Material Handler - Day Shift

Intertape Polymer Group (IPG)•Chicago, IL

About The Position

The Material Handler works in Operations and moves supplies throughout the plant. Using powered industrial trucks, the role moves raw materials to production lines, organizes assigned work areas, and stages finished products according to supervisor instructions. The Material Handler tracks and sorts inventory, loads outbound trailers, and ensures materials and products entering and leaving the production facility are accurate. The role also completes required paperwork, relieves production employees as assigned and trained, follows a safety-first approach while applying IPS lean manufacturing skills, and performs related tasks requested by the supervisor.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least 2 years of manufacturing experience, including previous powered industrial truck experience.
Licensed to use powered industrial trucks under IPG protocols.
Ability to meet objectives with minimum supervision.
Basic computer skills, math skills, and English written communication skills.
Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to stand and walk for up to 12 hours at a time.
Ability to lift and maneuver up to 50 pounds continuously.
Ability to consistently lift arms and work within the full range of arm motion.

Responsibilities

Move raw materials to production lines using powered industrial trucks.
Organize the assigned work area and stage finished products according to supervisor instructions.
Track and sort inventory while loading trailers for outbound shipment.
Ensure the accuracy of materials and products entering and exiting the production facility.
Complete required paperwork.
Relieve in production as assigned and trained.
Perform work with a safety-first mentality and use IPS lean manufacturing skills.
Complete related tasks as requested by the supervisor.