Material Handler I

Job Description:

Position Summary:

As a Material Handler I, you will work in a team setting to reach warehouse operations goals on the Receiving team at ITW Mechanical Fastening in Elgin, IL. You will perform basic warehouse duties including shipping, packing, loading, and unloading trailers.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Pick and pack customer orders accurately and within established productivity standards.
• Load product onto trucks or ocean containers in a safe manner.
• Unload product from trucks or ocean containers in a safe manner.
• Replenish inventory within the warehouse picking locations.
• Participate in inventory cycle counts according to established schedule.
• Observe all the ITW safety policies and procedures; maintain a neat and orderly work area.
• Contribute towards process improvement within job parameters.
• All additional duties as assigned.

Job Requirements:

• 1+ Year Experience
• High School Diploma/GED
• Sit-down, Cherry Picker, and Dock Stocker certification preferred
• Stand Up Forklift certification required
• Must be able to work 9:00 am - 5:30pm (Mon-Fri) plus overtime as requested; may be required to work occasional weekends
• Good interpersonal and communication skills
• Basic computer and keyboarding skills

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this position, the employee will be exposed to fumes, heat and dust, climate variances and moving mechanical equipment typically found in a manufacturing environment. The noise level in the work environment is high when exposed to the manufacturing areas. Certain personal protective equipment is required when in the manufacturing areas. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Employee must be able to lift product and display materials that weigh from 1 pound to 50 pounds on a consistent basis. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to bend, kneel, lift, stand, and walking on hard surfaces such as concrete.

Compensation Information:

We believe our people are our greatest asset. That’s why we invest in creating an environment where you can thrive—both personally and professionally. For more details, visit our Benefits page.

In addition, our benefits include paid vacation, sick, holiday, and parental leave.

Hourly base salary for this position is $19.25. Please note that this salary information serves as a general guideline. Company considers various factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate's work experience, education and training, key skills, as well as market and business considerations.

ITW is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

We do not accept unsolicited resumes. To be considered an applicant, please apply online to a specific job posting.

ITW is an equal opportunity employer. We value our colleagues’ unique perspectives, experiences and ideas and create workplaces where everyone can develop their careers and perform to their full potential.

As an equal employment opportunity employer, ITW is committed to equal employment opportunity and fair treatment for employees, beginning with the hiring process and continuing through all aspects of the employment relationship.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.