Material Handler / Operator II - Melrose Park, IL

CEVA Logistics; Melrose Park (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Health insurance

Paid time off

Employee discounts

Job summary

CEVA Logistics in Melrose Park, IL is hiring for a Material Handler / Operator II. You will support warehouse operations by handling inventory, loading, staging, and coordinating material flow, while maintaining safety and quality in a fast-paced environment.

Role requires forklift certification, basic software use, and a high school diploma or GED. A valid driver’s license is preferred, with opportunities for advancement into lead roles within a collaborative team.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Forklift certification typically required within 3–6 months of hire.
• Valid state driver’s license preferred.
• Ability to operate hand and power tools and basic warehouse equipment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and provide excellent customer service to internal and external customers, collaborating and communicating proactively.
• Perform warehouse tasks: picking inventory, counting cargo, loading and staging goods, and using pallet jacks or hand trucks.
• Coordinate receipt, storage and distribution of materials within the assigned area; prepare and assemble orders.
• Sort and place materials on racks, shelves and pallets according to predefined criteria; support lead operators as needed.
• Assist with training new hires and potentially serve as lead operator in smaller teams.
• Operate forklift when required and fully trained, handling standard operations.

Skills

Forklift operation

Pallet jack

Hand truck

Basic software literacy

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Pallet jack

Hand truck

Job description

Job Description

Material Handler / Operator II - Melrose Park, IL

Req ID: 591475

Posting Start Date: 28/09/2026

General information

Melrose Park. Il_USA

CEVALogistics

Contract Logistics

Employee - Casual

Full Time

CEVA Logistics provides global supply chain solutions to connect people, products, and providers all around the world. Present in 170+ countries and with more than 110,000 employees spread over 1,500 sites, we are proud to be a Top 5 global 3PL.

We believe that our employees are the key to our success. We want to engage and empower our diverse, global team to co-create value with our customers through our solutions in contract logistics and air, ocean, ground, and finished vehicle transport. That is why CEVA Logistics offers a dynamic and exceptional work environment that fosters personal growth, innovation, and continuous improvement.

At CEVA Logistics, weRise inMotion. Your career is always on the move,growingas fast and as far as your ambition takes you. Join a global team ofnearly 200nationalities, shaping the future of global trade, moving essential goods, forging new paths, and pushing boundaries to serve an ever-changing world. The pace is fast, the challenges are real, but the rewards are greater: growth, purpose, and the chance to make a meaningful impact. This is more than a job.It's a journey on which you rise.

Pay Range

$21.00

Your Role

Are you known for your equipment operation skills and passionate about warehouse logistics and organization? Do you enjoy working in a clean and efficient warehouse environment? If so, we have an opportunity that would allow you to execute essential operational processes and contribute to delivering results in a safe and efficient warehouse operation.

What are you going to do?

• Develop and provide excellent customer service to internal and external customers at all times, such as working collaboratively, providing timely communication and instruction and assisting with operations as necessary.
• Execute various manual labor functions such as picking inventory, counting cargo, product and material and hand staging and loading goods; use manual equipment such as hand truck or pallet jack. Operate hand tools to close or open bales, build or tear down crates, and other containers or material; packaging can be advanced or non-standard.
• Coordinate receipt, storage, and distribution of materials, tools, equipment, and products within assigned area. Prepare and assemble orders, move materials and items from receiving or production areas to storage or to other areas.
• Manage sorting and placement of materials or items on racks, shelves, pallets or in bins according to predetermined sequence such as size, type, style, color, product code and related characteristics; tend to be more more complex or in multiple cells or operations and fully trained.
• Potential opportunity to serve as a lead operator in less complex, smaller teams or standard operations. Assist with training and providing basic work instructions to new hires or transfers.
• Operate a forklift when required and is fully trained and operational; may not perform the most complex, heavy or oversized transports.
• Complete or verify appropriate forms, documents, labels and other information to ensure the accuracy of inventory, monitor and track material and successful receiving and/or delivery of goods; involves knowledge of several operations or varied goods and services.
• Identify potential operational or service concerns, notify appropriate co-workers and assist with resolving. Monitor various warehouse maintenance tasks, including sweeping floors, cleaning docks, proper storage of equipment, basic preventative maintenance and related tasks.

What are we looking for?

• Education and Experience: High School Diploma or GED; Typically at least two years of warehousing or related logistics experience, or successful completion of a rotation program.
• Credentials: Forklift Certification typically required in most operations within 3 to 6 months of hire; Valid state issued driver's license preferred.
• Skills: Ability to operate hand and power tools, including hand truck, pallet jack, and related warehouse equipment; Basic proficiency in Internet, web-based and job specific software applications; Ability to become forklift certified, when required.
• Characteristics: Responds promptly and professionally to customer needs; Ability to perform in a team environment. Ability to read, comprehend and complete basic checklists, forms or other related documents

What do we have to offer?

With a genuine culture of recognition, we want our employees to grow, develop and be part of our journey. We offer a benefits package with a focus on your wellbeing. This includes competitive Paid Time Off, 401(k), health insurance and an employee benefits platform that offers discounts on gym memberships and a diverse range of retail, travel, car and hospitality brands, including important offerings like pet insurance.

We are a team in every sense, and we support each other and work collaboratively to achieve our goals together.

It is our goal that you will be compensated for your hard work and commitment, so if you'd like to work for one of the top Logistics providers in the world then let's work together to help you find your new role.

About Tomorrow

We value your professional and personal growth. That's why we share plenty of career opportunities for you to thrive within CEVA. This role can be the first step on your career path with us. You can stay in the same job family, find a new family to grow in (how about sales or supply chain?) or find your own path. Join CEVA for a challenging and rewarding career.

CEVA Logistics is proud to be an equal opportunity work place and an affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status or any other characteristic. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans, and Individual with Disabilities.