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Material Handler

Job in Vernon Hills, Lake County, Illinois, 60061, USA
Listing for: ZF Friedrichshafen AG
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-01-02
Job specializations:
  • Warehouse
    Material Handler, Warehouse Associate
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 21 - 23 USD Hourly USD 21.00 23.00 HOUR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Material Handler 3

Are you ready to make an impact? ZF is looking for talented individuals to join our team. As a Future Starter, you’ll have the opportunity to shape the future of mobility. Join us and be part of something extraordinary!

Country/Region: US

Location:

Vernon Hills, IL, US, 60061

Position Responsibilities

The Material Handler 3 supports the Distribution Center in Shipping, Receiving, Packaging or Returns.

  • Work with Customer Service Representatives and Product Management on resolving issues in Shipping, Receiving and Production.
  • Inspect, sort, store and perform data entry for all returned goods and all core, inbound part/unit, and non-compliant shipments according to established ISO procedures.
  • Bill credits for returned goods that meet ISO Claims Policy. Bill orders and send ASN’s according to customer requests.
  • Pick and pack assigned parts according to shop order pick tags and customer order notes.
  • Support further shop order activity by opening orders, issuing (single, multiple and miscellaneous) orders and returning excess parts to stock. Transfer stock physically and electronically as needed.
  • Provide backup for DC Supervisors.
  • Provide leadership including training to colleagues within a functional work group.
Essential Skills and Experience
  • High School diploma or equivalent required.
  • Previous distribution/warehouse experience required.
  • Exposure to TQM’s and knowledge of QS/ISO 9000. Forklift experience with Reach trucks, Manup and Sitdown required. Proper use of hand tools required.

Reporting to Position :
Reports to Distribution Center Supervisor, has no direct reports.

Physical demands and work environment:
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical demands: While performing the duties of this job, the associate is required to stand for extended periods of time; 60 minutes continuously up to 6 hours per 10 hour day, walk up to 2 miles per day, handle or feel objects and/or tools; operate power tools; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop; bend, verbally communicate; and hear safety indicators.

The associate must occasionally lift and /or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to focus.

Work Environment: While performing the duties of the job, the associate is exposed to a warehouse environment with some office exposure.

The expected base compensation for this role is $21 - $23 per hour. Actual base compensation within the identified range will vary based on factors relevant to the position.

What We Offer:
  • A supportive collaborative team environment
  • Paid time off
  • 401k Plan
  • Health Benefits
  • Paid Holidays
  • Tuition reimbursement for educational advancement
  • Supportive Employee Groups and community outreach activities

Be part of our ZF team as Material Handler 3 and apply now!

DIVERSITY COMMITMENT

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion are more than just words for us. They are at the core of the ZF Way that propels our team members towards their utmost success. We strive to build and nurture a culture where inclusiveness is a natural reflex. We actively seek ways to remove barriers so that every member of ZF can rise to their full potential.

We aim to embed this in our legacy through how we operate and build our products as we shape next generation mobility, safety, sustainability and social justice.

With four generations across 118 nationalities in 41 countries, ZF combines a unique variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and ideas. Together, we solve problems, drive innovation and shape next generation mobility.

Our company is committed to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity and to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. If you are interested in applying for employment with us and are in need of accommodation or special assistance to navigate our website or to complete your application, please contact us. Requests for reasonable accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

ZF is an Equal Opportunity and affirmative Action Employer and is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status or any other status protected by law.

Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer M/F/Disability/Veteran

What does DEI (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion) mean for ZF as a company?

At ZF, we continuously strive to build and maintain a culture where inclusiveness is lived and diversity is valued. We…

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