Material Handler

ProLogistix
  • Chicago Heights, IL
  • Full-time
  • Instant Apply
1 day ago

Job Description

Material Handler

Join Our Team!

We are currently seeking dependable and motivated Material Handlers to support our warehouse and distribution operations. In this role, you will play a key part in ensuring products are received, stored, picked, packed, and shipped accurately while maintaining a safe and efficient work environment.

Position Summary

Reporting to the Logistics Supervisor, the Material Handler is responsible for a variety of warehouse functions, including shipping, receiving, inventory control, order fulfillment, and forklift operation. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, safety-focused, and committed to maintaining high levels of accuracy and productivity.

Key Responsibilities

Warehouse & Logistics Operations

  • Perform daily warehouse activities including receiving, stocking, picking, packing, and shipping products.
  • Safely operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and other material handling equipment.
  • Conduct cycle counts and assist with inventory accuracy initiatives.
  • Load and unload trucks while ensuring product integrity.

Order Fulfillment

  • Accurately pick and pack customer orders according to company standards.
  • Stage, audit, and prepare shipments for outbound delivery.
  • Verify product quantities and ensure orders are completed on time.

Documentation & Inventory Control

  • Process warehouse documentation such as bills of lading, shipping paperwork, returns, and receiving records.
  • Maintain accurate inventory transactions and assist with inventory investigations as needed.

System & Equipment Support

  • Assist with the operation and basic troubleshooting of automated packing and warehouse systems.
  • Report equipment issues and support routine maintenance activities.

 


Qualifications

  • High school diploma or GED preferred.
  • Previous warehouse, distribution, or logistics experience preferred.
  • Prior forklift experience on stand up lifts
  • Ability to safely operate material handling equipment after training/certification.
  • Working knowledge of inventory and warehouse procedures preferred.
  • Familiarity with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) is beneficial.

Physical Requirements

  • Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 pounds.
  • Frequent standing, walking, bending, and reaching throughout the shift.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced warehouse environment.

Numbers & Facts

LocationChicago Heights, IL
Job TypeFull-time

Skills

  • Billing Recordsunmatched
  • Detail Orientedunmatched
  • Distribution Operationsunmatched
  • Distribution Warehousingunmatched
  • Forkliftunmatched
  • GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices)unmatched
  • High School Diplomaunmatched
  • Identify Issuesunmatched
  • Inventory Cycle Countsunmatched
  • Inventory Managementunmatched
  • Inventory Transactionsunmatched
  • Lift/Move 50 Poundsunmatched
  • Loading/Unloadingunmatched
  • Logisticsunmatched
  • Order Picking/Packingunmatched
  • Order/Customer Fulfillmentunmatched
  • Pallet Jackunmatched
  • Physical Demandsunmatched
  • Product Shipmentsunmatched
  • Safety/Work Safetyunmatched
  • Shipping Documentsunmatched
  • Shipping/Receivingunmatched
  • Time Managementunmatched
  • Warehousingunmatched

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