Material Handler - 2nd Shift at Cresco Labs in Joliet, IL

Summary: Cresco Labs is one of the largest public operators in the cannabis industry, dedicated to normalizing and professionalizing cannabis. They are seeking Material Handlers to join their Supply Chain team, responsible for supplying materials to various departments, maintaining inventory accuracy, and assisting in the shipping and receiving of cannabis products. Responsibilities: - Providing departments with all materials needed at the point of use based on work orders/bills of materials provided - Accurately recording weights and tote counts of all cannabis products being received or shipped out to other facilities or dispensaries - Follow a first in first out (FIFO) flow of inventory to ensure the shelf-life quality of all perishable stock items - Reports any discrepancies related to cannabis shipments to department leadership and assists in resolving discrepancies - Assist in tracking and reporting inventory levels to avoid shortages - Assist in the receiving of goods as well as stocking shelves and completing daily supply run for all departments - Operates lift trucks to move equipment/supplies through facility and receive goods from freight carriers - Receive and handoff shipments to freight carriers and small package carriers like FedEx, UPS, and USPS - Communicating shipment issues with department leadership including damaged shipments - Assist with Grow media removal after harvests and Operate shredding equipment to dispose of plant waste on a daily basis - Other duties to support the overall operation as assigned Required Qualifications: - 1 year (2-3 years preferable) of hands-on experience in a factory, production or manufacturing fast-paced environment with measurable goals and working standards, preferred - Excellent written and verbal communication skills - High level of organizational skill - Deadline driven and detail oriented - Sincere commitment to work collaboratively with all company departments and employees - Must be able to operate and complete power industrial lift truck certification/training requirements - Must be able to work outside in cold and hot environments - One must be able to work around equipment with moving parts and excessive noise - Requires work around plant material, which could include exposure to plant pollen and/or dust - Requires ability to sit, stand, kneel, and/or do repetitive actions with your hands for long periods of time - Requires ability to lift up, lower, push, and pull up to 50 lbs to torso level - Must be 21 years of age or older to apply - Must comply with all legal or company regulations for working in the industry - The company does not offer employment-based visa sponsorship for this role or any other position, now or in the future. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis without the need for current or future sponsorship at any time Required Skills: Power industrial lift truck operation, Inventory management, FIFO inventory control, Material handling, Shipping and receiving, Plant waste shredding Benefits: Major medical, Dental and vision insurance, A 401(K)-match program, FSA/HSA programs, LTD/STD options, Life insurance, AD&D, Paid holidays, Paid time off, Annual discretionary bonuses, Stock options, Participation in our employee discount program