Material Handler, 2nd shift (2:30pm - 11:00pm)

Sunstar•Schaumburg, IL

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Sunstar Americas, Inc. is seeking a Material Handler to join Department 153. This role involves storing and distributing incoming materials to production departments or the warehouse, producing electronic pick lists, pulling materials for work orders, and returning unused materials to the warehouse. The Material Handler will play a key role in ensuring the smooth operation of material flow within the facility.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED equivalent
Ability to read and follow SOP’s (Standard Operating Procedures)
Ability to follow written and verbal instructions/direction
Basic Computer and Math skills required
Good communication skills and detail oriented
Initiative & Follow-up
Inclusiveness/Teamwork: respects the ideas and contributions of everyone
Quality & Continuous Improvement: strives for efficient, high quality performance in themselves and the department
Ability to interact effectively with multiple groups and departments as part of regular job function e.g. co-workers, peers, supervisors, shipping/receiving, warehouse, Engineering, Planning, etc.
Meet all requirements to qualify for certification in the use of powered forklifts, i.e. Driver’s License.
Will receive training in Forklift Safety and Operation and will be required to obtain recertification as needed.

Responsibilities

Review production schedule for shift to determine required raw materials.
Produce/prepare electronic pick lists for warehouse, retrieve materials and locate in appropriate staging area.
Perform routine cleaning/maintenance requirements on equipment used within the department or job tasks.
Remove finished goods and place on skids in appropriate staging area.
Replenish skids of product, boxes, cartons, and components as required following delivery from the warehouse.
Pick material from the warehouse when required.
Maintain stock room and stocking locations in orderly condition.
Follow safety rules and keep work area in a clean and orderly condition.
Sort and store all raw materials in departmental locations.
Keep Packaging machines stocked and ready to run production at all times.
Assure that the area is well stocked and organized in order to minimize errors.
Move finished goods and/or work in process from manufacturing areas to staging line.
Move raw materials to production departments upon receipt from the warehouse.
Return unused items from production departments to warehouse as needed by performing return transaction on the computer.
Place stock items in appropriate storage location and note location in computer system.

Benefits

Comprehensive insurance coverage that includes Medical, Vision, Life and disability insurance plans along with enhanced Dental benefits.
Wellness program including an onsite fitness center.
401K retirement plan with 5% employer match (Pretax and Roth options)
401k profit sharing contribution based on company performance
Paid holidays and generous paid time off.
Competitive annual bonus and sales incentive programs
On-site café featuring daily specials with dinner-to-go options.
Miles of beautifully maintained walking trails.
Numerous employee appreciation events throughout the year.
Professional development and training classes