Material Handler 1st Shift - DeKalb, IL

National Guard Employment Network

Dekalb, IL

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JOB DETAILS

SALARY

SKILLS

Business Operations, Business Support, Candidate Sourcing, Communication Skills, Distribution Services, English Language, Forklift, GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices), Inventory Control System, Inventory Management, Lift/Move 50 Pounds, Loading/Unloading, Microsoft Excel, Military, Operational Support, Order Picking/Packing, Organizational Skills, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Product Shipments, Regulations, SAP, Safety/Work Safety, Warehousing, Writing Skills

LOCATION

Dekalb, IL

POSTED

Today

Job Description

ATTENTION MILITARY AFFILIATED JOB SEEKERS - Our organization works with partner companies to source qualified talent for their open roles. The following position is available to Veterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard and Reserve Members, Military Spouses, Wounded Warriors, and their Caregivers. If you have the required skill set, education requirements, and experience, please click the submit button and follow the next steps. Unless specifically stated otherwise, this role is "On-Site" at the location detailed in the job post.
Position requires ability to work overtime. As a result, it may require working varying start times, end times, and weekends dependent on business needs.

Core hours are 4am-2pm Monday-Thursday

Want to make an impact?
The Material Handler, reporting to the Warehouse Supervisor, keeps the candy moving at our packaging and distribution center. This role powers our operation by transporting candy and packaging to and from packaging lines, the warehouse, and trailers using a stand-up forklift. You'll keep packaging and return areas organized, load and unload trailers, and make sure every shipment of candy gets where it needs to go-fresh, fast, and ready to delight.

Ways you will make a difference
Completes the forklift driver's daily checklist form.
Replenishes fluids and generates maintenance work request forms for repairs needed.
Maintains a safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
Picks and stages packaging and supplies at work sites.
Receives materials from production by verifying and identifying information and quantity of materials, placing materials in inventory.
Load and unload trailers.
Verifies case/pallet counts and patterns.
Reports any discrepancies to the floor and/or the department supervisor.
Conducts assigned work in a safe manner and adheres to all safety methods and GMP's
Assists with inventory reconciliation process.
Maintains inventory control system by tracking, moving, and shipping the product using "SAP system" and/or Excel spreadsheet.
Performs duties in a safe manner and report all observed safety hazards to managers.
Flexibility to work outside of core hours to support business operations
Performs all other related duties assigned by management.

Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities

Skills that will make you successful
Ability to read, write and speak English.
Ability to work with minimum supervision.
Must possess good written and verbal communication skills.
Promote teamwork, possess a good attitude, and exhibit flexibility and willingness to perform tasks as needed.
Experiences that will support your success
Minimum of 1 year experience driving a stand-up forklift
Minimum of 1 year experience with a stretch wrapper and hand jack.
Minimum of 1 year experience with SAP or similar preferred
Ability to lift 50 lbs.
What We Offer
At Ferrara, we're proud to support our employees by providing comprehensive benefits such as health insurance, dental insurance, a 401(k), and paid time off (PTO). Eligible employees may also receive an annual bonus based on company performance.
Compensation
The pay rate for this role is $25.00 hourly.

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