Material Handler at Worthington Industries Inc in Chicago, Illinois

Job Description:

Tempel

a Worthington Steel (NYSE:WS) owned company

is a leading global manufacturer of precision magnetic steel laminations for the motor

generator

auto and transformer industries

and beyond. We deliver precision manufacturing

metallurgical analysis

engineering

prototyping and product design

tooling

and value-added capabilities to customers via a global manufacturing footprint.

The Shipping & Receiving Material Hander is responsible for the movement and reporting of steel and steel products/by-products throughout the facility. This individual operates a variety of powered lift trucks and cranes.

$21/hr.

1st - Monday through Friday 6am to 2pm

• Operates forklift truck to move the materials to the storage area and stock loaded skids
• Fills orders from warehouse stock
• Prepares and packs heavy and fragile parts for shipment in standard boxes or other containers from specified standards
• Selects packing material for protection of product
• Checks against packing list for inclusion
• Applies special labels or stencils as necessary
• Maintains safe practices and housekeeping rules
• Performs a variety of operations within the department to maintain the flow of work
• Performs other duties as assigned

Competencies

• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Demonstrates a clear understanding of policies and procedures of operation; complies with and applies policies and procedures appropriately
• Keeps current with and effectively applies new work methods

  skills

  
  

  and technologies to complete work

  
  
• Demonstrates the willingness and competence to work in multiple functional areas
• Assesses situations accurately and determines appropriate action
• Identifies and utilizes resources effectively and responsibly
• Takes ownership for own self-development

Minimum Qualifications

• Ability to work well with others
• Knowledgeable of good safety practices and quality standards
• Basic math

  computer and communication skills

  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Valid forklift truck license
• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred

Work Environment and Physical Demands

• Work environment requires constant alertness of safety requirements and dangers.
• It is climate controlled by weather due to outside exposure while handling scrap functions or transporting between buildings.
• Forklifts are frequently in the area. Some areas may be noisy and/or dirty.
• Must be able to lift and move parts which can weigh up to 50 lbs.
• Managing and manipulating steel banders.
• Good hand/eye coordination for use of forklifts and cranes.
• Bending during packaging operations.

Headquartered in Chicago

Illinois and founded in 1945

the Company follows a people-first philosophy with earning money for its shareholders as its first corporate goal. Relentlessly finding new ways to drive progress and practicing a shared commitment to transformation

Tempel makes better solutions possible for customers

employees

shareholders and communities.

About Us

Hesitant to apply because you may not meet every specific requirement? If this role is something you are interested in

but your previous experience doesn't exactly align

we encourage you to apply! At Worthington Steel we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. We recognize that individuals with diverse experiences and backgrounds are essential to our success. You may be the perfect candidate for this role or others within our organization.

Worthington Steel (NYSE:WS) is a metals processor that partners with customers to deliver highly technical and customized solutions. Worthington Steel's expertise in carbon flat-roll steel processing

electrical steel laminations and tailor welded solutions are driving steel toward a more sustainable future.

As one of the most trusted metals processors in North America

Worthington Steel and its 4,600 employees harness the power of steel to advance our customers' visions through value-added processing capabilities including galvanizing

pickling

configured blanking

specialty cold reduction

lightweighting and electrical lamination. Headquartered in Columbus

Ohio

Worthington operates 32 facilities in seven states and six countries. Following a people-first Philosophy

commitment to sustainability and proven business system

Worthington Steel's purpose is to generate positive returns by providing trusted and innovative solutions for customers

creating opportunities for employees

and strengthening its communities.

Worthington Steel Inc.

and its subsidiaries

is an equal employment opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered regardless of race

color

religion

age

national origin

sex

disability or veteran's status.