Material Handler

Summary:

The Material Handler I position is responsible for loading and unloading trucks. Daily use of a sit down forklift is required. Forklift used will range from 5,000lb to 30,000lb lift. This position will maintain a safe and clean workspace.

Primary Job Duties:

• Load and unload material from trucks.

• Operate sit down forklift.

• Proactively communicate issues and work together with Supervisor to identify process improvements.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Work efficiently to achieve or exceed performance targets for velocity, quality and cost.

• Understand and follow all ISO and 5S initiatives.

• Participate in proactive team efforts to achieve department and company goals.

• Provide leadership to others through example and sharing of knowledge/ skill.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience

• 1 year of material handling experience preferred

• Experience in third-party logistics (3PL) environment preferred

• Basic personal computer skills

Job Details:

• Location: 401 E Carver Lane East Peoria, IL 61611

• Shifts: 2nd Shift; 11 AM-7:30 PM

• Pay Range: $16.00 - $18.00/HR $1/hr shift differential

• Job Type: Full Time with Benefits

• G&D offers a comprehensive benefits package including: Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance, 401K with company match, company paid life insurance, paid time off and many other programs

Company Information:

G&D Integrated has a rich history that dates back to the early 1880s, when freight was delivered with horse-drawn wagons. In the hundred-plus years since, the members of the O’Neill family have been proudly serving Central Illinois with a variety of transportation, freight transfer and storage services. The long term success of the organization can be tied to our focus on three key components.

• PEOPLEOur success in delivering excellent service, is supported by our dedicated employees. Looking to the future, we will continue to attract and invest in developing our employees to meet the demands of the future.
• PROCESSWe are a process driven company, with the ability to work around the requirements of our customer’s production systems, while developing our own standardization to deliver excellent service. Our success in this area is recognized by our continual achievement of client awards.
• TECHNOLOGYWe leverage technology to enable our people to perform more effectively and to provide a competitive advantage for our customers.