Material Handler - Raymond Forklift

S&C Electric Company • Chicago, IL

40d • Onsite

About The Position

The Material Handler – Basic is responsible for transporting materials from supply stores to drop-off locations using a standup tugger, Raymond Driver, and stand-up forklift. Trigger cards and internal applications are used to notify the Material Handler that additional stock is needed. This position completes forklift training requirements needed in order to advance to the intermediate level. At S&C, we are dedicated to providing competitive and equitable compensation for all our team members, with a commitment to transparency in our pay practices. The estimated hourly base pay rate for this position is $20.00. This role is also eligible for S&C’s annual short-term incentive bonus, subject to eligibility criteria.

Requirements

• 1-3 years of demonstrated experience in a material handling or related role within a manufacturing environment.
• 1-2 years' experience operating a powered industrial vehicle to physically move and deliver material with zero incident.
• 1-2 years' experience loading and unloading trucks.
• Must have experience using/operating (Raymond Forklift, Standup Forklift, Stand-Up Tugger)
• High school diploma/GED
• 1-3 years' experience in a manufacturing, material management or warehousing setting.
• Experience with computer equipment (tablets, scanners) to make inventory transactions.
• Proficient iPad, scanning and computer skills with the ability to review and respond to requests via internal applications.
• Basic math skills with the ability to calculate quantities and weights accurately.
• Strong communication skills (written and verbal) with the ability to articulate information efficiently and effectively to team members in a variety of production support departments.
• Ability to work collaboratively and independently to meet requirements of assigned materials requests.
• Willingness to work in a manufacturing environment, including physically moving raw materials for most of the work day.
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills with the ability to understand and complete requests given by team member inside and outside of the department.
• Forklift license/ certification.
• Experience with handling Hazardous goods.

Responsibilities

• Use a Powered Industrial Vehicle (PIV) to physically deliver materials to dedicated drop-off locations within the manufacturing facility. (Stand-Up Forklift, Sit-Down Forklift, Stand-Up Tugger) Adhering to all safety and environmental policy at all times. Maintain recertifications and trainings related to PIV licenses.
• Understand and comply with all applicable Company policies and rules.
• Utilize Oracle ERP to receive purchase orders, check information, determine part quantities, locations, and receiving history.
• Meet department targets and consistently adhere to quality and safety standards.
• Ability to determine accurate order quantities with great attention to detail for packaging MRP orders.
• Use of hand tools, power tools, and precision measuring instruments such as scales and calipers.
• Utilize scanners to receive purchase orders, transfer material and transact orders.
• Complete deliveries of items to the proper internal customers, ensuring items are transferred to the correct locations.
• Unloading vans and trucks, ensuring efficient and safe use of departmental space.
• Loading/ unloading open deck trailers using a forklift and/or overhead crane.
• Load and pack trucks, ensuring safe transportation of goods and efficient use of space.
• Utilize scanners to identify finished goods loaded on trucks.
• Work with departmental mentors to gain and apply feedback in pursuit of improved work quality and accuracy.
• Maintain regular and punctual attendance and adherence to policy.
• Communicate effectively and respectfully with others.
• Attend in-person or virtual meetings as requested or required.
• Other responsibilities as assigned.
• Maintain ongoing training requirements.
• Flexibility to work overtime when required and as scheduled by management.

Benefits

• Medical & Prescription
• Dental
• Vision
• Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Group Life Insurance
• optional Supplemental Life and AD&D Insurance
• Wellbeing Resources including Employee Assistance Program and Family Forming Benefits (i.e., Adoption and Fertility support)
• Vacation Time
• Sick Time
• Paid Holidays and Company Shutdown days
• Short-Term Disability
• Long-Term Disability
• Other Leaves
• Paid Parental Time
• Military Leave
• 401(k) Retirement Savings and Employee Stock Ownership Plan (KSOP) offering traditional and Roth 401(k) options and an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) component
• annual ESOP company contributions of over 11% of eligible earnings (3% Core, up to 3.5% Match, Variable Periodic)

What This Job Offers

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