Warehouse Material Handler - 2nd Shift

Echo Inc; Lake Zurich (IL); On-site; USD 24,108 - 25,485; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

11 paid holidays

Affordable medical, dental, and vision

Paid PTO

5% 401K match

Tuition reimbursement

Sign-on bonus $300 after 90 days

Referral bonus $300 after 90 days

Job summary

ECHO Incorporated in Illinois is seeking a Material Handler to ensure safe, accurate, and efficient delivery of materials to balance locations generated by manufacturing or service orders. The role supports JIT and nightly order picking and requires operating forklifts and other industrial vehicles.

Shifts are 2nd, Monday–Friday, 3:00pm–11:30pm, starting at $17.50/hr with a $1 shift differential ($18.50/hr).

Qualifications

• 1+ year of experience in high-volume warehouse settings.
• Strong knowledge of basic computer functions and inventory management systems.
• Ability to operate powered industrial vehicles safely.

Responsibilities

• Perform JIT and nightly order picking using handheld scanners and lift equipment.
• Transport materials to production lines and return finished goods to Distribution Center for storage.
• Ensure inventory accuracy by identifying and reporting discrepancies to management.
• Conduct daily equipment checks to maintain safety standards and operational compliance.
• Operate forklifts, clamp trucks, and other industrial vehicles to move and stage materials.
• Keep the warehouse clean, organized, and safe to support operations.

Skills

Forklift operation

Order picking

Inventory management software

Tools

Industrial lift equipment

Job description

ECHO Incorporatedis an industry leader in developing and manufacturing high-performance, professional-grade, handheld outdoor power equipment. With distributors and thousands of dealers across North and South America, ECHO is constantly anticipating the future of the outdoor power equipment industry and the need for environmental sustainability. Working for ECHO means joining a team of people who are committed to collaboration, innovation, creativity, and high-quality products that make us a globally competitive brand.

ECHO Incorporatedis looking for a skilled Material Handler to join our growing team. The material handler is responsible for the safe, accurate, and efficient delivery of various materials toitem balance locations generated by manufacturing or service orders.

2nd Shift Monday-Friday 3:00pm - 11:30pmStarting at $17.50/HR + $1 SD = $18.50/HR!

ECHO’s benefits include:

• 11 paid holidays
• Extremely affordable medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid PTO (Paid Time Off)
• 5% 401K match
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Eligible for a $300 sign-on bonus after 90 days of employment if all qualifications are satisfied.
• Eligible for a $300 referral bonus upon referring to an employee who successfully completes 90 days of employment.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Perform JIT and nightly order picking using handheld scanners and industrial lift equipment, following the instructions of the Materials Picking Group Lead.
• Transport materials to production lines and return finished goods to the Distribution Center for appropriate storage.
• Ensure inventory accuracy by identifying and reporting discrepancies to management.
• Conduct daily equipment checks to maintain safety standards and operational compliance.
• Operate forklifts, clamp trucks, and other industrial vehicles to efficiently load, move, and stage materials.
• Keep the warehouse environment clean, organized, and safe to support smooth operations.

Qualifications:

• 1+ year of experience in high-volume warehouse settings with proficiency in operating forklifts, reach trucks, and order pickers.
• Strong knowledge of basic computer functions and inventory management systems.
• Ability to operate powered industrial vehicles safely.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to regularly lift and move up to 50 pounds.
• Frequent standing, walking, bending, reaching, pushing, and pulling.
• Ability to work extended hours during peak production periods.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We welcome all applicants.

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