Production Material Handler- Reach Truck 2nd Shift
Listed on 2026-06-17
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Manufacturing / Production
Material Handler, Forklift Operator -
Warehouse
Material Handler, Forklift Operator
Responsibilities
- Operate a reach truck to pick, replenish, and stage materials for production cells
- Deliver materials accurately and on time to support manufacturing flow
- Maintain inventory accuracy during picking and replenishment
- Execute put-away and bin consolidation as required
- Maintain safe equipment operation and clean work areas
- Assist with receiving or trailer unloading and put away as needed
- Meet daily productivity, accuracy, and safety KPI’s
- Move materials between cells, following routing, delivery tickets or orders
- Fill orders from storage areas and warehouse stock and deliver to designated cells
- Operate hand truck and reach trucks to move materials and stack loaded pallets
- Accurately perform inventory transactions using the ERP system
- Communicate discrepancies, damages, or shortages to Inventory Control or Purchasing
- Contribute team effort by training others as needed
- Unload inbound shipments using forklifts, pallet jacks, or other material handling equipment
- Inspect, verify, and document incoming materials against purchase orders and packing slips
- Accurately receive materials into the ERP system
- Apply correct labeling, identification, and storage requirements
- Communicate discrepancies, damages, or shortages to Inventory Control or Purchasing
- Operate material handling equipment safely and follow all OSHA and company safety standards
- Maintain clean, safe, and organized work areas, aisles, racks, and staging zones
- Follow proper PPE guidelines and participate in safety audits or training
This work is classified as Medium – Heavy Physical Demand Level (PDL) by the US Dept of Labor’s Dictionary of Occupational Titles. Frequencies:
Occasional (1‑33%);
Frequent (34‑66%);
Continuous (67‑100%)
- Lift up to 75 pounds on an occasional basis floor to waist with assistance
- Lift up to 40 pounds on a frequent basis floor to waist
- Carry up to 40 pounds on an occasional basis up to 25 feet
- Push/Pull up to 40 pounds on a frequent basis
- Push/Pull more than 40 pounds on an occasional basis with assistance
- Lifting – frequent
- Variable hand/power tool use – frequent
- Two‑person tasks using assistive devices for lifting, pulling, and pushing including hand trucks, pallet jacks, forklifts, and hoists
- 5 years of warehouse, material handling, or manufacturing support experience required
- 5 years of experience operating powered industrial truck (PIT) – sit down forklift, reach truck, riding electric pallet jack
- Experience with inbound receiving, inventory control, or internal material delivery
- Able to read and interpret shipping documents
- Familiarity with ERP/WMS systems
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
- Basic to intermediate computer skills
- Understand and follow verbal and written instructions in English
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- High degree of accuracy and accountability
- Problem‑solving mindset and willingness to support continuous improvement
- Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks simultaneously
- Lift up to 75 pounds on an occasional basis floor to waist with assistance
- Lift up to 40 pounds on a frequent basis floor to waist
- Carry up to 40 pounds on an occasional basis up to 25 feet
- Push/Pull up to 40 pounds on a frequent basis
- Push/Pull more than 40 pounds on an occasional basis with assistance
- Lifting – frequent
- Variable hand/power tool use – frequent
- Two‑person tasks using assistive devices for lifting, pulling, and pushing including hand trucks, pallet jacks, forklifts, and hoists
- Access to experts and resources for your Learning & Development journey
- Opportunity for internal mobility
- Employee referral bonus program
- Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)
- Annual fundraising and volunteer events to give back to communities
- Paid time off, floating holidays, time off to volunteer and rollover
- Paid parental leave
- Medical, dental, vision and 401k plans (with match)
- Flexible spending account, mass transit and dependent care plans available
- Health savings account, with an annual company contribution for plan participants
- Short‑term and long‑term disability; life insurance policies subsidized by company
- Additional benefits including pet insurance, accident care, access to legal advice and more
This position is full‑time and onsite Monday through Friday from 2pm‑10:30pm. Saturday availability is required and dependent upon customer’s needs and production schedule.
Compensation RangeSalary Range: $21,000‑$27,000. This position is eligible to earn annual incentives based on individual and company performance.
Company ContactREDWOOD LOGISTICS
1765 N. Elston Ave., Suite 216, Chicago, IL, 60642
P: 844‑467‑3396
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