Loader - 2nd shift

About the role

This position is responsible for the pulling/picking and loading of all outbound shipments and the unloading/movement of all inbound deliveries to the facility. The role is performed onsite at our facility located at 1005 Tonne Road, Elk Grove Village, IL 60007.

Responsibilities

• Operates a propane sit‑down forklift.
• Sorts shipments for destination and groups merchandise to be included with or fulfilled in an order.
• Loads finished materials for transport and unloads raw materials.
• Moves products to pallets or crates for storage or shipment.
• Inspects the forklift to determine the need for repairs and to guarantee safety.
• Verifies piece counts on each pallet and compares them to labels.
• Handles all product material handling tasks.
• Follows shipping work orders.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Excellent communication, organization, and time‑management skills.
• Highly motivated with strong work ethics.
• Demonstrates safe working practices and great attention to detail.
• Team player able to follow instructions from management and peers.
• Ability to learn and operate new equipment.
• Ability to use measuring devices (gauges, tapes, rulers).
• Strong problem‑solving and math skills, including the capability to calculate square footage and batch size.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent (required).
• Minimum of one (1) year of forklift experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably in Shipping and Receiving.

Working Conditions

Fast‑paced manufacturing environment, loading dock, and driveways. Work may be performed in all weather conditions.

Physical Requirements

• Lifting or carrying 1‑10 lb (Occasionally)
• Lifting or carrying 11‑20 lb (Occasionally)
• Lifting or carrying 21‑40 lb (Occasionally)
• Lifting or carrying 41‑50 lb (Occasionally)
• Lifting or carrying 51 lb or more (Occasionally)
• Pushing or pulling 1‑40 lb (Frequently)
• Pushing or pulling 41‑50 lb (Frequently)
• Pushing or pulling 51 lb or more (Frequently)
• Bending or stooping (Continuously)
• Reaching above shoulder level (Continuously)
• Driving automatic equipment/vehicles (Continuously)
• Operating machinery or power tools (Continuously)
• Climbing (ladders, stairs, etc.) (Continuously)
• Walking (Continuously)
• Standing (Continuously)
• Sitting (Continuously)
• Working in extreme temperatures (Continuously)
• Repetitive motion (wrists, hands, fingers) (Continuously)
• Vision (Continuously)
• Hearing (Continuously)
• Dexterity (Continuously)
• Hand‑eye coordination (Continuously)

Pay

An hourly rate of $24.19.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage beginning Day 1 of employment
• Health Savings Account
• 401(k) contribution with company match
• 11 company‑paid holidays per calendar year
• Vacation days (prorated based on hire month; amount depends on years of experience)
• At least 5 sick days per calendar year
• Two weeks paid parental leave at 100% base compensation (upon approval)
• Short‑term & long‑term disability benefits, 100% employer funded
• Tuition reimbursement after 6 months of full‑time employment, covering up to 100% of tuition (up to 18 credit hours, costs, and eligible fees per calendar year)