Material Handler

Job overview

The Material Handler role is onsite in Aurora, IL. Compensation is not specified. The position supports Welch Packaging Group’s plant and warehouse operations by moving raw materials and finished products and keeping production lines supplied. The handler operates forklifts and clamp trucks, receives and stores materials, and supports loading, unloading, inventory, and documentation. The work contributes to safe, organized material flow and production continuity.

What you'll do

• Operate clamp trucks and forklifts to company standards
• receive rollstock and other raw materials
• load and unload trucks and rail cars as needed
• operate banders and conveyor lines as needed
• keep docks and aisles clean
• keep converting equipment supplied
• read production schedules and alert supervisors to issues
• inspect forklifts daily
• follow LOTO procedures
• process, tag, and store materials
• inspect incoming and outgoing products
• organize finished goods
• complete assigned documentation
• handle waste materials and quarantined products according to procedures.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

material handler

aurora il

welch packaging group

forklift

clamp truck

raw materials

warehouse organization

loading and unloading

inventory

production support

osha safety

high school diploma or ged

forklift experience required

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

Prior forklift experience is required; must pass basic forklift and clamp-truck training; high school diploma or GED required.

About the employer

Welch Packaging Group is hiring for this role. Industry: Paper Bag and Coated and Treated Paper Manufacturing. Sector: 32.