Vactor Mfg. Inc 3rd shift Material Handler

Federal Signal Corporation; Streator (IL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus potential

Insurance

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

401(k) with matching contributions

Tuition reimbursement

Smoke-free workplace

Job summary

Vactor Mfg. Inc., a subsidiary of Federal Signal Corporation, located in Streator, IL, is seeking a full-time Shipping/Receiving employee to handle inventory, stocking, picking, packing, and receiving activities.

The role requires forklift certification or willingness to obtain it, basic math and clerical skills, and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs. Responsibilities include maintaining computerized inventory records, operating equipment, and adhering to safety and hazardous waste handling

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Basic math skills required.
• Clerical and computer skills, data entry, legible numbers, and writing skills.
• Forklift certification or commitment to become certified is required.
• Ability to cross train in all functional responsibilities of shipping/receiving/stores operation.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain inventory records.
• Operate power lift and/or forklift, power saw, and other equipment including narrow aisle equipment.
• Stock, pick, pack, and receive items into and out of stores inventory.
• Maintain accuracy of computerized inventory records.
• Some overtime may be required.
• Maintain a safe, clean workplace.
• Duties include hazardous waste handling and compliance.

Skills

Basic math

Clerical skills

Data entry

Forklift certification

Cross training

Writing skills

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Forklift

Job description

Job Category: 14.4 Shipping/Receiving

Requisition Number: VACTO007412

• Posted : November 3, 2026
• Full-Time

Locations

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Vactor Manufacturing
Streator, IL 61364, USA

Description

Job Responsibilities:

• Prepare and maintain inventory records.
• Operate power lift and/or forklift, power saw, and other equipment including narrow aisle equipment and other material handling equipment.
• Stock, pick, pack, and receive items into and out of stores inventory.
• Maintain accuracy of computerized inventory records.
• Some overtime may be required.
• Maintain a safe, clean workplace.
• Complete an Annual Hazardous Waste Management Training (C&P area only)
• Duties include:
• Knowing which materials are hazardous waste.
• Add or remove hazardous waste into accumulation containers or tanks.
• Transfer hazardous waste to or from accumulation points.
• Respond to spills, fires or explosion of hazardous waste by Notification of Management ONLY.
• Sign necessary hazardous waste manifests if authorized by management.
• Inspect hazardous waste accumulation areas.
• Operate and work at central accumulation points.
• Conduct task involving occupational exposure to hazardous waste.
• Proper labeling, storage and handling of hazardous waste.

Experience and Skills Required:

• Basic math skills required.
• Some clerical and computer skills, data entry, legible numbers, and writing skills required.
• Ability to move up to 50 lbs. required.
• Forklift certification or commitment to become certified is required.
• Ability to cross train in all functional responsibilities of the shipping/receiving/stores operation.

Education Required: High school grad or equivalent.

Benefits of Employment:
In addition to excellent career growth opportunities, Federal Signal Corporation offers a wide array of benefits including: annual bonus potential, insurance (life, medical, dental, vision), paid holidays, paid vacation, 401(k) with matching contributions and tuition reimbursement. We provide our employees with a smoke-free, drug-free workplace.

About Us:
Vactor Mfg. Inc. is a leading manufacturer of municipal combination catch basin/sewer cleaning vacuum trucks and industrial vacuum loaders that clean up industrial waste or recover and recycle valuable raw materials. Vactor is located in Streator, IL and is a subsidiary of Federal Signal Corporation.

Federal Signal Corporation (NYSE: FSS) provides products and services to protect people and our planet. Founded in 1901, Federal Signal is a leading global designer and manufacturer of products and total solutions that serve municipal, governmental, industrial and commercial customers. Headquartered in Oak Brook, IL, with manufacturing facilities worldwide, the Company operates two groups: Environmental Solutions and Safety and Security Systems.

For more information on Federal Signal, visit: www.federalsignal.com. The Company is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will not be discriminated against on the basis of, and will receive consideration for employment without regard to, race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category, characteristic, or trait under applicable law. If you require reasonable accommodation in the application process, contact Human Resources at [e-mail].

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