Material Handler & Inventory Specialist (Forklift Certified)

Federal Signal Corporation; Streator (IL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus potential

Life, medical, dental, vision ins.

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

401(k) with matching contributions

Tuition reimbursement

Smoke-free, drug-free workplace

Job summary

Federal Signal Corporation’s Vactor Mfg. Inc. in Streator, IL is seeking a warehouse associate to prepare and maintain inventory records and operate material handling equipment, including forklift and power saw.

The role involves maintaining accurate computerized inventory records and following hazardous waste handling procedures. Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent, basic math, clerical and computer skills, and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Qualifications

• Basic math and data entry skills are required.
• Some clerical and computer skills are required.
• Forklift certification or commitment to become certified is required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain inventory records.
• Operate power lift/forklift, power saw, and other material handling equipment.
• Stock, pick, pack, and receive items into and out of stores inventory.
• Maintain accuracy of computerized inventory records.
• Some overtime may be required.
• Maintain a safe, clean workplace.
• Complete Hazardous Waste Management Training (C&P area).
• Know which materials are hazardous waste.
• Add or remove hazardous waste into accumulation containers or tanks.
• Transfer hazardous waste to or from accumulation points.
• Respond to spills, fires or explosions of hazardous waste (notify management).
• Sign hazardous waste manifests if authorized by management.
• Inspect hazardous waste accumulation areas.
• Operate at central accumulation points.
• Conduct tasks involving occupational exposure to hazardous waste.
• Proper labeling, storage and handling of hazardous waste.

Skills

Basic math

Data entry

Clerical skills

Forklift certification

Lifting 50 lbs

Cross training

Computer skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Federal Signal Corporation’s Vactor Mfg. Inc. in Streator, IL is seeking a warehouse associate to prepare and maintain inventory records and operate material handling equipment, including forklift and power saw.

The role involves maintaining accurate computerized inventory records and following hazardous waste handling procedures. Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent, basic math, clerical and computer skills, and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs.