Material Handler Lead - All Shifts (Joliet)

RJW Logistics Group

Joliet (IL)

On-site

USD 30,000 - 36,000

Full time

14 days+

Application generator

An application made for this job — a tailored resume and cover letter that speak straight to the posting.

Get past ATS filters

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Medical/Dental/Vision insurance

Paid time off

Flexible spending account

Health savings account

Sick Days

Long-term Disability Insurance

Short-term Disability Insurance

Accidental Insurance

Critical Illness Insurance

Job summary

RJW Logistics Group is seeking a Warehouse Material Handler in Joliet, IL. Experienced in operating Walkie Rider and Reach Trucks, you will help receive, move, and stage parts, ensuring accuracy and safety in a fast-paced warehouse.

Requirements include 2–4 years in warehousing and at least 1 year on Walkie Rider/Reach. A High School diploma or GED is required; WMS and RF scanner familiarity is a plus.

Qualifications

2–4 years in a warehouse environment.
1 year plus experience on Walkie Rider & Reach.

Responsibilities

Receive, unload, move, and tag incoming parts and equipment.
Operate material handling equipment safely (forklifts, walkies).
Verify orders and stage items for production and shipping.
Maintain clean, safe, and organized warehouse area.

Skills

Walkie Rider

Reach Truck

RF scanner

WMS

Lean Warehousing

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Walkie Rider

Reach Truck

RF scanner

Job description

EXPERIENCE with WALKIE RIDER AND/OR REACH TRUCK REQUIRED**
EXPERIENCE with WALKIE RIDER AND/OR REACH TRUCK REQUIRED**

Available Shifts & Schedules: 1st & 2nd Shift

Pay: $22/HR - $26HR

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

Maintain warehouse area with orderly stacking and good housekeeping; ensure all shipments are correctly staged, checked, and loaded properly; perform duties to provide material handling services for warehouse shipping and receiving handling activities. Ensure that Material Handlers are operating forklift and walkies safety at all times following all safety policies and procedures. This position reports to shift supervisor.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

Properly receive, unload, move, and tag incoming parts and equipment.
Experience with WMS (Warehouse Management Systems)
Knowledge of QMS (Quality Management Systems) and Lean Warehousing
Experience operating material handling equipment and using an RF scanner
Pull and stage parts for production and complete requisitions for parts shortages.
Collect and properly package inventory and purchased items needing shipment.
Must comply with the company’s safety policies while using lifting devices (forklifts and scissor lifts) and clean initiative standards.
Learn day to day warehouse operations.
Verify orders are complete and accurate.
Pick each customer order in the most effective manner possible to minimize shipping costs and insure product safety.
Other tasks as assigned by supervisor or manager.

Additional Responsibilities

Possess a sense of urgency, accountability, and be able to work with limited supervision.
General understanding of computers and handheld RF equipment.
Ability to work as part of a team and lead.
He / she must be able to read, write, and understand English.
Attention to detail and quality a must.
Good communication, clear and concise, problem resolution, and people skills.
Flexibility in working overtime when needed, and supplying coverage to other shifts.
PC skills helpful.
Major experience on sit down forklifts and walkies.
Experience in building pallets with stock and breaking down stock to fill independent orders.
Experienced in cross docking freight process.
Ability to work in a fast paced warehouse.

Qualifications