Production Material Handler

Production Material Handler - Reach Truck - 1st Shift

Reports To: Operations Manager, Distribution & Intralogistics

Location: Romeoville, IL

Environment: Onsite

Status: Non-Exempt; Hourly

Recognized by Gartner in their Modern 4PL Market Guide, Redwood Logistics is at the forefront of industry innovation. Our cutting-edge supply chain technology pairs with the expertise of our brilliant minds to empower logistics execution across North America and Mexico.

Leveraging a comprehensive range of services, data-centric network solutions, and a seamlessly integrated platform, we have established our prominence as a key player in the mid-market segment within the freight tech industry.

Whether you're just starting your career or are an established professional looking for your next opportunity, Redwood inspires innovation across teams to provide transformative solutions for our customers.

The Material Handlers primary focus is intralogistics picking and replenishment to production lines using reach truck equipment. Also responsible for executing all activities related to safely unloading, inbound receiving, inventory control, and internal material movement within the warehouse. This role ensures accurate transactions in the ERP system, supports production schedules, and maintains a clean, safe, and organized warehouse environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate a reach truck to pick, replenish, and stage materials for production cells
• Deliver materials accurately and on time to support manufacturing flow
• Perform system-directed picking using RF scanners
• Maintain inventory accuracy during picking and replenishment
• Execute put-away and bin consolidation as required
• Maintain safe equipment operation and clean work areas
• Assist with receiving or trailer unloading and put away as needed
• Meet daily productivity, accuracy, and safety KPI's

Replenishment

• Move materials between cells, following routing, delivery tickets or orders
• Fill orders from storage areas and warehouse stock and deliver to designated cells
• Operate hand truck and Reach Trucks to move materials and stack loaded pallets
• Accurately perform inventory transactions using the ERP system
• Communicate discrepancies, damages, or shortages to Inventory Control or Purchasing.
• Contribute team effort by training others as needed

Inbound & Receiving

• Unload inbound shipments using forklifts, pallet jacks, or other material handling equipment.
• Inspect, verify, and document incoming materials against purchase orders and packing slips.
• Accurately receive materials into the ERP system.
• Apply correct labeling, identification, and storage requirements.
• Communicate discrepancies, damages, or shortages to Inventory Control or Purchasing.

Safety & Housekeeping

• Operate material handling equipment safely and follow all OSHA and company safety standards.
• Maintain clean, safe, and organized work areas, aisles, racks, and staging zones.
• Follow proper PPE guidelines and participate in safety audits or training.

You've Got This?

• 5 years of warehouse, material handling, or manufacturing support experience required.
• 5 years of experience operating powered industrial truck (PIT) sit down forklift, reach truck, riding electric pallet jack
• Experience with inbound receiving, inventory control, or internal material delivery
• Able to read and interpret shipping documents
• Forklift certified
• Familiarity with ERP/WMS systems.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Basic to Intermediate computer skills.
• Understand and follow verbal and written instructions in English.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• High degree of accuracy and accountability.
• Problem-solving mindset and willingness to support continuous improvement.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

Physical Demands

This work is classified as Medium Heavy Physical Demand Level (PDL) by the US Dept of Labor's Dictionary of Occupational Titles Frequencies: Occasional (1-33%); Frequent (34-66%); Continuous (67-100%)

• Lift up to 75 pounds on an occasional basis floor to waist with assistance
• Lift up to 40 pounds on a frequent basis floor to waist
• Carry up to 40 pounds on an occasional basis up to 25 feet
• Push/Pull up to 40 pounds on a frequent basis
• Push/Pull more than 40 pounds on an occasional basis with assistance

• Standing continuous
• Walking continuous
• Bending/stooping frequent
• Squatting/kneeling frequent
• Lifting frequent

• Gripping, manipulation, fingering continuous
• Variable hand/power tool use frequent
• Two-person tasks using assistive devices for lifting, pulling, and pushing including hand trucks, pallet jacks, forklifts, and hoists

What We Offer:

• Access to experts and resources for your Learning & Development journey
• Opportunity for internal mobility
• Employee referral bonus program
• Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)
• Annual fundraising and volunteer events to give back to communities
• Paid time off, floating holidays, time off to volunteer and rollover
• Paid parental leave
• Medical, dental, vision and 401k plans (with match)
• Flexible spending account, mass transit and dependent care plans available
• Health savings account, with a annual company contribution for plan participants
• Short-term and long-term disability; life insurance policies subsidized by company
• Additional benefits including pet insurance, accident care, access to legal advice and more

This job description is not intended, nor should it be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills, or working conditions associated with this job. It is intended only to be a general description of the essential functions common to positions of this type.

Work Schedule:

This position is full-time and onsite Monday through Friday from 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM.

Saturday availability is required and dependent upon customer's needs and production schedule.

Compensation Range:

Hourly Range: $20.00 -$25.00

This position is eligible to earn (annual) incentives based on individual and company performance.

The estimated pay range reflects an anticipated range for this position. The actual base salary offered will depend on a variety of factors, including the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, specific and unique skills, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and the geographical location in which the applicant lives and/or which they will be performing the job.

Redwood is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions at the Company are based on individual merit, qualifications, abilities, and the Company's needs and resources. The Company does not discriminate in recruiting, hiring, compensation, promotions, discipline, termination or any other aspect of employment on the basis of an individual's actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability, marital status, military service or status, genetic information, arrest and conviction record, credit history, or any other basis protected by applicable law.