Material Handler II - Cycle Counting

Visual Comfort & Co.•Skokie, IL
•$18 - $18•Onsite

About The Position

The Material Handler II reports directly to the Department Manager within a distribution facility and performs advanced material handling and inventory functions. The role handles shipping, receiving, picking, packing, checking, and cycle counting with a high degree of accuracy and independence. The Material Handler II is a knowledgeable warehouse resource who pays close attention to detail, identifies subtle differences in item numbers, and uses warehouse systems and equipment proficiently. The role may also assist with training, troubleshooting, and workflow efficiency while maintaining safety, quality, and productivity standards.

Requirements

  • At least 6 months to 1 year of full-time industry experience in a warehouse, distribution center, order fulfillment center, logistics, supply chain operations, or manufacturing environment.
  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Ability to read, write, understand, and speak English.
  • Strong aptitude for and proficiency navigating systems and programs.
  • Exceptional organizational and time-management skills, with strong attention to detail.
  • Ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks and changing priorities.
  • Ability to achieve results independently and through others by fostering teamwork and cooperation.
  • Exceptional communication across email, chat, and phone.
  • Availability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends, early mornings, and late evenings.
  • Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.
  • Must be authorized to work in the United States; employment-based immigration sponsorship and assistance with other immigration sponsorship or benefits are not provided.

Nice To Haves

  • Experience in interior design, custom home building products, luxury home furnishings, and/or the lighting industry.

Responsibilities

  • Operate a pallet jack.
  • Receive product deliveries and unload shipping containers.
  • Scan and stock product accurately, promptly, and neatly in its primary location.
  • Use a handheld scanner.
  • Maintain established picking accuracy and quantity standards.
  • Communicate picking work order issues, including out-of-stock items and location issues, to Material Admins.
  • Complete assigned cycle counts, physical inventories, random or receipt audits, and reconciliations.
  • Research and reconcile inventory discrepancies.
  • Evaluate materials for inaccuracies against picking tickets.
  • Complete clerical tasks such as labeling and tagging boxes for shipment.
  • Pack items quickly and properly within established time limits and standards.
  • Operate machines and equipment to assist with packing.
  • Follow safety and OSHA guidelines, work rules, and policies, and maintain housekeeping inside and outside the facility.
  • Maintain workplace attendance, dependability, punctuality, and adherence to the schedule set by the Manager.
  • Support and adhere to VCC Core Values.
  • Work effectively with others to accomplish organizational goals and identify and resolve problems.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

  • Structured training program, ongoing education, and career advancement opportunities.
  • Generous vacation accrual and paid time off policies.
  • Seven paid holidays per year and two floating holidays.
  • Competitive compensation plan.
  • Company coverage of the majority of employee medical premiums, with vision and dental coverage available beginning the first of the month following the start date.
  • Company-provided life insurance and short-term disability coverage.
  • 401(k) plan with company matching up to 4%, available beginning the first of the month following hire.
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