Material Handler

Combined Metals Company, LLC•Bellwood, IL

About The Position

The Material Handler operates equipment for production processing and performs warehouse duties, including accurately loading and unloading materials, following shipping instructions, and completing order-pulling and loading paperwork using a barcoding system. The role includes inspecting equipment and reporting repair needs or issues, following safety procedures and company policies, and recommending improvements to operational efficiency and safety. The employee must be able to operate an air-compressed bander, read packaging instructions on work orders, and handle or cross-train for tasks that help the company meet its goals. The position requires a high school degree or equivalent, basic math skills, knowledge of the Standard/Imperial measuring system, experience with measuring instruments, and forklift experience. Related-field or manufacturing experience or training is preferred. The employee must be able to work from written specifications and verbal instructions, collaborate and communicate effectively, maintain good attendance, and be generally willing to work overtime. The job requires standing, walking, handling objects, reaching frequently above the shoulders, climbing steps or balancing, and regularly lifting or moving up to 50 pounds. Reasonable accommodation may be made for individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Requirements

High school degree or equivalent.
Ability to use and understand basic mathematics, including addition, subtraction, fractions, and decimals.
Knowledge of the Standard/Imperial measuring system.
Ability to use basic measuring instruments, including micrometers, digital calipers, and a tape measure.
Forklift experience.
Ability to work from written specifications and verbal instructions.
Good attendance record.
Ability to work effectively with other employees and good communication skills.
Strong organizational skills and a positive attitude.
Capacity and desire to learn; openness to learning about lean manufacturing.
Generally willing to work overtime.
Ability to pass a pre-employment background screening and drug screening.
Ability to stand, walk, use hands and fingers to handle or feel, reach with hands and arms frequently above the shoulders, climb steps or balance, and hear.
Ability to regularly lift or move up to 50 pounds.
Vision abilities including close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.