Job Description

Winpak Portion Packaging is seeking a Material Handler to join the Production Dept based out of our Sauk Village and/or Chicago Heights facilities. In this role you will safely and efficiently service the production lines by supplying or removing materials, in a timely manner, to ensure no downtime is incurred and inventory remains accurate.

Join our Production Department at our Sauk Village facility as a Material Handler In this role, you will play a key part in supporting production operations by safely and efficiently supplying materials to the production lines and removing finished or excess materials. Your attention to accuracy and timeliness will help ensure continuous production with minimal downtime and maintain precise inventory control. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and is committed to safety, teamwork, and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

• Verify and understand material requirements for assigned jobs.
• Obtain necessary materials from the warehouse or request them from the remote warehouse as needed.
• Prepare materials for production (e.g., cleaning, unwrapping, labeling).
• Safely and promptly deliver materials to machines, ensuring continuous operation and minimizing downtime.
• Monitor machines and replenish materials as needed to support uninterrupted production.
• Accurately document material inspections, usage, and assignments in a clear and legible manner.
• Maintain up-to-date and accurate inventory row tags.
• Retrieve carts, unused or rejected materials, and other necessary items efficiently.
• Properly wrap, weigh, label, and store any unused or rejected materials.
• Keep the work area clean, organized, and safe throughout the shift.
• Maintain a valid forklift operator certification and operate forklifts safely and efficiently.
• Complete and document forklift inspections at the start of each shift.
• Immediately report any safety, material, machine, tooling, quality, or process issues to a supervisor.
• Manage time effectively to reduce downtime, optimize production, and complete cleaning, inspections, and documentation within the work shift.
• Comply with all safety policies, procedures, and use of personal protective equipment.
• Adhere to all personal hygiene and dress code requirements, including appropriate hair coverings.
• Report any food packaging safety concerns directly to plant management.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.
• In the event of absence, responsibilities will be delegated to an alternate qualified Material Handler.

Required Qualifications:

• Follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP): Adhere to all company GMP policies to ensure the safe handling and integrity of food packaging materials.
• Maintain Sanitation Standards: Support and follow sanitation procedures to uphold cleanliness and reduce contamination risks in all work areas.
• Quality Assurance Support: Handle and inspect materials in a way that supports the plant’s quality objectives, preventing mix-ups, contamination, or damage.

Preferred Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Forklift experience.
• Basic math skills.
• Basic computer skills.
• Lifting/carrying up to 50 lbs regularly.
• Walking/standing approximately 12 hours per day

Additional Information:

• The Material Handler position is 100% onsite, working on the production floor.
• 12-Hour COP Shift Rotation:
• Week 1 - Monday, Tuesday, Friday & Saturday
• Week 2 - Sunday, Wednesday & Thursday

Compensation range:

The compensation range is $18.20- 25.35 and is provided as a general guideline only. Pay will be determined based on the candidate's experience and expertise and is subject to vary.

Why Winpak?

Winpak is committed to providing comprehensive benefits to support the physical, mental, financial and social well-being of our employees and their families. Our benefit package includes the following:

• Medical, dental, vision & prescription coverage
• Travel coverage
• Disability coverage
• Voluntary life insurance
• Life and accidental death & dismemberment insurance
• Tuition assistance program
• Retirement savings plans
• A comprehensive employee and family assistance program which includes short term counselling, wellbeing coaching, financial and legal consultations services.

Winpak’s vision is to provide the best packaging solutions for people and planet. We are a leading supplier of innovative packaging solutions, known for providing high-quality products that meet the needs of a variety of industries, including food and beverage, pharmaceuticals, and consumer products. With a commitment to sustainability, safety, and excellence, Winpak continues to grow as a global leader in the packaging industry.

At Winpak, inclusion is one of our core values. We believe that an inclusive culture fosters a sense of belonging, drives innovation, and provides our brand a competitive advantage. Our goal is to create an environment free from harassment and discrimination, and where every individual feels respected, valued, and appreciated.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we are committed to an equitable and inclusive recruitment process, evaluating applicants based on merit, capability, and qualifications related to the job - never on identity factors such as race, color, gender, age, sexual orientation, religion, disability, national origin, or any other protected status. To support this commitment, if you require any accommodations during the recruitment process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met.

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