Founded on precision, integrity, and American manufacturing excellence, Security Locknut is a leading producer of premium fastening solutions designed to withstand vibration and stress in demanding environments. Based in Vernon Hills, Illinois, we proudly manufacture in the USA and provide bolted joint solutions ranging from Class 1 and Metro Railroads to Vibratory material handling and extreme mining equipment.

What sets us apart is our commitment to quality, reliability, and people. Our facility is clean, climate-controlled, and equipped to support both innovation and employee comfort. As a growing company with a close-knit team culture, we value accuracy, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

Join Security Locknut and become part of a company where your work truly matters—where precision meets purpose.

Security Locknut in Vernon Hills, IL is looking for a motivated and detail-oriented individual to join our team as a Shipping & Inventory Specialist. Work in a clean, air-conditioned facility where accuracy and reliability are valued.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage inventory and incoming materials (counts, paperwork, hardness test)
• Write and manage purchase orders, schedule vendor pickups
• Deliver parts to assembly and maintain material flow
• Communicate with internal teams via email and Teams
• Load/unload trucks and reorganize stock materials
• Label and pack outgoing shipments (UPS orders)
• Operate forklift and handle daily material adjustments/setups

Required Skills & Traits:

• Driver’s License in Good Standing
• Basic math and fast calculation skills
• Ability to speak and write English clearly
• Legible handwriting and attention to detail
• Physically fit and able to lift regularly
• Forklift operation and ability to use calipers
• Office suite experience (Excel, Outlook, etc.)
• Strong memory and ability to multitask

Benefits Include:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Basic Life Insurance
• Supplemental Life and Accident options
• 401(k) with 3% company contribution (fully vested)
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and 8 paid holidays
• Company-provided shirts and safety shoes
• Clean, air-conditioned work environment