Material Handler I- 1st, 2nd & 3rd Shift

Makers Pride • Geneva, IL

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About The Position

The Material Handler is responsible for storing, moving, and handling products and materials in a structured manufacturing environment designed to minimize safety risks. The role requires reliability and adherence to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs). Material Handlers use equipment to move, pick, replenish, shuttle, and load or unload orders; maintain inventory; feed production lines; and ship and receive materials. The position also includes accurately counting, weighing, recording, identifying, and labeling materials, operating equipment safely, and maintaining clean work areas and 5S standards.

Available shifts are 1st shift, 5:15 a.m.–1:45 p.m.; 2nd shift, 1:45 p.m.–10:15 p.m.; and 3rd shift, 9:00 p.m.–5:30 a.m. The role is in a team-based manufacturing environment with exposure to machinery, noise, and varying temperatures. Employees must be able to work necessary overtime based on staffing needs and customer demand, as well as across shifts.

Starting pay is $21.50 per hour. A shift differential is offered for 2nd- and 3rd-shift opportunities. Individual base pay depends on work location and other factors, including experience, job-related skills, and relevant education or training. The position is eligible for a discretionary annual incentive based on company and individual performance. Full-time employees are offered health, dental, 401(k), and wellness benefits beginning on the 90th day of employment.

Requirements

• Stand-up/reach truck experience is required for consideration.
• Must be 18 years of age.
• Must be knowledgeable in GMPs or willing to learn.
• Ability to obtain forklift certification within 90 days.
• Ability to operate stand-up and extended forklifts.
• Sufficient math skills.
• Ability to understand and follow all safety policies and procedures.
• Ability to work necessary overtime based on staffing needs and customer demand, as well as across shifts.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Ability to read and write in English preferred.
• Previous material handling experience is a plus; experience expectations vary by location.

Responsibilities

• Identify, transport, pack, remove, and dispose of products and materials.
• Operate forklifts, handcarts, or pallet jacks to pick, replenish, shuttle, and load or unload orders.
• Maintain inventory levels as directed.
• Feed production lines with product as scheduled or directed by supervision or line leads.
• Ship and receive materials throughout the shift.
• Operate all equipment safely.
• Count, weigh, and record the number of units or materials moved or handled.
• Ensure moved products are correctly identified and labeled.
• Perform housekeeping to maintain 5S and keep work areas clean, including sweeping floors, disposing of trash, and picking up stray product.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Health benefits beginning on the 90th day of employment for full-time employees.
• Dental benefits beginning on the 90th day of employment for full-time employees.
• 401(k) beginning on the 90th day of employment for full-time employees.
• Wellness benefits beginning on the 90th day of employment for full-time employees.
• Eligibility for a discretionary annual incentive based on company and individual performance.
• Shift differential for 2nd- and 3rd-shift opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed