Material Handler

For more than 25 years, the Atlas Management team has provided management and human resources solutions to businesses, and employment opportunities to individuals.

Material Handler 3rd shift

Payrate-$20 an hr.

Location-Woodridge Illinois

POSITION SUMMARY: Receive, move, locate & pick/kit raw materials for production and finished goods for sales orders in support of the production process.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Warehouse Associate
Essential Responsibilities of the role-
Works with some direction from Supervisor or Lead
Ability to follow and take direction
Must be able to multi-task
Perform miscellaneous tasks as assigned
Capable of navigating the computer for the basic functions (Email/AX/HR Forms/Reviews)
Thoroughly understands and complies with all safety processes, requirements and process SOP's
Proper handling of Hazardous Material
Follows DOT hazardous material procedures in accordance with training
Maintains a 5-S work environment
Demonstrates time management skills/capable of completing assigned tasks in a timely manner
Demonstrates a willingness to work overtime/stay later in support of customer and production demands
Demonstrates the ability to process internal customer requests in a timely manner with guidance and direction
Operate forklift safely and efficiently (regular sit down and aisle master models)
Capable of operating other job equipment/tools (scale/Lantech wrappers/banding equipment/dock equipment/barrel grabber attachment) safely and efficiently
Understands the layout of the warehouse and where materials are stored
Familiar with the different materials/containers (raw materials/solids/liquids/finished goods)
Processes FG's for storage accurately and efficiently (wrap/verify/locate product)
Capable of loading/unloading trailers safely and efficiently
Capable of picking materials for sales orders accurately
Capable of prepping/staging outbound sales orders for shipment
Capable of loading outbound sales orders for shipment with guidance (loading patterns/blocking & bracing/semi-trailer or rail/intermodal shipments)
Capable of performing the production support position (empty pallet, tote & drum removal) safely/efficiently
Performs inventory and shipment audit checks for materials accurately and efficiently
At least 1-2 years' prior applicable experience
Education, Experience and/or Skills Required:
One to two years' experience in a fast-paced shipping/warehousing operation
One to two years' experience in a manufacturing environment desired
Prior knowledge of chemicals and hazmat handling a plus
Must possess a high school education or equivalent and pass a pre-employment drug screen and physical; must be at least 18 years
Must be safety orientated at all times, prior forklift experience desired/is a plus
Must possess strong attention to detail, positive attitude, teamwork and adaptability
Must possess the ability to accurately follow instructions, good verbal and written communication skills and be detail orientated.
Must possess basic math skills and be able to read, write and comprehend instructions in English
Must follow work rules, work independently, be flexible and be willing to perform a variety of jobs.
Must possess the ability to multi-task
Physical/Mental Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Must be able to pass respirator fit test and medical evaluation
Must be clean shaven to meet work requirements
Ability to work on your feet / sit on forklift for prolonged periods of time
Regularly walks, climbs, stoops, kneels, bends, crouches and crawls
Ability to use hands and arms to lift and reach overhead, carry, grasp, push and pull
Ability to hear at normal speaking levels
Required to have visual acuity to regularly utilize close vision, depth perception, and peripheral vision to operate forklift
Regularly required to do repetitive motions
Be able to lift up to 75 lbs. repetitively during the course of work shift
Subject to internal environmental hazards, including a variety of physical conditions and proximity to moving mechanical parts and atmospheric conditions that may affect the respiratory system
Must be able to operate a computer, computer accessories and phone
Ability to operate a forklift