Material Handler
Listed on 2026-07-01
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Manufacturing / Production
Material Handler, Forklift Operator, Manufacturing & Industrial Operations
Material Handler
SMS Staffing is hiring immediately for Material Handlers in Columbia, IL.
Job title:
Material Handler.
Location:
Columbia, IL. Job type:
Temp to hire. Pay: $18/hr++ (depending on experience).
1st shift: 6:00 AM - 4:00 PM (Monday to Thursday). 2nd shift: 4:30 PM to 3:00 AM (Monday - Thursday).
The role of a Material Handler:
Safely handle, store, label, load, and unload materials. Pull, transport, and put away for production. Label containers and store materials in racks, shelves, and floor locations. Operate forklift, reach truck, power pallet jack, drum dollies, and manual pallet jacks. Load empty/dirty recon drums onto trailers as requested. Maintain material accuracy through cycle counts and physical inventories. Complete required paperwork and follow all trained procedures.
Report safety concerns immediately and wear required PPE.
Qualification requirements for the Material Handler:
Sit down and stand up forklift experience required (1+ year). Reach truck and RF scanner experience required. Must be able to work overtime. Comfortable wearing a respiratory mask. Ability to read, write, and speak English. Maintain clean work areas and assist line personnel as needed. Follow all safety policies and complete assigned tasks.
Join the SMS Staffing team! It takes more than top-notch facilities, modern equipment, and innovative technologies to become our customers' most trusted supplier. It takes people who are committed to our customers' success and who are willing to go the extra mile to get the job done right.
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