Material Handler Lead

Manufacturing Material Handler - Lead Manufacturing Material Handler - Lead, hiring immediately, Bridgeview IL Minimum 2-3 yrs prior forklift experience Logistics warehouse leadership experience Compensation: Pay Range $26.06 - $27.89 per hour - paid weekly ($1.00 shift differential for nights) Material Handler Lead - Multiple Shifts This position will be cross functional to both the Bridgeview and BP4 (Massasoit) locations as the business need dictates. Shift: 7AM - 7PM and 7PM - 7AM on a 2-2-3 schedule Material Handler Lead I Summary: Safely and effectively lead shift materials team to ensure product flow is effectively distributed throughout the plant and local Distribution Centers. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Responsible for directing the work assignments of a team of lift truck operators and carrier drivers Drives a culture of safe work practices Drive team oriented environment Execute standard work to ensure production materials are replenished to ensure continuous operations Effectively communicate daily priorities (daily meetings, one on one engagements, Tier Meetings, etc.) Coordinate/collaborate warehouse operations with all departments. Perform daily audits (Safety, warehouse, forklifts, line inventories, etc.) Provide supervisory support, as needed Provide forklift training for new hires and re-certifications as needed. Support the Inventory Team as needed. Supports the receipt of railcar/bulk truck material. Performs other tasks as directed. Requirements: Previous logistics warehouse leadership experience required WMS software experience required Strong interpersonal skills, including written and verbal communication skills Must be detail oriented, strong organizational, math and problem solving skills Must be able pass the LTO training and testing Must have experience with Microsoft Office (excel, word, etc.) Bilingual communication skills preferred High School diploma or equivalent required Company Benefits Benefits With safety as our top priority and a commitment to employee well-being an important focus, we offer comprehensive and competitive benefits that include medical, dental and vision insurance as well as a variety of other well-being resources focused on mental, physical and financial health. Specific benefits and well-being programs may vary depending on where you work. Community Engagement At Novolex, giving back to the local communities that support us is important. Our Focused Giving Program prioritizes support for organizations whose missions promote sustainability initiatives or address food and hunger needs. We also encourage facility level support of activities in the communities where our employees live and work. Training and Development We offer constant opportunities for advancement. From skills development to advanced education programs, training and development programs and courses are available through MyLearning. Programs include company and industry training curricula, support for formal education through the Tuition Reimbursement Program (Non-Union), and a Learning Management System that supports and enhances employee skills at all levels of the organization. Novolex is committed to providing equal employment opportunity in all employment practices, including but not limited to selection, hiring, promotion, transfer, and compensation to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to age, race, color, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, handicap or disability, genetics, citizenship status, service member or veteran status, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law. Any individual who, because of his or her disability, needs an accommodation in connection with an aspect of the Company's application process should contact . Formerly Pactiv Evergreen

Created: 2026-03-04