About the role
Precision Resource seeks Forklift / Material Handers to join our well-established Vernon Hills, IL manufacturing division supporting production needs both on and off forklifts. We’re a small-medium sized division of our solid, privately held, global company that innovates and manufactures a high volume of metal parts for automotive, aerospace, hardware and other industries.
You’ll Have
* 4-day work week, Mon-Thur, plus some overtime availability. * Generous PTO supporting our work-life balance culture. * Opportunity to learn multiple areas of the operation, and tuition reimbursement. * Competitive compensation package with excellent benefits. * Annual bonus potential. * Collaborative culture with approachable, positive leaders across all departments. * Smaller company culture with the best features of being a part of our larger company.
Essential Duties
* Operate sit-down and stand-up forklifts safely and proficiently. * Supply and remove large coils, pallets, parts, and machine tools to/from workstations. * Work involves material movement both off and on forklifts. * Read and accurately update material movement records manually and using computer. * Weigh/Record/Empty scrap containers and deliver to outside scrap hoppers. * Load / Unload trailers safely with forklift or pallet jacks. * Label and stage material in racks according to job priorities using overhead hoist. * Maintain housekeeping wherever possible. * Very reliable and punctual attendance. * Apply self-motivation to achieve excellent productivity starting at $19-$21 hourly with annual pay increases and bonus potential.
Qualification
* High School graduate or equivalent with ability to read, write, and communicate in English, Bilingual preferred but not required, and use basic math. * One year minimum safe forklift driving experience required, ideally including loading and unloading trucks. * Ideally, experience in a manufacturing or warehouse environment. * Ability to lift or move up to 45 pounds safely. * Ability to accurately apply basic computer data entry level skills. * Absolutely reliable attendance, great energy, and attentive.