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Material Handler, Lead

The Lanco Group

Hazel Crest (IL)

On-site

Full time

20 days ago

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Job summary

A leading company seeks a Material Handler Lead responsible for overseeing material flow and leading a team in a warehouse and production environment. Candidates must possess a high school diploma, forklift certification, and previous experience in a lead role. Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits offered, including medical and retirement plans.

Benefits

Paid time off
Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision
401(k) plan

Qualifications

  • Minimum 1 year of experience in a warehouse or production environment.
  • Forklift certification required.
  • Able to lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

  • Lead a team to meet daily objectives in warehouse and production.
  • Ensure continuous material supply to teams.
  • Operate forklifts safely for loading and unloading.

Skills

Organizational skills
Attention to detail
Team leadership

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office
ERP systems

Job description

The Material Handler Lead is responsible for overseeing material flow and ensuring operational efficiency within the production and warehouse environments. This role leads a team of material handlers and supports manufacturing and logistics processes by maintaining inventory accuracy, equipment operation, and timely movement of materials. The Lead will also collect labor and burden data on work orders and ensure safe forklift operations.

Essential Functions

  • Lead a team in the warehouse and production areas to meet daily objectives.
  • Ensure continuous material supply to cleaning teams and production lines.
  • Maintain organization and inventory of leased and finished goods within rack systems.
  • Accurately track serial numbers on ICR (Inventory Control Records), RAM items, and lease quilts.
  • Collect labor and burden information on work orders for reporting and cost tracking.
  • Operate Qliner machine to support production requirements.
  • Safely operate forklifts for loading and unloading trucks and moving materials across the facility.
  • Monitor inventory movement and assist in cycle counting and stock audits.
  • Collaborate with other departments to resolve material shortages or delays.
  • Uphold safety and cleanliness standards in the warehouse and production areas.
  • Train new team members and ensure adherence to standard operating procedures.

Qualifications

  • High school diploma or GED required

  • Minimum 1 years of experience in a warehouse or production environment, with at least 1 year in a lead role.

  • Forklift certification required
  • Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office; familiarity with ERP systems preferred).

  • Ability to read and interpret work orders, shipping documents, and inventory records.

  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work in a fast-paced, physically active environment.

The base pay range for this role is $17.00/hr to $19.00/hr. The final compensation offer may vary based on factors such as experience, education, skills, and location. We offer competitive pay, paid time off, and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and a 401(k) plan.

Lanco is an equal opportunity employer. All employment-related decisions, including but not limited to hiring, compensation, promotion, discipline (including termination), evaluation, training and development opportunities, etc., are made without discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender-related identity, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, military status, protected disability, citizenship, genetic information or any other category protected by applicable law.

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This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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