Receiving Associate (Illinois)

Rural King • Effingham, IL

5d • $15 - $19

About The Position

The Receiving Associate efficiently loads and unloads shipments, dividing merchandise for storage or movement to the sales area. Duties may include unpacking merchandise, preparing products, setting up displays, stocking shelves, and checking in inventory. The role helps ensure products are accessible, stocked, properly distributed, and safely stored. It also follows standard operating procedures for receiving and processing apparel, accurately merchandising apparel racks, and maintaining stock levels.

The associate processes purchase orders and receiving documentation, monitors and communicates shortages, sorts distribution-center freight, verifies vendor price tags, and supports apparel security tagging and price labeling. The role handles store transfers and UPS shipments, assists with sales-floor inventory and merchandise tracking, organizes freight for distribution, and helps research negative on-hand inventory. The associate maintains a clean and safe work area, operates relevant equipment, participates in cross-training and learning initiatives, and provides professional support to others. No supervisory responsibilities are assigned.

Requirements

• At least 1 year of receiving experience, or an equivalent combination of experience and education.
• Ability to interact with a team in a fast-paced environment while remaining flexible, proactive, resourceful, and efficient.
• A proven track record of producing error-free work and meeting quality standards.
• Ability to work independently without supervision.
• Comfort navigating computer systems and software to assist customers or manage activities.
• Ability to maintain a seated or standing position for extended durations.
• Ability to lift, push, and/or pull at least 30 pounds repetitively and 31–50 pounds intermittently.
• Ability to use a ladder, pallet jack, and forklift.
• Ability to navigate and access all facilities.
• Ability to communicate verbally with others in person and via electronic devices.
• Close vision for computer-related activities.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload shipments and divide merchandise for storage or movement to the sales area.
• Unpack and prepare merchandise, set up displays, stock shelves, and check in inventory.
• Follow established SOPs for purchase order processing and receiving and processing apparel.
• Use scan guns and computer-based software to document receipts accurately.
• Monitor purchase order and distribution-center shortages daily and communicate discrepancies.
• File receiving paperwork daily.
• Sort distribution-center truck freight and verify vendor price tags.
• Apply security tags and price labels to select apparel items according to SOPs.
• Maintain adequate supplies of hangers, labels, and security tags.
• Handle store-to-store transfers, shipping, and receiving with accurate recordkeeping, including UPS transfers.
• Assist with sales-floor inventory management during high-demand periods.
• Collaborate with the receiving team and follow company receiving protocols.
• Organize products onto rocket carts and transport sorted freight to sales floors in appropriate quantities.
• Assist the management team with accurate merchandise tracking.
• Help manage research and review of negative on-hand inventory.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization to create a safe work environment.
• Operate general office equipment, forklifts, pallet jacks, and other equipment.
• Participate in cross-training for flexibility across departments and responsibilities.
• Participate in training programs, workshops, webinars, and other learning initiatives.
• Provide friendly, proactive, and professional support to internal and external parties, responding to inquiries and concerns.
• Demonstrate Rural King's stated values: People First, Integrity, Attitude, Initiative, Teamwork, Accountability, and Continuous Improvement.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• 401(k) plan with a 100% match on the first 3% of contributions and a 50% match on the next 2%.
• Healthcare plans.
• Virtual doctor visits.
• Access to Centers of Excellence with Barnes Jewish Hospital and Mayo Clinic’s Complex Care Program.
• 15% associate discount.
• Dave Ramsey’s SmartDollar Program.
• Associate Assistance Program.
• RK Cares Associate Hardship Program.
• 24/7 chaplaincy services.
• Company-paid YMCA family membership.
• Eligible associates may receive overtime pay in compliance with applicable laws.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed