Material HandlerAs a Material Handler, you will play a crucial role in the efficient movement of materials within our facilities. You will be responsible for operating both sit-down and stand-up forklifts to transport materials to and from production lines and inventory. Your duties will include staging, stacking, and wrapping pallets, preparing products for shipment, and loading and unloading trucks.ResponsibilitiesOperate sit-down and stand-up forklifts to move materials.Gather inventory and transport it to production lines.Transfer materials from docks to inventory and from lines to docks.Stage, stack, and wrap pallets.Prepare products for shipment.Load and unload trucks.Utilize stand-up forklift to pick orders.Essential Skills2+ years of experience operating a sit-down forklift.Experience with stand-up forklifts.Proficiency in using an RF scanner.Ability to load and unload trucks.Strong material handling skills.Experience in lifting and sorting products.Ability to multitask.Additional Skills & QualificationsBackground in chemical, oil, or food manufacturing is a plus.Why Work Here?Join a company that values safety and cleanliness, with modern and well-organized facilities. Enjoy working in a temperature-controlled environment with excellent employee benefits. The Alsip facility provides a smaller, close-knit workforce, while the Chicago Heights location offers a dynamic, larger team setting.Work EnvironmentThe Alsip Facility is a modern, clean, and organized site with a focus on safety and efficient operations. It has been remodeled within the last 10 years and features a smaller workforce. The Chicago Heights Facility, while not as new, is also temperature-controlled and houses a larger workforce, offering a more dynamic and bustling environment. Both facilities focus on safety and provide a comfortable work setting with multiple break rooms and security checkpoints.Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Alsip, IL.Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $18.25 - $19.35/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment.
Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision; Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital; 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available; Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents); Short and long-term disability; Health Spending Account (HSA); Transportation benefits; Employee Assistance Program; Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave).Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Alsip, IL.Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Aug 26, 2026.