Material Handler I
About The Position
The Material Handler I efficiently pulls parts for orders, ships and receives products, assists with inventory counts, moves stock throughout the warehouse system, and maintains a clean and orderly warehouse. The role also supports customer service or counter sales in Distribution and performs other duties as assigned. This position is based at 12901 Jim Dhamer Dr, Huntley, IL 60142. It is a first-shift position working 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The work takes place primarily indoors in a warehouse, with frequent movement throughout the facility. Some work occurs near open bays without weather protection, and indoor areas may have temperature changes.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- One year of work experience.
- Strong comprehension of verbal and written work expectations.
- Ability to work independently and within a team environment.
- Strong sense of urgency and ability to prioritize to meet customer expectations.
- Detail-oriented and motivated to provide the highest level of quality.
- Familiarity with Microsoft Office tools, including Outlook, Word, and Excel, and with web applications.
- Ability to exert up to 70 pounds of force occasionally, up to 50 pounds frequently, and up to 25 pounds regularly throughout the day, depending on work circumstances.
- Ability to lift objects from floor level to above shoulder level and move objects, parts, tools, and equipment between areas and levels.
- Strong hand-eye coordination.
- Ability to stand or sit for up to four hours at a time.
- Ability to push a cart throughout the warehouse while pulling orders or preparing shipments.
- Ability to use a ladder safely to store or retrieve products.
- Ability to reach and pull with the hands and arms in any direction while working.
Responsibilities
- Ship products according to FORCE America’s expectations for carriers.
- Receive products according to FORCE America’s best practices.
- Safely operate a forklift.
- Move throughout the warehouse to pull and pick orders.
- Climb ladders to store and retrieve products.
- Push products on carts throughout the warehouse while picking orders or preparing shipments.
- Stock inventory.
- Conduct daily inventory cycle counts using inventory count sheets.
- Optimize shelving capacity.
- Communicate with external providers.
- Maintain a clean and orderly work environment.
- Maintain system accuracy and record transactions in the ERP operating system.
- Assist with customer service or counter sales in Distribution.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
