Material Handler

Job Description:

ITW (Illinois Tool Works Inc.) is a Fortune 200 company and is one of the world’s leading diversified manufacturers of specialized industrial equipment, automotive components, consumables, and related service businesses. ITW businesses serve local customers and markets around the globe, with operations in 55 countries and an employee base of more than 46,000 women and men who adhere to the highest ethical standards. These talented individuals, many of whom have specialized engineering or scientific expertise, contribute to our global leadership in innovation. We are proud of our broad portfolio of more than 17,000 granted and pending patents.

ITW Shakeproof supplies cold headed & metal stamped fasteners totaling approximately $200M in revenue annually. Manufacturing / warehouse locations include Watertown, WI, Milwaukee, WI, Machesney Park, IL, Broadview, IL, and Elgin, IL. We serve major OEMs and their tier suppliers direct and through distribution channels in the industrial market. ITW Shakeproof Fasteners drives profitability by leveraging its innovative solutions and application engineering, allowing us to enhance our customers’ competitive advantage .

We are looking for a Material Handler to join our team! The material handler position is responsible for moving material as needed to proper areas.

1st Shift: 9:00 AM – 05:30 PM

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• •Receive and unload incoming shipments; verify quantities, item descriptions, and lot/serial numbers against purchase orders and packing slips
• •Record all receipts in the ERP system; update inventory stock levels; maintain accurate shipping/receiving logs
• •Move raw materials, finished goods, and supplies to designated locations through the facility
• •Organize and maintain empty tubs, crates, pallets, and other containers as materials are transferred
• •Operate forklifts, pallet jacks, or other equipment to move goods from dock to storage or production staging areas
• •Communicate with production, warehouse, and quality teams to ensure timely availability of materials
• •Loads and unloads materials on or from pallets, trays, racks, crates or bins
• •Transport materials from storage areas or workstations to assigned production or staging locations
• •Attach identifying tags or labels to materials, create ID tags using supplier-provided information
• •Prepares purchase blanks for processing by transferring parts from crates and into bins and attaching appropriate documentation.
• •Preforms daily preventative maintenance inspections on assigned equipment and document findings
• •Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment
• •Completed other duties as assigned by management

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :

• •High School diploma or the equivalent required; Associates degree preferred
• •1-3 years’ experience working in a plant/warehouse setting, experience in material handling preferred
• •Continuous Improvement Mindset
• •Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating, and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
• •Basic math skills including ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide
• •Ability to operate computer and familiarize Microsoft Office Suite
• •Stand up and Sit Down Fork lift experience required
• •Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• •Understanding and compliance with safety rules and regulations
• •Strong verbal and written communication skills
• •Familiarity with QAD ERP System

Compensation Information:

$22.40 per hour

A full range of medical, dental, vision, 401K plus up-to-six percent (6%) match, wellness program, short- and long-term disability, education assistance, and gift & volunteer matching program are also available.

ITW is an equal opportunity employer. We value our colleagues’ unique perspectives, experiences and ideas and create workplaces where everyone can develop their careers and perform to their full potential.

As an equal employment opportunity employer, ITW is committed to equal employment opportunity and fair treatment for employees, beginning with the hiring process and continuing through all aspects of the employment relationship.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.