| Location | Elk Grove, Illinois |
Position: Material Handler
Location:Elk Grove Village
Shift: Day Shift | 5:45 AM – 6:15 PM | 12-hour rotating schedule (must be willing to work overtime and weekends)
Department: Warehouse
Pay Rate: $21.74/hour
Retention Bonus:
To reward long-term commitment, this position offers a $2,000 retention bonus, paid as follows:
Please note: This is a retention bonus and is not paid at the time of hire.
Summary Description
The Material Handler supports plant operations by safely moving raw materials, finished goods, samples, and warehouse inventory throughout the facility while maintaining production flow, inventory accuracy, and safety compliance.
What You’ll Be Doing
Process sample requests for CSR, R&D, Lab, and other departments as needed
Cut samples and reprint labels for raw material, master rolls, and finished goods for lab use
Scrap and bale recyclable materials
Deliver mail, UPS, and FedEx throughout the plant
Move materials throughout the plant following routing delivery tickets or orders
Fill orders from storage and warehouse stock and deliver materials to designated departments and machines
Operate power lift trucks to move materials and stack pallets
Operate walking crane or hoist when unloading and storing materials as required
Unload, move, and store a variety of materials, parts, and products
Perform forklift operation safely and efficiently
Track material movement using scanner systems under EFI procedures
Follow FIFO procedures at all times
Obey all HALO safety traffic signs and procedures
Complete forklift checklists and report equipment issues
Participate in daily shift change communication meetings
Follow truck loading and unloading procedures safely
Discuss daily safety topics
Report all safety violations to management
Participate in TOPPAN’s Global Performance System (GPS) activities including 5Star, pillar teams, audits, and near misses
Maintain regular attendance and punctuality
Perform other duties as assigned
Work a full 12-hour schedule consistently
We’d Love to Hear From You If
You have previous forklift experience
You have a strong “get it done” attitude and urgency to complete tasks
You have strong written and verbal communication skills
You can lift up to 75 pounds as needed
You work well in a fast-paced team environment
You can read and understand manufacturing instructions
You can work quickly while maintaining strong attention to detail and safety
Benefits
At TOPPAN Packaging Americas, we offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package designed to support overall wellbeing. Benefits may vary based on location, employment classification, or collective bargaining agreement and may include:
Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents, including FSA and HSA options
401(k) retirement plan with company match
Employee Assistance Program and wellbeing resources
Paid time off and holidays
Company-paid and voluntary insurance plans including life, accident, and disability coverage
Tuition reimbursement
Equal Opportunity Employer
TOPPAN Packaging Americas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran or military status, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
We are committed to providing a workplace where everyone feels respected, valued, and able to contribute to their fullest potential. Reasonable accommodations are available throughout the application and employment processes. If you require assistance or accommodation due to a disability, please contact us.