Material Handler
Winpak · Pekin, IL · 5 days ago
On-siteManagement$18.81/hrFull-time
Key Responsibilities
- Support Die Cutting Operations: Assist machine operators by preparing materials, performing roll changes, and ensuring smooth press operations throughout the shift.
- Material Handling: Safely move raw materials, printed stock, and finished goods using forklifts and material handling equipment between warehouse, bindery, and staging areas.
- Packaging & Palletizing: Seal, label, palletize, shrink-wrap, and weigh finished cartons according to customer specifications and production requirements.
- Quality & Waste Management: Remove defective material, handle scrap properly, and maintain organized scrap and recycling areas in compliance with plant procedures.
- Safety & Compliance: Follow all safety, GMP, and food safety regulations; wear required PPE; and actively promote a clean, safe, and efficient work environment.
- Housekeeping & Equipment Care: Maintain a clean and organized die cutting area by sweeping floors, emptying bins, and ensuring all equipment and materials are stored correctly.
- Communication & Teamwork: Coordinate with machine operators, supervisors, and team members to ensure production goals are met efficiently and accurately.
Required Qualifications
- 1+ years of experience in a production or manufacturing environment
- 1+ years of experience following safety protocols, and cleaning procedures in industrial environment
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs, stand and walk for extended periods, and cleaning equipment
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with maintenance of sanitation equipment
- Knowledge of safety equipment operation such as eyewash stations and emergency showers
- Previous experience in a manufacturing environment with hands-on cleaning or maintenance duties
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision & prescription coverage
- Travel coverage
- Disability coverage
- Voluntary life insurance
- Life and accidental death & dismemberment insurance
- Tuition assistance program
- Retail savings plans
- A comprehensive employee and family assistance program which includes short term counselling, wellbeing coaching, financial and legal consultations services