Material Handler 1

RJW Logistics Group•Channahon, IL

24d

About The Position

The Material Handler performs loading and unloading of RJW trucks and outside carriers, ensures shipments are stored correctly in the warehouse, and picks orders from warehouse inventory as directed by customers. The role also supports inbound and outbound freight handling, cross-docking, trailer and yard organization, documentation, safety, and warehouse housekeeping. The employee may be assigned other tasks by a manager.

Requirements

At least 1 year of forklift-driving experience.
Certified forklift license.
Ability to operate a forklift, cherry picker, and stand-up reach forklift.
Good communication, problem-resolution, and people skills.
Ability to communicate, read, write, and speak English.
Ability to read and interpret business and technical materials, write reports and business correspondence, and present information to groups.
Ability to perform arithmetic calculations and interpret bar graphs.
Ability to solve practical problems, interpret written and oral instructions, identify root causes, and determine corrective actions.
Knowledge of business operating systems, internet software, word-processing software, and spreadsheet software.
Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
Ability to work more than 8 continuous hours when required.
Ability to work under stressful conditions, maintain accuracy and concentration, and handle more than one task at a time.
Ability to read visual images with 20/20 corrected vision.
Clear communication over the telephone.
Sound physical health as determined by a certified licensed physician, with no evidence of controlled-substance use.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED is preferred.

Responsibilities

Load and unload trucks and trailers safely and efficiently, including use of outside-carrier equipment.
Pick and move items weighing from 1 pound to 50 pounds or more multiple times.
Complete shipment documentation and coordinate with dispatch and sales to resolve discrepancies.
Store inbound loads in the correct warehouse locations and ensure shipments are properly marked before storing or picking.
Maintain orderly warehouse stacking and good housekeeping.
Spot trailers to maintain efficient yard organization and equipment flow into the warehouse.
Coordinate paperwork with drivers after normal dispatch operations are finished for the day.
Perform general maintenance of the area surrounding the warehouse.
Ensure empty trailers are swept clean of debris.
Stage and load shipments correctly.
Process outbound and cross-dock freight as necessary.
Operate stand-up reach forklifts, cherry pickers, and some sit-down forklift equipment.
Follow safety procedures at all times.
Build pallets and break down stock.
Maintain orderly warehouse operations and work effectively in a fast-paced warehouse.
Perform other tasks as assigned by a manager.

Benefits

Employee ownership program, with shares given yearly based on salary while employed.
401(k) matching.
Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Employee discount.
Flexible spending account.
Health savings account.
Paid time off.
Sick days.
Long-term disability insurance.
Short-term disability insurance.
Accidental insurance.
Critical illness insurance.
Disability insurance.