Material Handler - 2nd Shift

Material HandlerSMS Staffing Inc. is hiring immediately for material handlers! Job location: North Chicago, IL. Job type: temp to hire. Pay: starting at $18.00/hr. Shift structure: 2nd shift Monday-Thursday 2:00 pm-10:30 pm & Friday 11 am-7:30 pm.About the material handler role: The job requires the ability to make safe decisions in the moving and handling of hazardous and non-hazardous chemicals. This position involves safety-sensitive functions. General responsibilities: responsible for the safe handling, storing, labeling, and loading/unloading of materials. Maintain the integrity of materials stored in the warehouse. Pull chemicals and components in accordance with special instructions on picking lists. Store materials in various racks, shelves, and floor locations. Operate forklift and/or power pallet jack. May need to operate drum dollies and manual pallet jacks. Safely loading, unloading, and transporting hazardous and non-hazardous chemicals. Safely complete tasks and duties as trained. Complete cycle counts as requested and participate in full physical inventories as scheduled. Neatly and accurately complete all necessary paperwork applicable to the task. Report any safety issues, incidents, and/or safety violations immediately to management. Wear appropriate PPE, as required.Other duties: maintain a clean and safe working environment. Must complete all machine training offered by the company appropriate to the job function. Execution of activities as assigned. Responsibilities involving food safety, when required.Qualifications: basic math, writing, and reading skills are required. Must have at least 2 years of forklift experience. Minimally lift at least 50 lbs frequently during the shift. Able to stand and walk for long periods of time.