Material Handler 1st Shift

Mallard Manufacturing a MacLean-Fogg Company is hiring a Material Handler at our Sterling Illinois manufacturing this entry-level role you will move store and track raw materials and finished goods to support production and shipping while maintaining safe and accurate material flow.

• Location: Sterling IL

• Work Arrangement: On-site

• Schedule: 1st Shift Monday-Friday 6:30 AM-2:30 PM

• Pay: $18-$19.40/hour

• Employment Type: Full-time / Hourly

• Overtime: Overtime may be required based on business needs.

• Safely operate powered industrial equipment including forklifts and pallet jacks to move materials throughout the manufacturing facility.

• Load and unload trucks while handling materials safely and accurately.

• Transport raw materials to designated production areas to support continuous operations.

• Receive inbound materials verify quantities against shipping documentation and prepare outbound shipments according to production and customer requirements.

• Use warehouse systems including JDE RF devices and handheld scanners to complete inventory transactions and maintain accurate material records.

• Label package organize and inspect materials for visible damage reporting discrepancies as appropriate.

• Assist with cycle counts and physical inventory activities while maintaining organized work areas in accordance with 5S standards.

• Follow established safety procedures equipment operating requirements and documented work instructions.

• No specific education credential is required.

• Ability to operate powered industrial equipment or willingness to obtain required certification.

• Basic computer skills and ability to use handheld scanning devices.

• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.

• 0-2 years of experience in warehouse logistics or manufacturing work.

This role involves standing and walking for extended periods during the shift along with frequent lifting bending stooping and reaching.

Employees in this role may:

• Lift and carry materials weighing up to 50 pounds as required.

• Push or pull carts pallets or other materials.

• Work in a manufacturing or warehouse environment with exposure to noise moving equipment and varying temperatures.

• Use manual dexterity to handle small components and operate scanning equipment.

The physical requirements described above represent those needed to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.

Eligible employees across MacLean-Fogg and its affiliated companies have access to a comprehensive benefits program designed to support health financial well-being time away and development. This position is eligible for benefits that include:

• Medical dental and vision coverage

• 401(k) with company match and potential profit sharing

• Paid time off and paid holidays

• Health Savings Account contributions for eligible plans

• Company-paid life insurance and short-term disability coverage

• Paid parental leave

• Employee Assistance Program and mental health resources

• Virtual healthcare resources

• Tuition reimbursement and development opportunities

• Additional wellness financial and employee programs

Benefits are subject to applicable plan terms and eligibility requirements.

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After a conditional offer this position requires a pre-employment drug screen. Testing and employment decisions are administered consistent with applicable law.

MacLean-Fogg is a fourth-generation family-owned American manufacturing company headquartered in Mundelein Illinois. Founded in 1925 we design and manufacture engineered components and solutions for automotive and industrial markets.

Our portfolio includes MacLean-Fogg Component Solutions OMCO Mallard Manufacturing and Threadstrong. Across our companies we share a commitment to Integrity People Customers and Stewardship while investing in our people manufacturing capabilities customers and communities.

MacLean-Fogg and its affiliated companies are equal opportunity employers. We provide equal employment opportunities to qualified applicants and employees without regard to race color religion sex pregnancy sexual orientation gender identity national origin ancestry age disability genetic information military or veteran status marital status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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