Material Handler - 1st Shift

Material Handler (Putaway)

SMS Staffing is hiring immediately for material handlers in Lincolnshire, IL. This is a temp to hire position with a pay rate of $18/hr. The first shift is from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, Monday through Friday.

About the Material Handler Role: The material handler is responsible for receiving, storing, picking, and packing spare parts in accordance with standard procedures and order-specific instructions, under general supervision.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Transport materials from receiving or storage areas to shipping or designated locations; unpack crates and containers as needed
• Load outbound shipments, ensuring materials are properly packaged and stacked to prevent damage
• Assist with ongoing cycle counts and annual physical inventory processes
• Comply with warehouse quality control standards and procedures
• Operate forklifts safely, ensuring all loads are stable and secure
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment, including sweeping, dusting, and mopping
• Follow all safety protocols, departmental procedures, and corporate policies

Job Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to follow standard work instructions with reliability and punctuality
• Strong multitasking and time management skills; able to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Flexible and adaptable approach to changing assignments and priorities
• Proficient in English, both written and verbal, with effective communication skills
• Solid math skills and understanding of weights and measures
• Basic proficiency in word processing and spreadsheets
• Strong working knowledge of computerized inventory systems
• Experience using RF scanners for inventory tracking and management

Education and Training:

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• 3–5 years of warehouse experience, including proficiency with computerized inventory tracking systems

Physical Demands:

• Prolonged periods of walking, stooping, bending, reaching, and occasional sitting
• Frequent pushing, pulling, lifting, and moving of objects up to 50 pounds
• Manual dexterity for repetitive hand, finger, and wrist movements
• Capable of climbing step ladders up to 15 feet
• Ability to operate a vehicle as needed

Work Environment:

• Primarily based in a warehouse setting, with exposure to varying temperatures
• Regular exposure to vibrations, fumes, gases, and moving mechanical equipment
• Occasional handling of potentially hazardous chemicals or substances
• Noise levels range from moderate to very loud, depending on tasks and equipment used

Tools and Equipment:

• Operates equipment, including forklift trucks, hand pallet jacks, label machines, packing machines, computers, and calculators
• Steel-toed safety shoes must be worn at all times while in the warehouse

Come join the SMS team! It takes more than top-notch facilities, modern equipment, and innovative technologies to become our customers' most trusted supplier. It takes people who are committed to our customers' success and who are willing to go the extra mile to get the job done right. #SMS