Warehouse Material Handler

SMS Staffing Inc.; Waukegan (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

SMS Staffing is seeking a Warehouse Material Handler in Waukegan, IL. The role offers $20.00/hour for 1st shift (6:00 AM–2:30 PM) on a Temp-to-Hire basis.

Experience in a fast-paced metal stamping environment is preferred. Responsibilities include moving materials, inventory control, and ensuring safety compliance. This position requires basic computer use and the ability to operate common warehouse equipment.

Qualifications

• Reading and comprehension of warehouse paperwork.
• Knowledge of inventory control processes.
• High attention to detail for accurate inventory counts.
• Must be able to obtain a forklift license.
• Ability to operate handcarts, pallet jacks and order pickers.
• Proficient with computers to reference inventory counts.

Responsibilities

• Move material from warehouse to production lines.
• Conduct cycle counts in warehouse stock area.
• Move material from warehouse staging to stock.
• Follow OSHA and company safety standards.
• Wear required PPE (ear and eye protection).
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Inventory control

Attention to detail

Forklift license

Pallet jack operation

Computer literacy

Tools

Forklift

Pallet jack

Order picker

Job description

SMS Staffing is hiring immediately for Warehouse Material Handler in Waukegan, IL!

Job Title: Warehouse Material Handler
Location: Waukegan, IL
Pay Rate: $20.00/hour
Shift: 1st Shift | 6:00 AM- 2:30 PM
Employment Type: Temp - to - Hire

Job Overview for the Material Handler role:
We are currently seeking an experienced Warehouse Material Handler to join our team in a fast-paced metal stamping environment. This role is responsible for moving, storing and spacing materials as directed. Maintain inventory for stock moved from the assembly departments to the warehouse.

Key Responsibilities for Warehouse Material Handler:

• Move material from the warehouse to the production lines.
• Cycle count of inventory in the warehouse stock area.
• Move material from the warehouse staging area to stock.
• Follow OSHA and Company safety standards.
• Must wear personal protective equipment such as ear and eye protection.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Reading and comprehension of all required warehouse paperwork.
• Knowledge of inventory control process.
• High level of attention to detail for proper documentation to maintain accurate inventory counts.
• Must be able to obtain license for forklift.
• Ability to use and operate handcarts, pallet jacks and order pickers.
• Proficient with computers to reference inventory counts.

Join the SMS team! It takes more than top-notch facilities, modern equipment, and innovative technologies to become our customers’ most trusted supplier. It takes people committed to our customers’ success and willing to go the extra mile to get the job done right. #SMS