Michaels
Seasonal 2nd shift Part-time Material Handler
Michaels, New Lenox, Illinois, United States, 60451
Material Handler
The Material Handler may fulfill multiple roles in the Distribution Center environment to help fulfill overall mission to process Inbound and/or Outbound freight accurately, timely, and safely. Major Activities Performs one or more of a variety of functions in a Distribution Center environment associated with fulfilling orders for retail stores and/or other Distribution Centers. Potential work assignments include Receiving, Labeling, Putaway, Order Picking, Slotting, Replenishment, eComm order fulfillment, Hybrid throwing, Loading, and other "speciality" roles that require additional training/experience (e.g., Inventory Control). May utilize manual and/or powered industrial equipment and/or RF guns to perform work tasks as well. Documents production log appropriately to include changes in assignments, downtime, meetings, etc. to ensure productivity records are accurate. Completes other assigned duties per business needs. Other duties as assigned Minimum Special Certifications or Technical Skills Basic computer skills for certain roles Other Ability to work independently and/or as part of a team Basic math proficiency for certain roles Good record-keeping skills with attention to details for certain roles Good communication and interpersonal skills Preferred Education High school education or equivalency preferred Preferred Type of Experience the Job Requires Prior use of manual and/or powered industrial equipment preferred Basic warehouse and/or Distribution Center knowledge recommended; demonstrated success working in a production environment is helpful Physical Requirements Frequent lifting and carrying of product weighing 5 to 60 pounds Frequent pushing or pulling of material and/or equipment Frequent standing when working and when driving powered industrial equipment Frequent walking, primarily in the warehouse Regular reaching, bending, stooping, kneeling and twisting Repetitive motion and substantial movement of the wrists, hands and/or fingers Work Environment Exposure to extreme temperatures dependent on external climate and proximity to dock doors/exits Moderate noise level from DC conveyor/sortation system and powered industrial equipment Occasional vibration if/when operating powered industrial equipment Potential exposure to fumes and airborne particles
The Material Handler may fulfill multiple roles in the Distribution Center environment to help fulfill overall mission to process Inbound and/or Outbound freight accurately, timely, and safely. Major Activities Performs one or more of a variety of functions in a Distribution Center environment associated with fulfilling orders for retail stores and/or other Distribution Centers. Potential work assignments include Receiving, Labeling, Putaway, Order Picking, Slotting, Replenishment, eComm order fulfillment, Hybrid throwing, Loading, and other "speciality" roles that require additional training/experience (e.g., Inventory Control). May utilize manual and/or powered industrial equipment and/or RF guns to perform work tasks as well. Documents production log appropriately to include changes in assignments, downtime, meetings, etc. to ensure productivity records are accurate. Completes other assigned duties per business needs. Other duties as assigned Minimum Special Certifications or Technical Skills Basic computer skills for certain roles Other Ability to work independently and/or as part of a team Basic math proficiency for certain roles Good record-keeping skills with attention to details for certain roles Good communication and interpersonal skills Preferred Education High school education or equivalency preferred Preferred Type of Experience the Job Requires Prior use of manual and/or powered industrial equipment preferred Basic warehouse and/or Distribution Center knowledge recommended; demonstrated success working in a production environment is helpful Physical Requirements Frequent lifting and carrying of product weighing 5 to 60 pounds Frequent pushing or pulling of material and/or equipment Frequent standing when working and when driving powered industrial equipment Frequent walking, primarily in the warehouse Regular reaching, bending, stooping, kneeling and twisting Repetitive motion and substantial movement of the wrists, hands and/or fingers Work Environment Exposure to extreme temperatures dependent on external climate and proximity to dock doors/exits Moderate noise level from DC conveyor/sortation system and powered industrial equipment Occasional vibration if/when operating powered industrial equipment Potential exposure to fumes and airborne particles