Operator, Transload - Material Handling

Bartlett Co.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 54,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Profit sharing

Excellent benefits (medical, dental, 4

401(k) with match

Job summary

Savage is seeking a Material Handling Operator at its Midwest Forming Facility in South-East Chicago, IL to oversee the receipt, storage, and forming of Sulphur using heavy equipment.

The role emphasizes safety, daily paperwork, and teamwork, with opportunities for growth and a comprehensive benefits package. A High School Diploma and willingness to work varying shifts are required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• Experience with bulk materials, conveyors and heavy equipment.
• Ability to learn priller, stacker, ship loader and conveyor operating techniques.
• Attention to detail and ability to follow work rules and schedules.
• Familiarity with OSHA guidelines, policies, and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Follow proper safety rules and operating procedures to support zero tolerance safety objectives.
• Operate/maintain heavy equipment including prilling unit, frontend loaders, ship loaders, conveyors, hoppers, and other mobile equipment.
• Complete and maintain required daily paperwork.
• Housekeeping duties, including shoveling, washing down work areas, and keeping offices, restrooms, break rooms and work rooms clean and tidybut not limited to.
• Assist Maintenance personnel, as needed and directed.
• Maintain company objectives and expectations in the absence of the Facility Manager and Operations Manager.
• Willingness to work weekends,nights,holidays and overtime as required to maintain safe and efficient operations.

Skills

Learn priller, stacker, ship loader

Bulk materials & heavy equipment

Attention to detail & schedules

OSHA guidelines & procedures

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Job description

Posted Thursday, August 6, 2026 at 7:00 AM

Grow Your Career with Savage!

Savage is a global provider of supply chain infrastructure and logistics solutions with more than 200 locations across the United States, Canada, Mexico and Saudi Arabia. Since we were founded in 1946, we’ve grown from a small family business to an international company with more than 4,000 team members. We’re proud to be recognized as a Military Friendly Employer and a Top Company for Women to Work in Transportation. Savage is a place where your growth is supported and your impact matters. Join us and do things you never dreamed possible. We welcome Military Veterans and Reservists to join our team and build a rewarding career with us. Military experience equivalency may substitute for some requirements.

The Basics:

• Location: Chicago, IL
• Pay: $26.00 per hour
• Equipment Used: Heavy equipment including prilling unit, frontend loaders, ship loader, conveyors, hoppers, and other mobile equipment.
• Material Handled: Sulphur

Overview:

The primary responsibility of the Material Handling Operator is to perform and operate facility equipment related to Savage’s Midwest Forming Facility – a terminal dedicated to receiving, storing and forming Sulphur. It is in South-East Chicago.

Benefits of working here at Savage:

• A culture that appreciates Team Members
• Paid time off (“PTO”)
• Paid holidays
• Profit sharing
• Excellent benefits including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) with match
• Opportunity for growth
• A culture of safety

Responsibilities:

• Follow proper safety rules and operating procedures to support zero tolerance safety objectives
• Operate/maintain heavy equipment including prilling unit, frontend loaders, ship loaders, conveyors, hoppers, and other mobile equipment
• Complete and maintain required daily paperwork
• Housekeeping duties, including shoveling, washing down work areas, and keeping offices, restrooms, break rooms and work rooms clean and tidybut not limited to.
• Assist Maintenance personnel, as needed and directed
• Maintain company objectives and expectations in the absence of the Facility Manager and Operations Manager.
• Willingness to work weekends,nights,holidays and overtime as required to maintain safe and efficient operations.

Qualifications:

• Ability to learn priller, stacker, ship loader and conveyor operating techniques.
• Experience in bulk materials, conveyor systems and heavy equipment.
• Proven ability to focus on details, follow work rules and adhere to work schedules.
• Experience with OSHA guidelines, policies, and procedures

Education/Experience:

• High School Diploma required.
• Excellent communication skills – both oral and written.
• Efficient with standard office software programs (Word, Excel, Outlook).

Physical Requirements:

• Must have the ability to perform the essential physical functions of the position:
• Work in an environment containing Sulphur odor/dust,hazardous noise,confined space, and in hot or cold environments.

Additional Information:

• A complete job description is available upon request
• Savage is an Equal Opportunity Employer and maintains a drug-free workplace

Team members may be eligible for a benefits package that is dependent on hours worked and position classification. This package may include medical, dental, and vision coverage; life, AD&D, and disability insurance; supplemental coverage options; health savings and flexible spending accounts; paid time off; profit sharing; and a 401(k) plan with company match. Benefits are subject to change. For more information visit https://savageco.com/careers/benefits-information/