Material Handler (1st Shift) - Woodridge IL

APL Logistics•Woodridge, IL

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Material Handler locates, moves, and loads customer products by hand and with non-motorized equipment onto and from pallets, trays, racks, and shelves. The role counts, weighs, and records handled materials and completes order processing tasks such as stenciling, shrink wrapping, labeling, and consolidating products. It also involves preparing trailers for loading, maintaining the facility and grounds, and assisting with physical inventories. The position supports safe, accurate warehouse operations by following established procedures and safety regulations, preparing and documenting shipments, inspecting equipment and trailers, and completing reports. Performance is expected to meet and occasionally exceed company standards for safety, food safety, sanitation, quality, productivity, and customer service. The role applies the APL Logistics Continuous Improvement (ACI) Model and 5S Lean methodology to improve operational efficiency and maintain a safe, clean, and orderly facility.

Requirements

1–2 years of warehouse or related work experience.
Ability to read and comprehend basic instructions and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedures.
Ability to operate non-motorized equipment, conveyor systems, Warehouse Management Systems, and packing material systems.
Ability to write legibly.
Basic math skills.
Attention to detail.
Ability to communicate in a professional and positive manner.
English language skills.
Ability to work as a team player.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of distribution and warehousing.
Commitment to teamwork and collaboration.
Respect for others and ability to foster trust and a positive work environment.
Creativity and innovation in the workplace.
Strong customer focus.

Responsibilities

Accurately locate and load customer products by hand and with non-motorized equipment onto and from pallets, trays, racks, and shelves according to established procedures and safety regulations.
Count, weigh, and record the number of units handled on the daily production sheet.
Complete order processing tasks, including stenciling, shrink wrapping, labeling, and consolidating products as required.
Remove material samples, label them with identifying information, and deliver them to a laboratory for analysis before loading.
Load picked orders according to customer loading diagrams or instructions and sequence; complete required paperwork, including the Bill of Lading, Pick Report, Trailer Audit, and Lot Verification.
Unload, move, stack, and stage customer products and materials by hand and with non-motorized equipment, maintaining appropriate records and reports.
Inspect tow-motor vehicles daily and repair or adjust them before operation in accordance with safety and maintenance instructions.
Inspect and clean trailers as needed before loading to help preserve products.
Assist with building and grounds maintenance to keep the facility clean, neat, safe, and orderly.
Complete activity and statistical reports as assigned by the supervisor.
Assist with physical inventories and ensure the facility and its contents are secure.
Perform housekeeping, assemble crates, and move loose materials to containers as directed by the supervisor.
Participate in Safety and 5S requirements.
Apply the APL Logistics Continuous Improvement (ACI) Model to improve operational efficiency and eliminate waste.
Apply 5S Lean methodology to sustain a safe, clean, and orderly facility.