Motors & Controls Materials Handler

General Kinematics; Crystal Lake (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit-sharing

Health benefits

PTO

Job summary

General Kinematics in Crystal Lake, IL is seeking a Material Handler to support production and logistics. This role will involve handling materials, pulling and putting away inventory, packaging products, and assembling orders for shipment.

You will collaborate with Purchasing, Sales, Engineering and Manufacturing to ensure smooth operations. The ideal candidate will have a HS diploma, at least 1 year of manufacturing/warehouse experience, forklift operation experience, and the ability to lift

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Minimum of one year of work-related experience, preferably in a manufacturing or warehouse environment.
• Minimum of one year of forklift operation experience.
• Ability to speak, read, and write in English.
• Strong attention to detail and good work ethic.
• Ability to lift up to 70 lbs continuously.
• Ability to pass a physical, drug test, and criminal background check prior to employment.

Responsibilities

• Understand and follow procedures that comply with Company policies.
• Pull and put away materials to and from warehouses using scanner equipment/printer.
• Package products in accordance with customer and GK requirements.
• Fill orders with the correct parts and quantities.
• Assist in the loading and unloading of trucks.
• Operate forklifts, overhead cranes, and jib cranes.
• Perform cycle counts, turn shafts as needed, and perform inventory management tasks.
• Be aware of and use correct lifting techniques to safely handle materials, including lifting up to 70 lbs continuously.
• Work in compliance with ISO objectives, company safety rules, and the GK WAY program.
• Collaborate with team members across departments to resolve routine problems and support workplace initiatives.
• Willingness to work on equipment, including climbing ladders and crawling under objects if necessary.

Skills

Forklift operation

Attention to detail

English proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

General Kinematics in Crystal Lake, IL is seeking a Material Handler to support production and logistics. This role will involve handling materials, pulling and putting away inventory, packaging products, and assembling orders for shipment.

You will collaborate with Purchasing, Sales, Engineering and Manufacturing to ensure smooth operations. The ideal candidate will have a HS diploma, at least 1 year of manufacturing/warehouse experience, forklift operation experience, and the ability to lift