Do you have previous experience working in a freight forwarding operation and are actively searching for new employment opportunities on the 1st shift? Staffmark is currently hiring an experienced Warehouse Material Handler in Des Plaines, IL. We offer an exceptional benefits package, provide avenues for your professional development, and foster a collaborative team environment that will inspire you to reach new heights in your career!

Pay: $17 per hour

1st Shift Hours: 6 am - 2:30 pm, Monday-Friday

Material Handler Responsibilities: Consolidating freight, picking/assembling orders, counting cargo, loading goods, staging items for shipment, coordinating the receipt/storage/distribution of materials, tools, equipment, and products, transporting materials to/from the receiving, production, and storage areas, and completing required paperwork. You will utilize forklifts, once fully trained, and manual equipment (hand truck/pallet jack).

Employee Benefits:

• Weekly Pay
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life insurance
• 401k
• Employee Discount Programs
• Short-term Disability
• Referral Bonus Potential
• Cafeteria/Lockers

Requirements: At least one year of sit-down forklift experience within a warehouse environment, previous experience working in a Freight Forwarding operation, RF Scanner experience, and the ability to frequently lift up to 50 pounds.

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