Material Handler -1st Shift Palatine

Material Handler

At S&C Electric Company, a 100% employee-owned company, we help keep the lights on for people and businesses worldwide. Our manufacturing roles build the equipment that protects the critical infrastructure of the power grid, and each of our team members lends their unique skills to this crucial mission. We empower our people by providing pathways to a long-term career and support them in their professional growth by sustaining a culture founded on respect, strengthened by collaboration, and measured by our shared successes. The manufacturing industry is booming with opportunities to learn new things, expand your skills, and build a long-term career. Join S&C to make an impact on tomorrow's energy challenges and become an employee-owner!

Hours:

• 6:00 am- 2:30 pm (Monday- Friday) and overtime is available
• Saturdays and Holidays are optional but may be required based on business needs

Compensation:

At S&C, we are dedicated to providing competitive and equitable compensation for all our team members, with a commitment to transparency in our pay practices. The estimated hourly base pay rate for this position is $20.00 per hour. This role is also eligible for S&C's annual short-term incentive bonus, subject to eligibility criteria.

Join Our Team as a Material Handler!

Are you passionate about Material Handling? S&C Electric Company is seeking a dynamic individual to coordinate our Material Handler function. As a Material Handler, you'll be crucial in ensuring smooth operations and supporting our diverse team. The Material Handler is responsible for transporting materials from supply stores to drop-off locations using pushcart. Job orders and internal applications are used to notify the Material Handler that additional stock is needed. Forklift certification is not required for this position. This position completes forklift training requirements needed in order to advance to the intermediate level.

Key Responsibilities:

• Use a pushcart to deliver materials to dedicated drop-off locations within the manufacturing facility.
• Utilize trigger cards and internal applications to identify where new materials are needed, ensuring accuracy in quantities and proper procedures are followed.
• Complete S&C required testing and certification hours need to pass the program.
• Review job orders and part drawings to accurately determine which parts and materials are needed for specific jobs and areas.
• Utilize Oracle ERP to determine part quantities, locations, and receiving history.
• Meet department targets and consistently adhere to quality and safety standards.
• Understand and comply with all applicable Company policies and rules.
• Work with departmental mentors to gain and apply feedback in pursuit of improved work quality.
• Other responsibilities as assigned.

Required:

• 1+ years of demonstrated experience in a material handling or related role within a manufacturing environment.
• Packaging, Labeling, & Shipping
• Must be able to lift up 35 pounds
• Good attention to detail, with the ability to determine accurate order quantities consistently.
• Ability to work independently and meet requirements of assigned materials requests.
• Good communication skills (written and verbal) with the ability to articulate information efficiently and effectively to team members in a variety of production support departments.
• Basic computer skills with the ability to review and respond to requests via internal applications.
• Basic math skills with the ability to calculate quantities and weights.
• Good interpersonal and organizational skills with the ability to understand and complete requests given by team member inside and outside of the department.
• Ability to use hand tools, power tools, and precision measuring instruments such as scales and calipers.
• Ability and willingness to follow Health Safety & Environment procedures accurately, reporting concerns promptly to the safety action team.
• Proficient in using MS Office products, including Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• High school Diploma/GED

Preferred:

• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement manufacturing principles

Physical demands:

• Standing: All tasks are performed in a standing position with intermittent walking.
• Lifting: Frequent lifting of items ranging in weight from 5 lbs. to 50 lbs.
• Walking: Occasional walking moderate distances (less than 1/8 mile).
• Carrying: Frequent carrying of items ranging in weight from 5 lbs. to 25 lbs.
• Pushing: Occasional pushing of motorized material handling carts with loaded weights up to 1000 lbs.
• Pulling: Occasional pulling of motorized material handling carts with loaded weights up to 1000 lbs.
• Bending: Frequent bending and crouching to safely lift parts of various sizes and shapes.
• Reaching: Continuous full range of motion from above the shoulders to below the knees.
• Handling: Continuous handling of parts ranging in weight from 5 lbs. to 50 lbs.
• Other: Respirator certification required.

S&C Electric is committed to equal-opportunity employment. All employees and applicants will be considered without regard to age, color, disability, gender, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law. If you are an individual with a disability and need an accommodation to complete the application, please email us at View email address on click.appcast.io.