Warehouse Material Handler (Part-Time)

Graybar; Joliet (IL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Part time

Job summary

Graybar is hiring a Warehouse Material Handler in Joliet, IL. You will receive, store, select, pack and ship inventory using our Warehouse Management System. The role emphasizes safe operation of equipment and accurate handling in a fast-paced environment.

Qualified candidates typically have 2+ years of warehouse experience, ability to lift heavy loads, and a commitment to attendance and safety. Expected hourly pay is $19.39 with a Mon-Fri morning shift.

Qualifications

• Must pass pre-employment physical testing.
• Minimum age 18 required.
• Ability to lift and move varied loads in a warehouse environment.
• Experience with warehouse equipment and safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Operate pallet jacks, forklifts, and push carts.
• Receive and store materials per WMS.
• Select, pack and palletize shipments.
• Sort and prep less-than-truckload shipments; conduct cycle counts.
• Maintain clean, safe warehouse and perform daily safety inspections.

Skills

Forklift operation

Pallet jack operation

Safety procedures

Good attendance

Physical stamina

Education

2+ years warehouse experience

Tools

Warehouse Management System (WMS)

Job description

Are you ready?

As a Warehouse Material Handler, you will ensure products get where they need to be. You will receive, store, select, pack, and ship warehouse inventory. Our Zone utilizes a Warehouse Management System so technology is required to perform this job. As an employee-owned company, our employees are key to our success and are given opportunities to learn and grow into higher level positions.

In this role you will:

• Operate warehouse equipment such as pallet jacks, forklifts and push carts
• Receive and store incoming material in accordance with warehouse management system process
• Select, pack and palletize shipments
• Sort and pack less-than-truckload shipments, conduct cycle counts
• Maintain clean warehouse including following all safety procedures and performing daily safety inspections

What you bring to the table:

• No fear of heights
• Perform physical requirements in a warehouse environment including lifting various loads, cutting wire, climbing ladders and staying on the move in various temperatures, depending on the location; must pass pre-employment physical testing
• Minimum age of 18 required
• Good attendance and work ethic
• 2+ years experience preferred
• Prior large warehouse experience using a warehouse management system preferred

Compensation Details: The expected rate of pay for this position is $19.39 per hour

Shift Hours and Schedule: Monday through Friday - 8:00am to 12:00pm

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.

Whether you are just starting your career or have years of experience, you will be proud to work for a thriving company with a solid foundation. Come see why Graybar is continually ranked as a top employer across the country.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Vet/Disabled