Material Handler- Manufacturing

The Lanco Group; Hazel Crest (IL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Material Handler to join their dynamic team. This role involves essential functions like warehousing, inventory control, and compliance with safety regulations. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma, material handling experience, and familiarity with ERP systems. You will thrive in a collaborative environment that values innovation and encourages professional growth. Join a company that prioritizes employee well-being with competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, while contributing to a safe and efficient workplace.

Benefits

Paid Time Off

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience with ERP systems and barcode transactions.
• Material Handler experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Complete warehousing and inventory control tasks.
• Participate in safety and continuous improvement programs.
• Assist other departments as needed.

Skills

Material Handling

Inventory Management

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Education

High School Graduate

Vocational Training in Inventory Management

APICS Certification

Tools

ERP System (Epicor E9)

Barcode Scanner

Job description

Essential Functions:

• With supervision completes Warehousing, Inventory Control, Receiving, Shipping, Product Identification and traceability, and proper material handling and storage tasks.
• Completes inventory transactions such as transfers, issues, receipts on PC and barcode scanner.
• With supervision, assists with Inventory Cycle Count Program.
• Uses continuous improvement program.
• Complies with safety and hazardous material handling regulations, and requirements for Hazardous Waste Management.
• Participates in the plant safety program.
• Maintains all aspects of workplace organization with goal of providing safe and suitable work environment for Mi-Jack employees.
• Performs other job tasks as requested.
• Keep work area clean and dispose of any waste as it is created.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Provides assistance to other departments, as needed.
• May be required to participate in Small Group Improvement Activity Teams and daily Team Meetings.
• Required to initiate Engineering Change Requests to improve quality, reduce cycle times and/or to correct nonconformities.
• Complies with Quality Management System requirements in accordance with ISO9001.
• Required to identify opportunities for improvements and submit continuous improvement ideas.
• Ensure compliance in all safety, health, and environmental regulations, policies and procedures for a goal of zero incidents and injuries; Assist in delivering required training to ensure that all coworkers have the necessary skills to perform their jobs properly and safely.
• Communicate consistently on all activities to appropriate individuals (internal & external).
• Maintain ongoing communication and adhere to all Companywide policies to eliminate and/or reduce exposure to liability.
• Special projects or work as assigned.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice

Qualifications Guidelines

Experience/Training/Education:

Required: High School graduate, or equivalent. Material Handler experience. Experience making inventory transactions through an ERP system (preferably Epicor E9) and through barcode

Desired: Vocational training in Inventory Management, Logistics or material processing. Experience picking and issuing material to Production. APICS certification preferred.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

Requires good communication, interpersonal skills, ability to work independently and follow instructions. Requires an eye for detail. Thorough knowledge and understanding of applicable operating and documentation procedures and material flow; Ability to meet deadlines; to understand and follow written and verbal instructions; Ability to understand and follow posted work rules and procedures; ability to accept constructive criticism; ability to prioritize, organize, solve problems, and complete tasks independently; ability to communicate effectively and work cooperatively with supervisors, members of management, vendors, and other employees.

Compensation/Benefits:

We foster a collaborative team environment that values innovation and encourages creative solutions to drive positive organizational impact. Our employees are the key to our success and help us stand out from our competitors. The hourly pay range for this role is $18.00 to $21.00. 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.

Physical and Environmental Elements:

This is a production classification and employees work in a factory environment with exposure to heat, cold, noise and machinery. Accurate hand/eye coordination is required. Finger dexterity is required, as well as hand strength, with the ability to grasp, lift, push and pull. Work involves considerable standing, stooping, bending, or sitting for long periods of time. May lift parts weighing up to 50 pounds.

Special Requirements/Certification:

Forklift Operation.

Basic Computer Skills.

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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