Production Material Handler- Reach Truck 2nd Shift

Production Material Handler- Reach Truck 2nd Shift

Reports To: Warehouse Manager

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 Handler 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.

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

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

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.

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.

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.

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

Griping, 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

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 2pm-10:30pm

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

Compensation Range: Salary Range: $21-$27

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.