Material Handler - 3rd Shift 

LOCATION: West Chicago / Illinois (US-IL), United States | BRAND: New York Air Brake | REQUISITION ID: 7653 | JOB GRADE: 07  | ON-SITE/REMOTE: On-site 

Since 1890, New York Air Brake has been an innovative leader in the heavy-haul railroad industry. As a member company of Knorr-Bremse –the world’s leading manufacturer of braking systems for rail and commercial vehicles--New York Air Brake is recognized worldwide as a Center of Competence for heavy-haul freight railroad control systems. From multiple locations, we serve customers across the United States, Canada, and Mexico—reaching clear across the globe to South America, Africa, the Middle East, China, and Australia. Our talented, diverse, and dedicated teams develop innovative solutions to the challenges facing our customers. Join us in our next steps.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

MATERIAL HANDLER, 3rd  SHIFT / $22.17 per hour plus $1.50 Shift Differential

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Safely operate lift truck in accordance with current OSHA standards.

• To place incoming raw materials in proper locations as designated by materials manager or shift supervisor.
• To place finished goods in designated locations as assigned by materials manager or shift supervisor.
• To empty dumpsters and trash bins as needed or by request.
• Run flash grinder and hammermill machine.
• Housekeeping and PM requirements on lift trucks and in areas designated.
• Call shift supervisor or maintenance personnel immediately should lift truck is not operating properly or concerns of safety exist.
• Complete daily checklist completely, accurately, timely as required.
• To work in other department jobs as assigned and qualified.
• In the absence of the shift supervisor regarding issues of safety, quality or productivity, instructions shall be provided by the lab tech.

REQUIREMENTS

• High School Diploma or equivalent

• 3+ years of work experience in warehouse and materials.
• Forklift experience
• Be able to work overtime hours before or after regularly scheduled shifts or on weekends and be available to work any of the three shifts as needed.
• Capable of operating floor sweeper

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Wear PPE as required; metatarsal safety shoes, laborers gloves, protective glasses with side shields, ear plugs, dust/mist respirator.
• Must be able to tolerate conditions of elevated temperatures, dust, and draft.
• Must be able to tolerate extended periods of sitting throughout shift.
• Must be able to occasional lifting from the ground of 25lbs.
• Adequate vision to safely operate vehicles inside, outside, and around the plant.
• Must be able to climb on and off a forklift truck continuously.
• Must be able to climb up and down stairs. Certified Anchor forklift driver by company operator trainer.  

ADVANCEMENT

• Achieved 80% on written test for OSHA Forklift Drivers.
• Achieved 80% on Material Handler and Backup Obstacle Course forklift driving test.

WHAT WE OFFER
From Engineering to Test Laboratory; Manufacturing & Skilled Machine Operation to Sales and Marketing; Field Service to Customer Service; Quality to HR to Finance to Software Development, our team-based approach is built on inclusion, opportunity, development, social responsibility and rewards. You are afforded the chance to grow personally and professionally through challenging assignments, commitment to continuing education, exposure to a variety of projects, and international travel. Our benefits are cutting edge as we offer student loan repayment assistance, lucrative 401k program, company assisted stock purchase plan, tuition reimbursement, wellness program, onsite workout facilities & classes along with competitive salary and incentive compensation, generous paid time off programs and a full array of medical, dental and vision options. We’ve got the right stuff, do you? Let’s find out together.

ARE YOU INTERESTED?
Then join us! We look forward to receiving your online application!

New York Air Brake LLC is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of the Company to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.