehouse or manufacturing experience ideally
Must be able to operate powered lift equipment such as forklifts and stackers and pass written and practical evaluations
Has 3-5 years PIT (Power Industrial Truck) or Forklift

The Physical Demands Of The Job Are

Work is classified as Medium - Heavy Physical Demand Level (PDL) by the US Dept of Labor's Dictionary of Occupational Titles
Frequencies - Occasional (1-33%); Frequent (34-66%); Continuous (67-100%)
Lifting Demands:
- Lift up to 75 pounds on an occasional basis floor to waist with assistance
- Lift up to 40 pounds on a frequent basis floor to waist
- Carry up to 40 pounds on an occasional basis up to 25 feet
- Push/Pull up to 40 pounds on a frequent basis
- Push/Pull more than 40 pounds on an occasional basis with assistance
Postural Demands:
- Standing – continuous
- Walking – continuous
- Bending/stooping – frequent
- Squatting/kneeling – frequent
- Lifting – frequent
Miscellaneous Demands:
- Griping, manipulation, fingering –continuous
- Variable hand/power tool use – frequent
- Two-person tasks using assistive devices for lifting, pulling and pushing including engine stands hand trucks, pallet jacks, and hoists

What We Offer You

Pay Range is typically between $23.75 to 25.00 per hour.

Please note the pay information shown above is a general guideline. Pay is based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications.

G&W Electric Offers a Comprehensive Benefits Package That Includes

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
Short and Long-Term Disability
Life Insurance
Health club membership program and reimbursement
Employee Assistance Program
Tuition Reimbursement
401 (k)
Annual Profit Sharing
Vacation
Air-conditioned/heated state-of-the-art manufacturing facility

About G&W Electric

Innovating since 1905, G&W Electric has grown into a global leader in engineered electrical power grid solutions. Working with us means joining a worldwide team of passionate manufacturing professionals striving to continually improve the technologies the world depends on to deliver safe, reliable electricity. Our culture is focused on employee success, so we foster an entrepreneurial environment that encourages everyone to thrive.

Learn more about our company by watching this video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DMtAhsdYeUQ

G&W Electric enjoys a long reputation for product quality, innovation and world-class customer service to the power industry. We have established this reputation by believing that our greatest asset is our employees. We owe our success to the initiative and talents of highly skilled individuals within our team-based organization. Our goal is to set the standard for customer satisfaction by ensuring a superior level of service, performance and innovation. As a global organization and industry leader, we are committed to cultivating an engaging work environment that embraces our core values and develops our talent. Our continuous focus on growth and innovation means that you become part of a company that provides challenging opportunities, rewards excellence and combines your individual expertise to achieve a higher level of shared success. As part of our organization, you also help power the world!

G&W Electric is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employees and applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law. G&W Electric participates in the E-Verify process for all new hires.