Production Material Handler

Simpson Strong-Tie Company Inc.; West Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 26,160 - 39,275; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Retirement contributions

Employee stock purchase plan

Bonus plans

Paid holidays

Vacation

Sick days

Leave benefits

Job summary

Simpson Strong-Tie Company Inc. is hiring in West Chicago, IL for a full-time, non-exempt warehouse role. You will manage material flow, pick and stage items, and serve as a back-up packer on production lines while supporting dock loading and unloading.

Requirements include 6+ months forklift/reach truck experience, scanner usage, and SAP warehouse handling. The job includes a comprehensive benefits package and a strong emphasis on safety and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Problem-solving ability and on-the-spot decision making.
• Minimum 6 months forklift/reach truck experience.
• Scanner usage and SAP warehouse handling experience.
• Picking and packing from picking lists, UPS package preparation.
• Experience with high-speed production lines beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Manage the flow of materials into and out of multiple departments within Production and Warehouse (60%).
• Pick and stage materials for production; accurately scan, return, and load products in designated racks, ensuring all counts are correct for raw and finished goods (60%).
• Serve as a back-up packer on production lines, setting up autofill and manual filling assignments for production (35%).
• Load and unload trucks onto docks (5%).
• Support the team by performing other assigned duties as needed, demonstrating flexibility and teamwork.

Skills

Problem-solving

Forklift/reach truck experience

Scanner usage

UPS package preparation

High-speed production lines

Tools

Scanner

SAP

Job description

Job Overview

Simpson Strong-Tie is a leader in engineered structural connectors, software, and solutions for the building industry. Our mission is to provide solutions that help people design and build safer, stronger structures.

Responsibilities

• Manage the flow of materials into and out of multiple departments within Production and Warehouse (60%)
• Pick and stage materials for production; accurately scan, return, and load products in designated racks, ensuring all counts are correct for raw and finished goods (60%)
• Serve as a back‑up packer on production lines, setting up autofill and manual filling assignments for production (35%)
• Load and unload trucks onto docks (5%)
• Support the team by performing other assigned duties as needed, demonstrating flexibility and teamwork

Desired Skills and Experience

• Problem‑solving ability and on‑the‑spot decision making
• Minimum 6 months forklift/reach truck experience
• Scanner usage and SAP warehouse handling experience
• Picking and packing from picking lists, UPS package preparation
• Experience with high‑speed production lines beneficial

Physical Requirements and Work Environment

Regularly required to stand, walk, see, talk, and hear; occasionally sit. The role involves operating large equipment and lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling materials up to 50 pounds, with heavier weights using proper equipment.

Work environment includes moving mechanical parts, loud noise levels, dust, heat and/or cold, wet or humid conditions, and exposure to chemicals from mixing procedures. Personal protective equipment is provided.

Work Status & Location

This full‑time, non‑exempt position is located in West Chicago, IL. No domestic travel is required. Relocation is not available for this position.

Pay and Benefits

Pay range: $18.99 - $28.51 per hour.

Benefits include medical, dental, vision, retirement contributions, employee stock purchase and bonus plans, paid holidays, vacation, sick days, funeral and jury duty leave, years of service awards, employee discounts, referral bonuses, charitable contribution matching, education reimbursement, and more.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Simpson Strong‑Tie is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on qualifications and merit. All job offers are contingent upon a successful drug screen and criminal background check, in accordance with applicable laws.