Lead Material Handler

Jabil•Gurnee, IL

1d•$19 - $34•Onsite

About The Position

At Jabil (NYSE: JBL), we are proud to be a trusted partner for the world's top brands, offering comprehensive engineering, supply chain, and manufacturing solutions. With 60 years of experience across industries and a vast network of over 100 sites worldwide, Jabil combines global reach with local expertise to deliver both scalable and customized solutions. Our commitment extends beyond business success as we strive to build sustainable processes that minimize environmental impact and foster vibrant and diverse communities around the globe. As a Lead Material Handler at our Gurnee, IL facility, you will play a critical role in supporting stockroom and production operations by ensuring inventory accuracy, material flow, and process compliance. Acting as a lead in the absence of the Supervisor, you will guide team members, resolve issues, and serve as a key point of contact between materials, production, and planning teams.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required.
Experience in materials handling, warehouse, or manufacturing operations required.
Prior experience in a lead or senior material handler role strongly preferred.
Basic working knowledge of SAP or ERP systems preferred.
Equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
Working knowledge of inventory control, SAP transactions, and warehouse operations.
Ability to operate RF handheld devices and material handling equipment (forklift, pallet jack, etc.).
Strong attention to detail with a focus on inventory accuracy and compliance.
Ability to reconcile discrepancies and support root cause problem-solving.
Effective communication skills, both verbal and written.
Ability to lead by example and support team performance.
Intermediate math and literacy skills.
Ability to lift up to 40 pounds with assistance.
Ability to stand for extended periods and work in a fast-paced environment.
Willingness to work a rotating shift schedule as assigned.

Responsibilities

Act as the lead for material handling operations in the absence of the Supervisor.
Ensure inventory accuracy in SAP through proper execution and reconciliation of transactions.
Perform multiple material functions, including return to stock (RTS), stockroom operations, cycle counts, WIP support, shipping, receiving, and inspection.
Reconcile inventory variances and report accuracy metrics to leadership.
Serve as a liaison between Production Control, Production Management, and manufacturing lines to resolve material shortages and issues.
Document all inventory transactions in accordance with GMP and SAP requirements.
Operate forklifts and other material handling equipment safely and efficiently.
Oversee daily dock, forklift, and trailer checklists to ensure compliance and readiness.
Support receiving and shipping activities, including unloading raw materials and loading finished goods.
Verify batch records and documentation accuracy for compliance.
Perform physical inventory counts as required.
Conduct regular area walkthroughs to ensure team productivity, compliance, and safety adherence.
Provide on-the-job training and guidance to new material handlers.
Act as the primary point of contact for material handlers on assigned shift.
Assist in troubleshooting SAP, RF, and AGV system issues.
Support company initiatives including safety, quality, and continuous improvement programs (e.g., Six Sigma).
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Acts as a team lead, providing guidance and direction to Material Handlers.
Serves as backup to the Supervisor as needed.
Supports training, coordination, and day-to-day team execution.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription coverage (HRA & HSA options)
401(k) with company match
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Paid Time Off
Tuition Reimbursement
Life, AD&D, and Disability Insurance
Commuter Benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Pet Insurance
Adoption Assistance
Annual Base Pay Increase
Community Volunteer Opportunities
4 weeks of paid parental leave
11 company-paid holidays (9 fixed holidays and 2 optional floating holidays), subject to change yearly