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Material Handler

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Acuity

Des Plaines, IL (In Person)

$41,829 Salary, Full-Time

Posted 5 days ago (Updated 2 days ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 7/8/2026

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Job Description

Material Handler 3.4 3.4 out of 5 stars 1300 South Wolf Road, Des Plaines, IL 60018 $20.11 an hour - Full-time Acuity 18 reviews $20.11 an hour - Full-time Acuity Inc. (
NYSE:
AYI) is a market-leading industrial technology company. We use technology to solve problems in spaces, light and more things to come. Through our two business segments, Acuity Brands Lighting (ABL) and Acuity Intelligent Spaces (AIS), we design, manufacture, and bring to market products and services that make a valuable difference in people's lives. We achieve growth through the development of innovative new products and services, including lighting, lighting controls, building management solutions, and an audio, video and control platform. We focus on customer outcomes and drive growth and productivity to increase market share and deliver superior returns. We look to aggressively deploy capital to grow the business and to enter attractive new verticals. Acuity Inc. is based in Atlanta, Georgia, with operations across North America, Europe and Asia. The Company is powered by approximately 13,000 dedicated and talented associates. Visit us at www.acuityinc.com. Job Summary The Distribution Processor - 2nd Shift (Material Handler) is responsible for accurately preparing, packaging, and processing outbound shipments and inbound materials to ensure efficient warehouse operations. This role handles daily tasks such as scanning products into the system, processing pallets and boxes, weighing and labeling items, and assembling shipments according to company standards. The associate will help break down inbound pallets, verify counts, and update the system to resolve discrepancies. They will also wrap pallets, apply proper labels and corner boards, and move finished goods to the correct dock doors. Key Tasks & Responsibilities (Essential Functions) Process shipments via UPS and FedEx and loading products into trailer Process pallets systemically through LIDS, scanning products into system Weight, measure, and label products Processing boxes systematically through pack size and physically assemble Package products, labelng and taping boxes Breakdown inbound pallets and systemic processing of receipts Review quantity discrepancies and update system as needed Wrap pallets utilizing wrap machine Ensure labels left by distribution attendants are assigned to correct pallet Put corner boards on product when appropriate Move product to dock door when appropriate Hit hour by hour productivity goal; follow and maintain hur by hour board Maintain a clean and safe work environment, ensuring 5S is followed Skills and Minimum Experience Required High School Diploma/GED Ability to follow all Safety, Health and Environmental guidelines, policies, rules and training Basic math/reading comprehension aptitude The ability to read and interpret a manifest, packing list and complex shipping codes Basic computer skills Ability to work in a team environment Travel Requirements 0% We value diversity and are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regards to race, color, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, ethnicity or national origin, disability, pregnancy, religion, covered veteran status, protected genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. Accommodation for Applicants with
Disabilities:
As an equal opportunity employer, Acuity Inc. is committed to providing reasonable accommodations in its application process for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans. If you have difficulty using our online system due to a disability and need an accommodation, you may contact us. Please clearly indicate what type of accommodation you are requesting and for what requisition. Any unsolicited resumes sent to Acuity Inc. from a third party, such as an Agency recruiter, including unsolicited resumes sent to an Acuity Inc. mailing address, fax machine or email address, directly to Acuity Inc. employees, or to Acuity Inc. resume database will be considered Acuity Inc. property. Acuity Inc. will NOT pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume. Acuity Inc. will consider any candidate for whom an Agency has submitted an unsolicited resume to have been referred by the Agency free of any charges or fees. This includes any Agency that is an approved/engaged vendor, but does not have the appropriate approvals to be engaged on a search.
Pay:
$20.11 per hour
Benefits:
401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Work Location:
In person