Material Handler​/Equipment Operator

Material Handler/ Equipment Operator- $1500 SIGN ON BONUS!

Job Category:
Laborers & Helpers

Requisition Number: MATER
003022

• Posted:
  July 16, 2026
• Full-Time

• Bradley, IL, USA
• Joliet, IL, USA
• Wilmington, IL, USA

Second Shift: Monday-Thursday 5pm-3:30am - $21.25 /hr

First Shift: Monday-Thursday 5am-3:30pm - $19.00 /hr

Material Handlers are responsible for safely and efficiently moving, storing, and distributing materials throughout the warehouse.

Key responsibilities include:

• Frequently lifting, carrying, and moving materials weighing up to 55 pounds.
• Safely operating warehouse equipment and following all safety procedures.
• Loading and unloading trucks in a timely and accurate manner.
• Verifying incoming and outgoing shipments against manifests and shipping documentation.
• Completing required paperwork and documentation in accordance with established work instructions.
• Operating warehouse equipment such as forklifts and order pickers, as assigned.
• Employees assigned to order picker operations will work at heights of approximately 25–30 feet and must wear employer-provided fall protection equipment at all times while performing elevated tasks.

Qualifications

• Demonstrate a strong and reliable work history.
• Be committed to maintaining a safe work environment.
• Pass a pre-employment background check.
• Successfully complete a drug screening and physical examination.

Warehouse Services Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Affimative Action Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities in all aspects of employment in compliance with applicable federal and state laws, rules, and regulations.

Benefits include:

• $1500 Sign on Bonus
• $750 Employee Referral Bonus
• Affordable Medical, Dental and Vision
• Company PAID Life Insurance
• Paid vacations, sick time and holidays
• Prescription safety glasses reimbursement
• Profit Sharing/401k

Equipment experience preferred but not required.

Equal Opportunity Employer. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.