W-12 Material Handler 1st Shift

RJW Logistics Group•Romeoville, IL

11h•Onsite

About The Position

RJW Logistics Group is hiring a Material Handler for their 1st shift. The company emphasizes that 'OUR PEOPLE ARE OUR FUTURE. THAT’S WHY THEY COME FIRST.' RJW is dedicated to hiring and developing talent who want to make an impact and be a part of an industry-leading organization. They are committed to employee success and continuous innovation in the retail logistics industry. A key program offered is the Employee Ownership Program, allowing employees to become co-owners, enjoy financial rewards through share appreciation, and feel a deeper connection to the company. This program is at no cost to the employee, with shares given yearly based on salary. The job purpose is to operate forklifts safely and efficiently, handle freight properly, maintain the warehouse, load/unload trucks, stage and check shipments, store stock, and provide material handling services for shipping and receiving activities. This includes picking customer orders and loading trailers using a forklift, while maintaining forklift safety and following all safety policies and procedures.

Requirements

Ability to operate reach truck and /or Walkie Rider.
General understanding of computers and handheld RF equipment.
Flexible to work 10 to 12 hours shifts when necessary and not afraid of heights.
He/she must be able to read, write, and understand English.
Attention to detail and quality a must.
Good communication, clear and concise, problem resolution, and people skills.
Flexibility in working overtime when needed, and supplying coverage to other shifts.
Major experience on reach truck or stand-up forklift/EPJs
Experience in building pallets with stock and breaking down stock to fill independent orders.
Experience in cross docking freight process.
Ability to work in a fast paced warehouse.
3-6 months of forklift driving experience in a warehouse using reach truck/stand-up forklifts and Electric Pallet Jacks.
Good stable work record.
High School Diploma or general education diploma (GED).

Nice To Haves

Warehousing certifications a plus.
PC skills helpful.

Responsibilities

Assists Warehouse Manager to ensure efficient operation of the warehouse.
Loads and unloads RJW truck / trailers safely and efficiently using proper procedures, including outside carriers equipment.
Picking and moving stock from 1 lb. to 50 lbs. multiple times.
Ensures all shipments are correctly staged and loaded properly.
Maintains warehouse area with orderly stacking and good housekeeping.
Processing outbound cross-dock freight as necessary.
Oversees storing stock properly in the warehouse and moving product into the storage racks.
Works from warehouse operations sheets using a forklift to pick customer orders and load on trailers.
Records and verifies the accuracy of the shipments against the paperwork for incoming and outgoing shipments / deliveries.
Ensures all documentation and paperwork is properly completed.
Operates forklifts safely and efficiently following all OSHA regulations, RJW safety policies, and procedures.
Completes daily forklift maintenance inspections.
Handles all customer products properly and orderly.
Checks deliveries for poor packing, general condition of materials, and free of damage. Alerts Warehouse Supervisor of any problems, taking pictures if necessary.
Reports all accidents / incidents, to employee, damage of stock, or building damage to the Shift Supervisor immediately.
Spotting of trailers to maintain efficient yard organization and flow of equipment for the day.
Maintains access to dock doors both inside and outside the facility keeping them free of debris or snow.
Other tasks as assigned by manager.