Material Handler II - Production

Visual Comfort • Skokie, IL

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Material Handler II works in Visual Comfort & Co.’s distribution facility and reports directly to the Department Manager. This role performs advanced material-handling and inventory functions, including shipping, receiving, picking, packing, checking, and cycle counting with a high degree of accuracy and independence. The Material Handler II serves as a knowledgeable warehouse resource, using warehouse systems and equipment and identifying subtle differences in item numbers. The position may also assist with training, troubleshooting, and workflow efficiency while maintaining safety, quality, and productivity standards.

The schedule listed is Monday through Friday, 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.; the posting also says candidates must be available for a flexible schedule, including weekends, early mornings, and late evenings. Compensation is $18 per hour, based on individual factors including skill set, relevant experience, and work location.

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.

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 products accurately, promptly, and neatly in their primary locations using a handheld scanner.
• Maintain picking accuracy and quantity rates at established standards.
• Communicate picking work-order issues, such as out-of-stock items or location problems, to Material Admins.
• Complete assigned cycle counts, physical inventories, random audits, receipt audits, and reconciliations.
• Research and reconcile inventory discrepancies.
• Evaluate materials against picking tickets for inaccuracies.
• Complete clerical tasks, including labeling and tagging boxes for shipment.
• Pack items quickly and properly within established time limits and standards.
• Operate machines and equipment used in the packing process.
• Follow safety and OSHA guidelines, work rules, and policies, and maintain housekeeping inside and outside the facility.
• Demonstrate dependability, punctuality, and adherence to the schedule agreed upon with the Manager.
• Support and adhere to Visual Comfort & Co. Core Values.
• Work effectively with others to accomplish organizational goals and identify and resolve problems.
• Maintain workplace presence to collaborate and communicate effectively with coworkers and teams.
• 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.
• Company covers the majority of employee medical premiums.
• Vision and dental coverage available starting 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED