Shipping Pallet Builder

Why work for Manitou Group? 

Manitou is purposefully committed to you, its people. Based on a “One United Team” focus, we internationally cultivate our purpose-driven and agile work environment. As an equal opportunity employer, we cultivate, build and elevate our more than 6000 employees and their diversity across more than 30 countries we operate in. There are 6 main plants with locations  in France, the USA, India, Italy and more than 30 subsidiaries all around the world.

Are you  looking for a new opportunity? Join us to be part of our continuous success.

GENERAL ACCOUNTABILITY:

A Shipping Pallet Builder assembles boxes, skids, crates or platforms used for shipping equipment and machine parts.  Pallet-Order builders also plan and build or assemble the most effective crating method for new or unusual items. Employee will also be responsible for loading LTL trailers.

Available Shift:  Monday-Friday 10a-6:30p

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

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  Responsible for accurately building, staging, and loading orders based on a pick ticket.

  
  


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  Use appropriate manual or powered tools safely

  
  


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  Verify the boxes, skids, crates or platforms built is accurate with the order request

  
  


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  Understand how to safely operate and use power/manual tools

  
  


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  Ensure Quality Control Standards and Practices are occurring (recording errors, inspect parts for damage, correct shortages, wrong parts and using QC Forms)

  
  


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  Meet and exceed daily productivity and quality standards

  
  


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  Record daily productivity on Progress Control Boards per Lean Philosophy

  
  


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  Operate stand up and sit down forklifts - and/or be willing to be trained

  
  


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  Responsible to help maintain cleanliness and 5S standards

  
  


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  Must be willing to be cross-trained in other areas in the warehouse as needed

  
  


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  Must perform within the Company Safety Program and Policies

  
  


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  Perform miscellaneous activities as directed to support the efficient operation of the warehouse

  
  


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  Ensure all skids for each order are loaded properly and safely for transport in a semi trailer. 

  
  

EXPERIENCE:

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  Previous experience with a Barcode Scanning System/handheld preferred

  
  


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  Forklift Certification preferred (order picker, reach truck, stand up RC); must be able to pass the forklift certification test

  
  


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  Previous warehouse, crate building or carpentry experience preferred

  
  

EXPERTISE:

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  Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs as part of the job function while using safe lifting techniques

  
  


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  Ability to communicate effectively with team members

  
  


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  Able to work independently under minimal supervision

  
  


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  Able to stand for extended periods of time

  
  


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  Some computer skills and basic math skills needed

  
  

EDUCATION:

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  Requires a high school education or equivalent

  
  

What does MANITOU Group offer? 

• Base pay will be $19.00/hour plus a potential quarterly bonus based on performance metrics
  
  
  
  • Actual pay determined by experience level, skills, qualifications & work location
  
  
  
  


• This position is located onsite in Belvidere, IL


• Travel Requirements - no travel required


• In addition to an inclusive compensation package, we offer a comprehensive benefits program including Medical/Dental/Vision, a matching 401k, tuition reimbursement, volunteer program, wellness activities, employee and family activities throughout the year and so much more!


• Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States


• Manitou Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status or disability status

What is MANITOU Group?

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