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1st shift Material Handler (MHE)

Michaels

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Apr 24, 2026

Salary
$18 – $21
Location
New Lenox-NEW LENOX DISTRIBUTION CENTER-2400 W Haven Ave, United States of America
Workplace
Hybrid
Type
Full-time
Education
High School
Source
Workday

Description

DC-New Lenox

The Material Handler may fulfill multiple roles in the Distribution Center environment to help fulfill overall mission to process Inbound and/or Outbound freight accurately, timely, and safely.

Major Activities

  • 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. 

Other duties as assigned

Minimum Special Certifications or Technical Skills

  • Basic computer skills for certain roles

Other

  • 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

Preferred Education

  • High school education or equivalency preferred

Preferred Type of Experience the Job Requires

  • 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

Physical Requirements

  • 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

Work Environment

  • 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

Applicants in the U.S. must satisfy federal, state, and local legal requirements of the job.

Total Base Pay Range for this Position:

$18.25 - $21.90

At The Michaels Companies Inc., our purpose is to fuel the joy of creativity and celebration. As the leading destination for creating and celebrating in North America, we operate over 1,300 stores in 49 states and Canada and online at Michaels.com and Michaels.ca. The Michaels Companies, Inc. also owns Artistree, a manufacturer of custom and specialty framing merchandise. Founded in 1973 and headquartered in Irving, Texas, Michaels is the best place for all things creative. For more information, please visit www.michaels.com.

At Michaels, we prioritize the wellbeing of our teams by providing robust benefits for both full-time and part-time Team Members. Our benefits include health insurance (medical, dental, and vision), paid time off, tuition assistance, generous employee discounts, and much more. For more information, visit mikbenefits.com.

Michaels is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are here for all Team Members and all customers to create, innovate and be better together.

Michaels is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with this commitment, Michaels will assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if a reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the job, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Customer Care at 1-800-642-4235 (1800-MICHAEL).

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