Material Handler II - Production

Visual Comfort & Co. • Skokie, IL

3d • $18 - $18 • Onsite

About The Position

The Material Handler II reports directly to the Department Manager within the 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 serves as a knowledgeable warehouse resource, demonstrating attention to detail, the ability to identify subtle differences in item numbers, and proficiency with warehouse systems and equipment. The position may 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.
• Aptitude for and proficiency navigating systems and programs.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills and 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.
• Strong 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, or the lighting industry.

Responsibilities

• Operate 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, including out-of-stock items and location problems, 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 agreed-upon schedule.
• 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

• Generous vacation accrual and paid time off.
• Seven paid holidays per year and two floating holidays.
• Competitive compensation plan.
• Company covers the majority of employee medical premiums; vision and dental coverage are 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.
• Structured training, ongoing education, and opportunities for career advancement.

What This Job Offers

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