Distribution Associate 2nd Shift

Campbell's•Downers Grove, IL

17h•Onsite

About The Position

The Distribution Associate plays a critical role in ensuring finished products are received, stored, picked, and shipped accurately and safely while supporting production and warehouse operations. The role requires attention to detail, commitment to food safety, and the ability to operate material handling equipment so products reach customers on time and meet quality standards. The position is located in Downers Grove, Illinois, and is designated as 2nd shift, generally starting as early as 2:45 PM and continuing until work is finished. Start times and hours may vary based on production schedules, holidays, and staffing needs. Overtime and weekend work may be needed. Strong attendance and punctuality are essential. Employees must remain in the position for at least one year and successfully complete a 90-day evaluation period. The listed pay rate is $23.00 per hour. The company offers competitive health, dental, 401k, and wellness benefits beginning on the first day of employment.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
Two years of experience in distribution, shipping, receiving, warehousing, or material handling; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Experience operating forklifts and other powered industrial equipment.
Ability to obtain and maintain required lift truck licensing and certifications.
Working knowledge of SAP and other computer-based inventory systems.
Strong attention to detail and accuracy in inventory control, order picking, and shipping.
Ability to read, interpret, and execute pick lists and shipping documentation.
Strong decision-making, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Commitment to food safety, quality standards, regulatory compliance, and safe work practices.
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
Ability to stand for extended periods and perform frequent walking, bending, kneeling, climbing, crouching, and reaching.
Ability to regularly lift and move up to 50 pounds and push or pull heavy loads on wheeled equipment.
Ability to work in environments with temperature extremes, industrial noise, moving equipment, forklift traffic, and wet conditions.
Flexibility to work overtime and adapt to changing operational needs.
Strong attendance and punctuality; employees must remain in the position for a minimum of one year and successfully complete a 90-day evaluation period.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a food manufacturing or bakery environment.
Familiarity with warehouse management systems (WMS) and inventory control processes.
Experience with SAP inventory, shipping, and receiving transactions.
Prior experience supporting freezer operations.
Knowledge of lockout/tagout procedures and industrial safety practices.
Previous experience working within GMP, HACCP, allergen control, and food quality programs.
Experience meeting productivity standards in a high-volume distribution environment.
Proven success maintaining 5S and continuous improvement standards.

Responsibilities

Receive finished products from production through automated stacking systems or manual stacking processes as needed.
Safely operate stacker equipment and perform required lockout/tagout procedures.
Sort and organize products by variety and production day for proper storage and inventory control.
Supply empty baskets to production lines and support production flow.
Manually stack cases and baskets while maintaining production line pace.
Palletize finished products according to established stacking requirements.
Operate powered industrial equipment, including forklifts and lift trucks, and maintain required certifications.
Pick orders using MOA numbers and accurately interpret pick lists.
Load outbound trucks while meeting productivity standards and ensuring proper load security and identification.
Accurately count inventory and move materials throughout the warehouse.
Assist with freezer, receiving, shipping, and other warehouse operations as needed.
Use SAP and other computer systems to support inventory transactions and operational processes.
Maintain work areas in accordance with 5S standards, housekeeping expectations, and safety requirements.
Follow food safety, quality, GMP, HACCP, CTS, allergen control, lot traceability, and JSA requirements.
Communicate operational issues effectively and update communication boards daily.
Perform other duties as assigned to support plant operations.