Warehouse Material Handler - Seasonal

School District U-46; Elgin (IL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team as a Warehouse Material Handler in a supportive educational environment. This role involves assisting in order fulfillment and restocking within a busy Distribution Center. You'll be responsible for loading and unloading deliveries, accurately picking orders, and ensuring the smooth operation of warehouse logistics. Ideal for high school students or recent graduates, this temporary seasonal position offers valuable experience in a collaborative setting. If you're ready to take on physical challenges and contribute to the success of a vital educational service, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Qualifications

• Must be able to operate warehouse equipment safely.
• High School diploma or equivalent required.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload district vehicles and receive freight deliveries.
• Pick and deliver orders accurately from the Distribution Center.

Skills

Warehouse equipment operation

Microsoft Office Suite

Google Suite

Inventory tracking systems

Ability to lift heavy objects

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Current Junior or Senior in High School

Tools

Warehouse equipment

Electronic monitoring software

Job description

• Date Posted:
  3/6/2025
  
  
• Date Available:
  05/26/2025
  
  

Position / Title: Warehouse Material Handler

Bargaining Unit: SUM2

Work Days: Mon - Fri

Reports To: Logistics Coordinator

JD Revision Date: 3/10/2023

Function / Position Summary: To assist in process order fulfillment and restocking within the Distribution Center.

Job Duties / Responsibilities:

1. Loads and unloads district vehicles, and receives freight truck deliveries.
2. Picks orders from Distribution Center stock with accuracy.
3. Delivers products in a multitude of methods including manual conveyors and/or carts in multi-temperature environments.
4. Completes inventory as directed.
5. Other duties as assigned.

Education: Current Junior or Senior in High School or High School Diploma/equivalent required.

Experience / Knowledge:

1. Ability to operate Warehouse equipment within safety guidelines.
2. Ability to operate and maintain all common equipment in the Distribution Center, under direct supervision.
3. Must have computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite or Google Suite and ability to learn electronic monitoring and programming software, and inventory tracking systems.

Physical Demands:

1. Able to lift up to 50lbs.
2. Ability to push/pull 100 pounds.
3. Ability to sit, stand, kneel, stoop, climb stairs, and walk for extended periods of time.
4. Ability to work on ladders.

Terms of Employment:

• This is a non-benefit temporary seasonal position.
• Starting pay is $15.00.
• Must have a valid Illinois Driver's License and the ability to travel to multiple sites within the district throughout the day.