Material Specialist T99 1st Shift

The North America team is currently looking for a Material Specialist on 1 st shift to join our Taylorville, IL facility.

The Material Specialist receives, stores, loads, and distributes material, tools, equipment, and product within the plant, ensuring accuracy and timeliness of all job functions.

Your Impact


* Utilize forklift to receive, store or distribute material, tools, equipment, and products.


* Utilize forklift to load finished goods onto van/flatbed trailer.


* Utilize Combi-Lift to transport/load long material.


* Prepare orders according to order and pallet requirements.


* Create barcodes for part identification and accurately scan inventory in and out of the plant using RF and handheld scanners.


* Report inventory discrepancies to the Team Leader/Supervisor.


* Maintain a clean and orderly work area to 5S Standards.


* Implement all aspects of Grain & Protein Technologies Lean and Quality Management systems.


* Other responsibilities as assigned.


* Job rotation flexibility.


* Follow required safety and work procedures.

Your Experience and Qualifications


* High school diploma or GED.


* 2 - 5 years previous Van/Flatbed loading experience required.


* Successful completion of Grain & Protein Technologies and OSHA forklift training required within one week of start date.


* Basic computer skills.


* Understanding of how to use RF and handheld scanner as well as the ability to read a tape measure.


* Ability to read, write and use basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication and division).


* Strong mechanical aptitude with the ability to follow precise instructions.


* Ability to communicate effectively with peers, managers and across departments.

Your Compensation and Benefits


* Expected total compensation for this role will be $22.95 to 30.98 per hour depending upon job related knowledge, experience, and skills.


* Up to 5% gainshare potential.


* Benefits will include the ability to elect health care and wellness plans, dental and vision plans, 401(k) Savings Plan with company match, paid holidays, paid time off, health savings and flexible spending accounts, reimbursement for continuing education, life insurance, and other supplemental insurance plans.

Your Workplace

You will be working onsite role based in Taylorville, IL.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee works with or near to moving trucks, trailers and fork trucks and near large machinery and equipment daily.

The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

The employee is exposed to a variety of extreme conditions including temperatures ranging from 40°F to 105°F.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl and use hands and fingers to handle or feel; and reach with hands or arms.

The employee must be able to stand for up to twelve hours pe...