Material Handler/Production Support in Lake In The Hills, Illinois at Direct Dimension LLC
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Job Description
DIRECT DIMENSION, LLC
Material Handler/Production Support
People Operations | Workforce Standards
LOCATION: Lake in the Hills, IL SCHEDULE: Mon-Fri / 8:00-4:30
STATUS: Full-Time/Onsite PAY RANGE: $18 -$22/hr
ABOUT DIRECT DIMENSION
Direct Dimension is a growing manufacturing company focused on producing high quality fabricated components for the transportation industry. Our team takes pride in craftsmanship, reliability, and building products that perform in demanding environments.
We are building a shop culture centered on accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement. If you take pride in producing quality welds and want to be part of a team that respects skilled trades, we would like to meet you.
As our production continues to grow, we are expanding our team and investing in skilled trades that support long-term manufacturing success.
POSITION SUMMARY
Direct Dimension is seeking a hands-on, dependable Material Handler/Production Support team member to support daily shop operations within our manufacturing environment. This role is responsible for material movement, forklift operation, work order staging, inventory support, and assisting welders and fabrication teams with production readiness.
The ideal candidate has prior experience in a manufacturing or metal fabrication environment and understands the importance of organization, urgency, accuracy, and production flow.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
MATERIAL HANDLING & PRODUCTION SUPPORT
- Stage materials and components daily for welding and fabrication work orders
- Ensure welders and production teams have required materials to maintain workflow and productivity
- Transport raw materials, fabricated parts, and finished goods throughout the facility
- Assist with loading, unloading, and movement of steel and production materials
FORKLIFT & EQUIPMENT OPERATION
- Safely operate forklifts and material handling equipment
- Maintain organized storage areas and material locations
- Follow all warehouse and facility safety procedures
INVENTORY & WAREHOUSE SUPPORT
- Assist with inventory organization and stock replenishment
- Monitor material levels and communicate shortages to leadership
- Support warehouse improvement projects and facility organizations initiatives
OPERATIONAL SUPPORT
- Support production flow across fabrication or manufacturing environment
- Maintain clean and organized work areas
- Assist with general shop and operational projects as needed
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
Required Qualifications
- Previous forklift experience
- Ability to lift and move materials in a manufacturing environment
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Reliable attendance and strong work ethic
- Ability to work in a fast-paced shop environment
Preferred Experience
- Prior experience in a metal fabrication or manufacturing environment
- Experience pulling, staging, or picking materials for production work orders
- Understanding of inventory or warehouse processes
- Experience supporting welding or fabrication operations
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
• Standing for extended periods
• Lifting materials and working with metal components
• Use of tools and equipment in a manufacturing environment
• Exposure to noise, heat, and shop conditions
WHY DIRECT DIMENSION?
Growing manufacturing operation Long-term opportunity
Team-oriented environment Skilled trades culture
Stable full-time schedule
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