Material Handler - Joliet IL

RJW Logistics Group•Joliet, IL

10d•Onsite

About The Position

RJW Logistics Group is hiring a Material Handler to load and unload RJW trucks and outside carriers, ensure shipments are correctly stored in the warehouse, and pick customer orders from inventory. The position involves operating warehouse equipment, handling inbound and outbound freight, maintaining an orderly and safe warehouse, and coordinating with drivers, dispatch, and sales to address discrepancies. The role also includes completing shipment documentation, yard and trailer organization, cross-dock processing, and other duties assigned by management. The position requires forklift-driving experience and certification. A high school diploma or GED is preferred. Candidates must communicate, read, write, and speak English; use business operating systems, internet, word-processing, and spreadsheet software; and apply basic mathematics and practical problem-solving skills. The work includes frequent standing and walking, occasional lifting or moving of up to 50 pounds, and the ability to work beyond eight continuous hours when required. Employees may be exposed occasionally to moving mechanical parts, fumes, and airborne particles; noise ranges from quiet to moderately loud. The role also requires clear communication, visual discernment with 20/20 corrected vision, and the physical capacity described in the posting.

Requirements

At least 1 year of forklift-driving experience.
Certified forklift license.
Ability to operate a forklift, cherry picker, and stand-up reach forklift.
Good communication, problem-resolution, and people skills.
Ability to maintain orderly warehouse operations.
Ability to communicate, read, write, and speak English.
Ability to read and interpret business, professional, technical, and regulatory materials; write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals; and present information and respond to questions.
Ability to perform arithmetic with whole numbers, fractions, and decimals; calculate rates, ratios, and percentages; and interpret bar graphs.
Ability to solve practical problems, interpret written, oral, diagram, or schedule instructions, identify root causes, and determine corrective actions.
Knowledge of business operating systems, internet software, word-processing software, and spreadsheet software.
Ability to occasionally lift or move up to 50 pounds.
Ability to activate phone systems using keyboards and buttons, and to speak and communicate clearly over telephones.
Ability to sit and/or perform repetitive hand motions; frequently talk, hear, stand, and walk.
Ability to work more than eight continuous hours when required and maintain accuracy and concentration in stressful situations while managing more than one task.
Ability to discern visual images on varied media with 20/20 corrected vision.
Sound physical health as determined by a certified licensed physician, with no evidence of controlled-substance use.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED is preferred.

Responsibilities

Load and unload trucks and trailers safely and efficiently, including use of outside carrier equipment.
Pick and move items weighing from 1 pound to 50 pounds or more multiple times.
Complete required shipment documentation.
Coordinate with dispatch and sales to resolve discrepancies.
Store inbound loads in the correct warehouse locations and ensure shipments are properly marked before storing or picking.
Maintain orderly warehouse operations, including proper stacking and housekeeping.
Spot trailers to support yard organization and the flow of equipment into the warehouse.
Coordinate paperwork with drivers after normal dispatch operations are finished for the day.
Perform general maintenance of the area surrounding the warehouse.
Sweep empty trailers clean of debris.
Stage and load shipments correctly.
Process outbound and cross-dock freight as necessary.
Operate stand-up reach forklifts, cherry pickers, and some sit-down forklift equipment.
Follow safety procedures at all times.
Build pallets and break down stock.
Work in a fast-paced warehouse environment.
Perform other tasks as assigned by a manager.

Benefits

401(k)
401(k) matching
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Employee discount
Flexible spending account
Health savings account
Paid time off and sick days
Short- and long-term disability insurance
Accidental and critical illness insurance
Attendance incentive of up to $2,400 for good attendance, subject to policy rules and details
Referral bonus of up to $500 per referral, subject to policy rules and details
Hiring bonus of up to $1,000, subject to policy rules and details
Employee ownership program, including yearly shares based on salary while employed and potential share appreciation
Step pay increases of $0.50 after 90 days and again after 180 days for Material Handlers
Additional $0.50 per hour for certified or qualified forklift, walkie rider, or cherry picker drivers
Additional $1.00 per hour for certified or qualified reach truck drivers