--- title: 'Material Handler at Maxcess International' canonical: 'https://feeny.ai/job/material-handler-maxcess-international-edgerton-wisconsin-q2han4vv35g2' type: 'job' last_seen: '2026-09-07' --- # Material Handler at Maxcess International - **Company:** Maxcess International - **Location:** Edgerton Wisconsin, United States - **Posted:** 2026-08-31 - **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-07 - **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/maxcessinternational/jobs/5410246008 ## Job description Material Handler Opportunity Employment Type: Full-Time, First Shift, Mon–Thurs: 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM Friday Overtime as Needed, No Saturday/Sunday work 30 min PAID lunch, 10-min PAID Break Pay: Competitive hourly rate: $23.00/hour About Us: Componex Inc. is a precision manufacturer specializing in innovative WINertia roller technology for the web handling industry. Our products are trusted worldwide for their quality, performance, and reliability. We are seeking a detail-oriented and driven individual to join our team as a Material Handler. Position Summary The Material Handler is responsible for ensuring production lines remain supplied with raw materials, tooling, and consumables while maintaining a clean, safe, and organized warehouse environment. This role plays a critical part in supporting production efficiency, meeting customer delivery commitments, and assisting with shipping and receiving functions when required. ## Key Responsibilities - Stock aluminum tubing and bar stock on production material racks using a forklift. - Stock materials, perishable tooling, supplies, lubricants, ect on production lines. - Remove production waste including garbage, recycling, and aluminum chips from work areas. - Lubricate and package bearings for production and sales orders. - Unload and verify incoming materials, accurately receiving in ERP system. - Deliver or pick up materials from local vendors using a company vehicle as needed. - Assist with shipping clerk and crate builder duties as backup support. - Maintain clean and organized work areas in compliance with Lean Manufacturing and 5S standards. ## Qualifications - Strong work ethic and self-motivation with the ability to prioritize workload. - Knowledge of or willingness to learn Lean Manufacturing and 5S concepts. - Effective verbal communication skills to work within a fast-paced, team-oriented environment. - Safety-focused, with sound decision-making and problem-solving skills. - Proficiency with computers, Microsoft Word, Excel, email, messaging, and ERP software. - Ability to use forklifts, hoists, and hand tools safely and effectively. - Valid driver’s license and clean driving record (required for use of company vehicles). - Successful completion of internal fork truck training and licensing. Physical Requirements - Regularly required to stand, bend, and kneel. - Must be able to lift and move 25 lbs. frequently and up to 50 lbs. occasionally. Required Education and Experience - High school diploma or equivalent. - 5+ years fork lift experience. ## Benefits - Competitive pay - Paid 30-minute lunch - BCBS Health Insurance with HSA or Flex Account options - Dental and Vision Insurance - Vacation and Paid Sick Time - Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance - Life Insurance - 10 Paid Holidays - 401(k) with company contribution - Safety Shoe Reimbursement #IND Maxcess is an equal employment opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, sex, disability, age, pregnancy, national origin, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We are committed to diversity and inclusion, and all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. ## About Maxcess International ## Company Overview - **One-liner**: Maxcess International provides custom, end-to-end web handling solutions (guiding, tension control, winding, slitting, and die cutting) for industrial converting lines across packaging, paper, nonwovens, metals, and other specialty markets. - **Entity Type**: Private (owned by Berwind Corporation) - **Headquarters**: Oak Brook, Illinois, United States - **Founded**: 1939 (as Fife; Maxcess brand established in 1998) - **Founders**: Not publicly available ## Core Business - **Primary industry**: Automation Machinery Manufacturing (web handling equipment and services) - **Target customers**: B2B – industrial manufacturers in packaging, tag & label, paper, nonwovens, metals, tire & rubber, battery, and specialty converting - **Mission / Purpose**: “We provide solutions that help you work better, faster and smarter” – optimizing peak output performance through integrated, customized web handling solutions. ## Products & Services - **Web Guiding Solutions** (Fife brand): Sensors, actuators, and controllers for precise web alignment. - **Tension Controls** (MAGPOWR brand): Brakes, clutches, and tension controllers for consistent web tension. - **Winding Systems** (Tidland brand): Shafts, chucks, and winding accessories for roll handling. - **Slitting Systems** (Tidland, RotoMetrics): Shear, score, and razor slitting solutions. - **Rotary Dies** (RotoMetrics, ICD): Precision rotary die cutting tools for label and flexible packaging. - **Precision Rolls** (Webex, Valley Roller, Componex): Custom engineered rolls for various converting applications. - **Industry 4.0 / Automation**: Integrated sensors and control systems to reduce manual intervention and improve sustainability. ## Market Standing - **Valuation**: Not disclosed - **Key Metric**: Estimated annual revenue of **$750M** (LinkedIn data) - **Notable Investors / Partners**: Owned by **Berwind Corporation** (private holding company). Previously acquired by **Bertram Capital** in 2014. Recent acquisitions include **International Cutting Die (ICD)** (2024) and **Componex** (2018). - **Growth Signals**: - Headcount growth of **+6.2% YoY** (~260 employees) - Global operations across 14 countries (manufacturing & sales in North America, Europe, India, China, Australia) - Active R&D investment in Industry 4.0 and sustainable automation - 35 open job postings (as of mid-2026) ## Competitive Advantages - **End-to-end solutions**: Only partner offering a complete, integrated line from unwind to rewind across multiple brands. - **Deep application expertise**: Decades of combined experience (over 400 years) in web handling mechanics and process optimization. - **Global service network**: Manufacturing and support in 14 countries ensures local responsiveness. - **Proven reliability**: Long-standing brands (Fife, Tidland, MAGPOWR, RotoMetrics) trusted by major industrial customers. ## Strategic Focus - **Industry 4.0**: Developing safer, automated systems that reduce dependency on skilled manual labor and minimize human error. - **Sustainability**: Helping customers run more sustainably through efficient web handling and reduced waste. - **Expansion**: Continued geographic growth and strategic acquisitions to broaden product portfolio (e.g., ICD acquisition in 2024). ## Why Work Here - **Culture**: Values diversity, equity, and inclusion; described as a “growing and diverse global team” with a thirst for continuous learning. - **Work environment**: Fast-paced, global operations; roles span engineering, supply chain, sales, customer service, and skilled trades. - **Remote / hybrid**: Not explicitly stated; many roles are likely on-site at manufacturing locations (e.g., Camas, WA; Oklahoma City, OK; Neenah, WI; Eureka, MO; Greenville, WI; Kelkheim, Germany). - **Growth opportunities**: 19 active job postings with a +35.7% increase in openings year-over-year; internships available. - **Engineering culture**: Strong emphasis on R&D, product development, and process innovation (Global Director of R&D role, Mechanical Design and Process Engineers). ## Sources 1. [maxcessintl.com](https://www.maxcessintl.com/) 2. [maxcessintl.com/about-us](https://www.maxcessintl.com/about-us/) 3. [maxcessintl.com/careers](https://www.maxcessintl.com/careers/) 4. [job-boards.greenhouse.io/maxcessinternational](http://job-boards.greenhouse.io/maxcessinternational) 5. 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