Lead Warehouse Associate

C.H. Robinson•Des Plaines, IL

3d•$20 - $32

About The Position

C.H. Robinson is seeking a Lead Warehouse Associate to play a pivotal role in training, coaching, and overseeing our warehouse team. In this position, you'll ensure the safe and efficient loading and unloading of freight from trailers or ocean containers, maintaining the flow of materials within the warehouse. You will elevate our operations by implementing process enhancements, resolving issues, and achieving efficiency improvements. We're seeking an individual who is dependable, detail-oriented, and safety-minded, capable of thriving in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. If you're ready to make an impact and lead by example, apply now and join our team!

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years old
Minimum 2 years of previous warehouse operations experience
Possess good physical stamina and coordination
Could be required to stand and/or walk for long periods daily while frequently bending, twisting, reaching, and periodically lifting up to 50 lbs.
Certified forklift operator
Applicants in a warehouse role must complete a pre-employment drug screen as part of a conditional job offer
Ability to work flexible hours and days

Nice To Haves

High School Diploma or GED
Familiarity with Bills of Lading, Shipping Manifests, Delivery Orders, etc.
Excellent verbal communication skills
Ability to speak Spanish
Values a diverse and inclusive work environment

Responsibilities

Support warehouse supervisory team in adhering to standard operating procedures (SOPs) and ensure their implementation
Assist warehouse team in utilizing Warehouse Management System (WMS), including training and troubleshooting, to maintain efficient warehouse organization
Receive goods from customers and suppliers by offloading and loading vehicles, checking paperwork, weighing, measuring, and reporting discrepancies or damages
Operate stand-up, sit-down forklifts, and hand jacks for palletization, stretch wrapping, and banding of cargo
Load and unload trailers/ocean containers in a professional and damage-free manner
Prepare outbound loads by matching paperwork, labeling, and handling Unit Load Device (ULD) preparation
Sign off Bills of Lading accurately, verifying counts and damages
Stage cargo within the warehouse safely and orderly
Maintain warehouse cleanliness and organization standards through general housekeeping
Ensure quality standards are met according to standard operating procedures (SOP) or customer requirements, including reworking or recouping freight
Contribute to the development of new SOPs related to new business, products, or process changes
Regular duties include cross-functional areas such as receiving, loading, picking, shipping, etc.
Completion of weekly bond checks
Execute Dock-to-Stock procedures and regulations at all times, maintaining building perimeter security and challenging anything or anyone untoward
Handle bonded import freight into the External Temporary Storage (ERTS) facility in accordance with regulations and breakdown of inbound ULD’s as required

Benefits

Three medical plans which include Prescription drug coverage
Enhanced Fertility benefits
Flexible Spending Accounts
Health Savings Account (including employer contribution)
Dental and Vision
Basic and Supplemental Life Insurance
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
Paid observed holidays
2 paid floating holidays for U.S. hourly employees
Flexible Time Off (FTO) offered to U.S. salaried employees — no accruals and no caps.
Paid Time Off (PTO) offered to all other employees in the U.S. and Canada
Paid parental leave
Paid time off to volunteer in your community
Charitable Giving Match Program
401(k) with 6% company matching
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Plus a broad range of career development, networking, and team-building opportunities