Material Handler

Material HandlerPrideStaff is currently seeking a qualified and dependable MATERIAL HANDLER for a large paper distribution company located in McCook, IL. This is a TEMP to HIRE opportunity. Stand-up Forklift experience REQUIRED! 1st shift: 7AM-4PM M-F Pay: $19.00 per hourPrimary Function:Safely and efficiently unpack and stage Material for productionFollow daily production schedule processing in concert with the set production scheduleKeep the production area stocked with raw materials and remove scrap as needed.Interact with management, customer service, sales, warehouse and all other department in a respectful, helpful, and professional manner while performing daily responsibilitiesPrimary Responsibilities:Assess daily schedule and work with the Production Scheduler and Production Supervisor to plan and staging materialsCommunicate to the Production Supervisor any inventory adjust needed to meet the production scheduleStage packaging material, per the production schedule; returning it to finished goods inventory once completedMove stock, or other materials from warehouse or stagged area to production areasSafely operate various equipment including, but not limited to stand-up forklift, handheld scan guns and computersPerform Inventory transactions through the WYSIS or ERP system to reflect the physical movement of inventory (including corrugated)When moving material in and out of production, verify the accuracy of the quantities, labels, and part numbers against inventory and production informationEnsure that the material required for the next day's production is staged in the WIP Area or at Equipment for the start of the next shiftTroubleshoot stock placement issues and work with the Production Supervisor to rectify themSafely and effectively utilize various equipment including stand-up forklifts, motorized pallet jacks, banding machines and shrink wrapping machines, etc.Shut down and return all equipment used to the appropriate location at the end of each shiftEnsure that the assigned equipment is properly inspected before use and any maintenance needed is accurately recorded on logsIdentify machinery in need of inspection, servicing, and maintenanceAlert Management of any unsafe conditions or activities in or around the facilityMaintain a clean work area by cleaning equipment, and sweeping in accordance with daily and weekly housekeeping standardsBe flexible and provide backup to other functions as neededPosition Requirements:Must have stand-up forklift certificationHigh school diploma or GED desired, some college or continuing education strongly preferred2-4 years previous warehouse, logistics experience requiredHighly effective organizational skills and the ability to be detail and process orientedStrong computer skills including Microsoft Outlook, Excel, Word, Starship or other related shipping software, and ERP software experience desiredExperience with WYSIS or scan guns strongly desiredWorks independently, with little directionExcellent judgment (problem solving) and the ability to build trust and collaborative relationships with colleagues and customersWorks well under pressure and can operate successfully in a very fast paced working environmentAbility to lift and handle cartons weighing in excess of 50 pounds consistently throughout the dayWillingness and ability to work overtime as neededAbility to fill in for people that are absentDependable - Arriving on time, with good overall attendance, and reliable transportationCooperative - Pleasant towards others on the job and a cooperative attitudeInterested and qualified candidates are encouraged to submit an up-to-date resume today! MUST have at least 1 year of recent manufacturing experience and solid longevity in previous positions to be considered! Compensation / Pay Rate (Up to): $19.00 - $19.00 Per Hour