Job Opportunity at Guardian Equipment

Founded 50 years ago, Guardian Equipment is a worldwide leader in the manufacturing of industrial safety equipment. Our products - emergency eyewash and shower equipment - are used to protect workers in the event of a chemical spill or accident. We sell our products all over the world and are the largest player in our industry. Guardian offers a workplace environment that rewards commitment, talent, and the drive for excellence.

Proud to Call Chicago Home

We love Chicago and have always been here. Our 80,000 square foot headquarters and manufacturing facility are located in a state-of-the-art, LEED Gold certified building at North Branch and Division Streets on Goose Island in Chicago. This facility has gated-off street parking, is close to the Kennedy Expressway (I90), and is easily accessible by public transportation.

Why You Should Join Our Team

When we say that "our people are our biggest asset", we mean it. Whatever your career goals are, we believe in developing talent from within. We create opportunities for dedicated employees to grow and advance. We promote from within and support continuing education, technical training and skills development. We reward commitment, talent and the drive for excellence.

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Check, weigh and count wide variety of incoming parts, materials, and supplies.
• Check purchase orders or packing lists for proper shipment, shortages, damage in transit, broken packages and obvious defects.
• Move material to proper department or place in temporary storage.
• Maintain accurate inventory records
• Open cartons and select samples for inspection. Deliver to inspection area.
• Operate power truck, hoists and other equipment in unloading, moving or storing materials.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must have basic math skills and computer literacy.
• 2+ years of experience in shipping/receiving or material handling roles.
• 2+ years of experience in a manufacturing, distribution or warehouse environment.
• Ability to safely operate forklift or stock picker. Forklift certification required.
• Ability to prioritize workload in order to facilitate on time shipment of ready goods.
• Ability to meet physical requirements of position, as follows:
• Work is performed standing and extensive walking.
• Must be able to lift tote pans weighing up to 50 pounds

Pay and Benefits

• Starting salary is $19.00 or more, depending on the job and experience.
• Pay rate can increase by $1-2/hour for perfect attendance and working voluntary overtime.
• Paid weekly.
• BCBS Medical, vision and dental insurance.
• Optional dental and vision coverage.
• Disability and life insurance.
• Pension and 401k plans.
• (10) paid holidays, paid time off (PTO) days and (5) paid sick leave (PSL) days a year.

WaterSaver Faucet Co./Guardian Equipment Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, committed to developing and retaining a diverse work force and providing a safe and healthy work environment. Our candidate evaluation process includes tests for reading comprehension and basic math.