Warehouse Material Handler

Lensa; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Lensa's client, Graybar, is seeking a Warehouse Material Handler in Chicago, IL. As part of a team, you will manage products from receipt to delivery, ensuring compliance with safety procedures. This entry-level, full-time role offers a competitive hourly wage and comprehensive benefits, including medical, life insurance, and 401(k).

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits

401(k) Savings Plan with company match

Employee stock ownership plan

Paid vacation and sick leave

Paid wellness days

Employee Recognition Program

Qualifications

• Able to lift up to 70 lbs and perform warehouse tasks.
• Minimum 18 years of age required.
• Safely operate warehouse equipment.

Responsibilities

• Unload and accurately receive deliveries.
• Select and pack customer orders.
• Maintain a clean warehouse following safety procedures.

Skills

Physical stamina

Attention to detail

Good attendance

Tools

Pallet jacks

Forklifts

Job description

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More than a job - a career.

As a Warehouse Material Handler, you will work with the team to ensure products get where they need to be, unload delivery vehicles, receive inventory, store product, and select and pack customer orders. As an employee-owned company, our employees are key to our success and are given opportunities to learn and grow into higher level positions.

Work Shift And Hours

• Monday - Friday, 5:30am - 2:30pm
  
  

Compensation Details

• The expected pay rate for this position is starting at $20.64 per hour depending on experience.
  
  

In This Role You Will

• Operate warehouse equipment such as pallet jacks, forklifts and push carts
• Unload and accurately receive deliveries
• Store product in specific location and note in system
• Select and pack customer orders and at times deliver customer orders in light van or delivery vehicle
• Maintain clean warehouse including following all safety procedures and performing daily safety inspections
  
  

What You Bring To The Table

• Able to perform physical requirements in a warehouse environment including lifting up to 70 lbs., cutting wire, climbing ladders and staying on the move in various temperatures, depending on the location
• Safely operate warehouse equipment and proper use of PPE
• Good attendance and work ethic
• Able to perform tasks quickly and accurately
• Minimum 18 years of age required
  
  

The Value Of Graybar

At Graybar, we are known for our comprehensive benefits and our employee stock ownership plan! Most regular, full-time employees at Graybar may be eligible for a variety of benefits like:

• Multiple plan options for Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug benefits.
• Life Insurance coverage for you and options for your family.
• Save on expenses with Flexible Spending Accounts .
• Enjoy our Disability Benefits at no cost to you.
• Share in our success with P rofit Sharing Plans .
• 401(k) Savings Plan with company match to help secure your future.
• Paid Vacation & Sick Days to spend time away from work or in case of an illness.
• Rest and recharge during our Paid Holidays throughout the year.
• Take advantage of our Paid Wellness Day to focus on preventive care and prioritize your health.
• Volunteer with Community Time Off to give back to the community.
• Predictable Work Schedules to plan your life: no weekends or nights for most roles.
• Celebrate your and others' achievements with our Employee Recognition Program .
• Reach your career goals with our Educational Reimbursement and Career Development Programs .
• And More Perks that support your well-being and career growth.
  
  

Benefit eligibility may vary across locations and roles, so be sure to check in with your recruiter for more information.

Why should you join Graybar?

At Graybar, our employees are the heart and soul of our company. We believe that employees with diverse perspectives bring the ideas and innovative thinking we need to solve our biggest challenges and compete in an ever-changing world. Consistent with our values, we welcome people from all backgrounds, cultures and experiences into our company because we believe it’s the right thing to do and the right way to run our business.

We want each of our employees to know that they matter and to feel a sense of belonging, ownership and inclusion at Graybar. We believe that everyone should be treated with dignity and respect, and we work to build a collaborative environment where our employees have the opportunity to grow, learn and make a difference, both as individuals and as part of the team.

That’s what our employee ownership culture is all about: working as one team and moving forward together, while honoring the unique value each person brings to our company.

Apply now and find out what’s next for you.

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  IT Services and IT Consulting

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