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Material Handler-2nd shift
 QPS Employment Group | |
21.50
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 United States, Illinois, Freeport | |
 Oct 02, 2026 | |
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Position Title: Material Handler
Wage: $21.50 per hour Shift: 12nd QPS Employment Group has a great Material Handler position available at a company in Freeport, IL. This is a 2nd shift position with the opportunity for hire. Welder Responsibilities include but are not limited to: - Pull finished goods from stock to complete orders using barcoding systems accurately and efficiently. - Stack materials securely to prevent damage during transportation and shipping. - Execute system transactions in MRP/ERP and generate required reports. - Complete daily inventory cycle counts following standardized work instructions. - Unload finished goods from outfeed conveyor to pallets. - Manage scrap materials. - Unload offcuts to A-frame. - Move completed pallets to shipping area. - Load raw materials and offcuts into the inventory system. - Perform quality inspections on finished goods to ensure compliance with standards. - Coordinate to ensure shipments are packaged and shipped ahead of due dates. - Wrap and crate completed orders using cardboard and wood materials to protect goods during transit. - Package finished goods for parcel shipments and process through FedEx / UPS systems. - Load and unload trucks in a timely and safe manner. - Coordinate daily activities within the department to meet shipping schedules. - Identify and communicate potential late orders to Supervisor. - Maintain cleanliness and organization of the packaging and crating area. - Work safely and effectively, adhering to all company safety protocols. - Partner with Supervisor and team members to ensure departmental goals are met. - Other duties as required. Welder Requirements: - 1-3 years' experience in a material handling role in distribution or warehouse operations environment (packaging, crating, handling hardware components). - Thorough knowledge of packaging standards and techniques to prevent freight damage. - Familiarity with barcoding systems and ERP software. - Proven experience with material handling - ability to handle and stack materials with care to prevent damage. - Ability to operate hand tools and equipment used in wood crating. - General understanding of shipping practices and documentation. - Capable of flexibility and teamwork in a multi-functional work cell. - Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy and quality standards. - Effective communication skills with supervisor and team. - Demonstrates initiative, strong work ethic, and willingness to learn. - Strong organizational skills and ability to maintain accurate inventory. - Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills. - Reliable worker. - Available for overtime when necessary to meet operational needs. - Forklift experience and certification preferred. About us: QPS Employment Group is a full-service staffing firm comprised of dedicated and passionate people with over 50 offices throughout the United States. We place great people with great companies in industrial, skilled trades, administrative, manufacturing, general labor and professional employment. Hiring immediately! Why Work with QPS? - Access to sought-after positions with leading employers - Dedicated placement specialists who will guide you through every step of the job search process Best of all, our job matching and resume assistance services are 100% free to job seekers and we will never ask you to pay a fee! Please note that QPS Employment Group may use a virtual recruiting assistant to help screen and schedule candidates efficiently. All information collected through this process is used solely for employment purposes and is handled securely in accordance with our privacy policy. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. | |