Manteno is home to a wide range of warehouses and factories. The jobs in Manteno are typically plentiful and many offer good wages and benefits. Most jobs in Manteno are available in the industrial park in the DiversiTech campus. I just checked the most recent help wanted postings for Manteno, IL. There are only two industrial type companies hiring. I have worked at one of these companies so I want to share some insight with job seekers in Manteno. Kankakee County has always had an unemployment rate that is better than the state and national average. With any luck the few Manteno citizens who are currently looking for work and having trouble finding it will read this post and apply for these positions.

K-mart Warehouse Is Hiring – Manteno Jobs Report

The K-mart warehouse in Manteno is currently hiring. I worked at this warehouse around a decade ago and it wasn’t as bad as many may think. Back then they paid $2-$3 more than the minimum wage and offered plenty of overtime. I was hired as seasonal help but I do recall being offered a full-time position. I worked in the shipping department and it was indeed hard work. The first few days were spent watching videos and being trained and certified to operate forklifts and several other pieces of machinery. Here are the job specs:

Job Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED
• Pass a drug screen
• Ability to lift heavy objects
• Previous warehouse experience a plus

There are two ways to apply for this job:

1. In person: Visit 333 S. Spruce Street in Manteno to apply in person.
2. Online: http://www.searsholdings.com/careers/

Hiring Standup Lift & Reach Drivers – Manteno Jobs Report

An unnamed company in Manteno is currently hiring experienced Stand up Lift Truck & Reach drivers. These open positions are in the shipping and receiving department in one of the local warehouses. They need people who can operate the machinery mentioned above to load and unload trailers. Other tasks include verifying SKU numbers, labeling, order picking and several other related tasks. Here are the job specs:

Job Requirements:

• 2 years experience with listed equipment preferred
• High school diploma or GED
• Pass a criminal background check
• Pass a drug screen
• List 50 lbs

Job Info & Benefits:

• 2nd and 3rd shift
• 5 days per week with possible overtime on weekends
• $13.45/hour
• Health insurance after 90 days
• Paid vacation after one year
• Holiday pay
• Overtime
• 401k after one year

There is only one way to apply for this position. You will need to send your resume to: P.O. Box 357 Manteno, IL 60950.

Good Luck job Hunters!