Material Handler/Operator II - Melrose Park, IL

CMA CGM • Melrose Park, IL

7d • $19 - $24 • Onsite

About The Position

CEVA Logistics is seeking a Material Handler/Operator II for their Air Import division in Melrose Park, IL. This role involves executing essential operational processes in a safe and efficient warehouse environment. The ideal candidate will have strong equipment operation skills, a passion for warehouse logistics, and enjoy leading a team. CEVA Logistics offers a dynamic work environment that fosters personal growth, innovation, and continuous improvement, with opportunities to shape the future of global trade.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• Typically, at least five years of warehousing or related logistics experience.
• Ability to operate hand and power tools, including hand truck, pallet jack, and related warehouse equipment.
• Basic proficiency in Internet, web-based and job specific software applications.
• Ability to become forklift certified, when required.
• Ability to prioritize and assign work and provide training and guidance to staff.
• Responds promptly and professionally to customer needs.
• Ability to perform in a team environment.
• Ability to read, comprehend and complete basic checklists, forms or other related documents.
• Must be able to work 3rd shift hours with minimal supervision.

Nice To Haves

• Forklift Certification typically required in most operations within 3 to 6 months of hire
• Valid state issued driver’s license preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and provide excellent customer service to internal and external customers.
• Serve as a lead to staff and provide work direction, performing the most complex operations and ensuring employees are trained.
• Prioritize and assign work and provide work direction.
• Perform all forklift requirements, including heavy and oversized pieces.
• Coordinate receipts, storage and distribution of materials, tools, equipment and products within assigned area.
• Sort and place materials or items on racks, shelves, or in bins according to predetermined sequence.
• Operate hand tools to close or opens bales, build or tear down crates, and other containers or material.
• Complete or verify appropriate forms, documents, labels and other information to ensure the accuracy of inventory, monitor and track material and successful receiving and/or delivery of goods.
• Oversee various warehouse maintenance tasks.
• Identify potential operational or service concerns, notify appropriate co-workers and assist with resolving.
• Prepare and assemble orders, pick and count material, move and load materials between operations or trucks using labor or manual equipment.

Benefits

• Competitive Paid Time Off
• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Employee benefits platform with discounts on gym memberships and a diverse range of retail, travel, car and hospitality brands
• Pet insurance
• Multiple health plans (company contribution to health savings account)
• Prescription coverage
• Dental coverage
• Vision coverage
• Company paid life insurance
• Company paid accident insurance
• Company paid short-term disability coverage
• Company paid long-term disability coverage
• Employee assistance plan
• Voluntary benefits including additional life insurance, AD&D coverage, buy-up short- and long-term disability, critical illness, identify theft & legal plan.
• 401(k) with company match
• Flexible Paid Time Off programs including company paid holidays.
• Tuition reimbursement program.

What This Job Offers

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