Material Handler

Novolex•Grant Park, IL

13d•$18 - $21•Onsite

About The Position

Novolex is hiring a Material Handler in Grant Park, Illinois. The position reports to the Logistics Supervisor and is responsible for loading and unloading trucks and stocking production lines to maintain inventory and ensure necessary materials are available for continuous operation. The role also supports plant product food safety management programs, initiatives, and objectives. The position offers a starting pay rate of $17.92–$20.96 per hour. Available overnight shifts are Sunday–Thursday or Monday–Friday, 11:00 p.m.–7:00 a.m.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent education.
Forklift certification.
Reading, writing, and computation skills normally acquired through completion of high school.
Manual dexterity.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds frequently.
Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time (2–6 hours).
Ability to withstand seasonal temperature extremes and frequent bending, pushing, and reaching.

Responsibilities

Operate a forklift to load and unload trailers, ensuring materials are delivered to appropriate areas and put away.
Stock raw materials or product.
Process finished product or raw material, which may include wrapping, weighing, tagging, and palletizing product.
Maintain timely and accurate records of inventory and other necessary paperwork.
Maintain a clean and organized work area.
Perform other related duties and responsibilities as required or assigned.
Support plant product food safety management programs, initiatives, and objectives.