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1st Shift Forklift/Material Handler

All About Personnel
Alsip, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 10/23/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/21/2026
Job Title:  Material Handler                               
Reports To:  Branch Manager 
FLSA Classification:  Non-Exempt
 
Position Summary:  
The Material Handler provides customer satisfaction in accurately processing customer orders, shipping, receiving intra-company transfers, and inventory counts.  
Duties and Responsibilities:  
  1. Operate a forklift, two-wheel hand cart, and scales.
  2. Retrieve stock to fulfill orders.
  3. Check outgoing and incoming shipments for accuracy.
  4. Check orders for accuracy.
  5. Inspect goods for defects and report damaged or defective material/product to the supervisor or sales staff; no damaged product will be sent out.
  6. Place compiled/completed orders in appropriate designated areas.
  7. Monitor the movement and progress of orders to ensure timely delivery.
  8. Order picking, packing, wrapping, labeling products, and shrink-wrapping orders that  are palletized according to a standard operating procedure, making a note to follow any special instructions on orders with customer-specific requests.
  9. Keep the work area clean, safe, organized, and maintained by following the 6 S’s (Sort, Straighten, Shine, Standardize, Sustain, and Safety).
  10. Load finished products/orders onto trucks. Transport stock from storage to warehouse or where needed. Load or unload material inbound or outbound.
  11. Open bales, crates, and other containers.
  12. Assist in counting physical inventory.
  13. Wear the proper safety equipment and always abide by safety rules.
 
Education and Experience Required: 
  1. HS Diploma or GED Equivalent from an accredited institution
  2. Previous 1-2 years warehouse experience required
 
Preferred Education, Experience, and Skills: 
  1. Previous experience operating warehouse equipment, and successful completion of a forklift training program
  2. Effective written and verbal communication skills  
  3. Strong organizational skills & Mathematical skills 
  4. High level of accuracy and attention to detail 
  5. Knowledgeable in TFI/OSHA Safety Requirements 
 
Physical Requirements: Qualified applicants must be able to perform the following physical job requirements, with or without reasonable accommodation:
            
  1. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds 4 hours per shift
  2. Must be able to work in a hot, humid, and cold manufacturing environment
  3. Must be able to work in crowded spaces for 4 hours per shift
  4. Must be able to bend and crawl for 4 hours per shift
  5. Much be able to crouch, kneel, and stoop for 4 hours per shift
  6. Must be able to climb ladders for 4 hours per shift
  7. Must be able to sit, stand, and walk for 6 hours per shift
  8. Must be able to perform simple grasping, push, pull, perform fine manipulation, and feel for 6 hours per shift
  9. Must be able to operate foot pedals for 4 hours per shift
  10. Must be able to make fine distinctions in sound, express and exchange written or spoken words, and distinguish objects and equipment visually  

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