Materials Coordinator (Warehouse)

ZipRecruiter; Sugar Grove (IL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in materials testing and precision machining is seeking a Warehouse Operator in Sugar Grove, Illinois. The ideal candidate will have extensive warehouse experience, including forklift operation, and will support various warehouse operations while ensuring safety and efficiency. Join a diverse team committed to excellence and innovation.

Qualifications

• 7+ years warehouse experience operating forklifts.
• Ability to operate 8000 lb to 30000 lb all-terrain forklifts.

Responsibilities

• Support warehouse operations related to inventory storage.
• Assist in shipping and receiving functions ensuring accuracy.
• Implement inventory controls and performance indicators.

Skills

Communication

Self-driven

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

SAP

Forklift

Job description

Job Description

Responsibilities:

• Support warehouse operations related to inventory storage and space utilization.
• Operate equipment such as forklifts, lift-reach trucks/lifts, pallet jacks, and other related equipment.
• Assist in shipping and receiving functions, including receipt, picking, packing, and shipping activities, ensuring accuracy and proper documentation in SAP.
• Review stocking levels and generate reports on obsolete or restocked materials; advise on adjustments to minimum/maximum levels.
• Notify Warehouse Foreman of storage limitations and capacity concerns, and recommend mitigation strategies.
• Achieve safety, delivery, cost, and quality performance targets.
• Verify accuracy of inventory catalog numbers, descriptions, quantities, units, and locations; help resolve discrepancies.
• Conduct periodic physical inventories and collaborate with supply chain, operations, and project teams to optimize order fulfillment.
• Follow operating procedures and safety standards.
• Coordinate with logistics teams and suppliers to schedule pickups, deliveries, and routing.
• Implement inventory controls, procedures, and performance indicators for warehouse storage and requisition.

Must Haves:

• Extensive warehouse experience, including at least 7+ years operating forklifts with certification.
• Ability to operate 8000 lb to 30000 lb all-terrain forklifts.
• Customer-facing experience and effective communication skills.
• Self-driven and able to work independently.
• SAP experience.
• Location within 30 minutes of the facility (flexible).
• Own steel-toed boots.
• Availability to work aligned with warehouse hours.
• High school diploma is sufficient.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion. Join us in shaping the future of materials testing and precision machining!