Material Handler - 1st Shift

Material Handler - 1st Shift Salary Range: $19.00 - $22.00 Hourly Position Type: Full Time Job Shift: 1st Shift Description Material Handler Job Description Job Summary At Richelieu Foods, we make Great Food from Great People. We are looking for a 1st Shift Material Handler: Essential Functions Transport all needed supplies correctly and on time to the required line or pre-batch area. Communicate with internal customers to determine proper quantities and placement of items needed Responsible for complying with good manufacturing practices, maintaining proper sanitation and housekeeping in the area. Properly put away any warehouse picks Communicate and coordinate with other Material Handlers to ensure efficient operation of the department Inform proper departments or supervisors of any issues or concerns Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor Handle and transport materials and equipment as needed (E.g., Forklift operation) Understand and verify the quantity/weight calculations to keep track of material consumption. Basic Qualifications High School Diploma or GED required. 2 Years of consistent and safe forklift operation on a stand-up forklift The ability to read and understand line schedules and material needs Positive attendance record Safe operation of stand-up fork truck Desired Qualifications Previous experience in a manufacturing environment is a plus. Competencies Bilingual (English and Spanish) is a plus. Technical Capacity Ability to work cooperatively and maintain a professional working relationship with employees Good interpersonal and communication skills, both oral and written required. Good organizational skills required Flexibility Physical Demands Lift on up to shoulder Rarely 5 pounds Lift up to waist Rarely 10 pounds Lift on up to overhead Rarely 5 pounds Carry on up to 25 feet Rarely 5 pounds Carry upstairs Rarely 5 pounds The following information is provided in accordance with certain state and local laws. Compensation depends on experience, geographic locations, and other factors permitted by law. The expected compensation for this role is between $19.00 to $22.00. This role is also eligible for an overtime compensation. Benefits for this role include medical, dental, and vision insurance, pre-tax spending accounts, retirement benefits, paid time off, 401K with company match, short-term and long-term disability, and life insurance. Richelieu Foods, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, military service, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. This position is based on our Wheeling, IL location.

Created: 2026-03-04