Michaels Stores · 23 hours ago
1st Shift Material Handler
New Lenox-NEW LENOX DISTRIBUTION CENTER-2400 W Haven Ave
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$18.25/hr - $21.90/hrMichaels Stores is a leading destination for creativity and celebration, operating over 1,300 stores in North America. They are seeking a Material Handler to fulfill various roles in their Distribution Center, ensuring the accurate and timely processing of inbound and outbound freight.
EducationMarketplaceRetail
Responsibilities
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
Qualification
Required
Basic computer skills for certain roles
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
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
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
Preferred
High school education or equivalency preferred
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
Benefits
Health insurance (medical, dental, and vision)
Paid time off
Tuition assistance
Generous employee discounts
Company
Michaels Stores
At The Michaels Companies Inc., our purpose is to fuel the joy of creativity and celebration.
Founded in 2020
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$119.66M2021-03-03Acquired
2009-07-02Series Unknown· $119.66M
Leadership Team
Derek Hornsby
Executive Vice President, Chief Supply Chain Officer
Brynn Evanson
Chief Human Resources Officer
Recent News
2023-02-20
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