Senior Warehouse Associate

C.H. Robinson • Plainfield, IN

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About The Position

C.H. Robinson is seeking a Senior Warehouse Associate to support warehouse operations and the movement of inbound and outbound cargo from trailers or ocean containers. The role includes receiving, handling, staging, preparing, and shipping freight while following safety practices, standard operating procedures, customer requirements, and applicable site regulations. Associates may work across receiving, loading, picking, and shipping functions, and may support logistics accounts and the onboarding and training of new staff.

Site-specific duties may include completing weekly bond checks, following Dock-to-Stock procedures and maintaining building perimeter security, and handling bonded import freight at an External Temporary Storage (ERTS) facility, including breaking down inbound ULDs as needed. The position requires the ability to work flexible hours and/or days at some sites. Compensation is listed as $16.25–$24.07 base pay; individual pay depends on job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• At least 6 months of previous C.H. Robinson warehouse operations experience.
• Good physical stamina and coordination.
• Ability to stand and/or walk for long periods daily; frequently bend, twist, and reach; and periodically lift up to 50 lbs.
• Applicants in a warehouse role must complete a pre-employment drug screen as part of a conditional job offer.
• At applicable sites, ability to work flexible hours and/or days.
• At applicable sites, ability to exceed established location performance standards, such as KPIs.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or GED.
• Previous external warehouse or freight forwarder experience.
• Familiarity with Bills of Lading, Shipping Manifests, Delivery Orders, and similar documents.
• At applicable sites, ability to speak Spanish.

Responsibilities

• Receive goods from customers and suppliers by loading and offloading vehicles, checking paperwork, weighing and measuring goods, and reporting discrepancies or damage.
• Operate stand-up and sit-down forklifts and hand jacks to palletize, stretch-wrap, and band cargo.
• Load and unload trailers and ocean containers professionally and without damage.
• Prepare outbound loads by matching paperwork, labeling freight, and preparing Unit Load Devices (ULDs).
• Accurately sign Bills of Lading and verify counts and damage.
• Maintain the flow of materials and products in warehouses with varying degrees.
• Stage cargo safely and orderly while maintaining cleanliness and organization standards.
• Organize warehouse operations using booking-in sheets or a site-specific Warehouse Management System.
• Handle logistics accounts, picking, packing, inventory reporting, and stock checks as needed to meet SOP and customer quality requirements, including reworking or recouping freight.
• Recommend process improvements to resolve problems and increase efficiency.
• Contribute to the development of new SOPs for new business, products, or process changes.
• Support onboarding and training of staff assigned to an area or department.
• At applicable sites, perform cross-functional duties including receiving, loading, picking, and shipping.
• At applicable sites, complete weekly bond checks.
• At applicable sites, follow Dock-to-Stock procedures and regulations, maintain building perimeter security, and challenge anything or anyone untoward.
• At applicable sites, handle bonded import freight in the ERTS facility in accordance with regulations and break down inbound ULDs as required.

Benefits

• Three medical plans, including prescription drug coverage.
• Enhanced fertility benefits.
• Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Health Savings Account, including employer contribution.
• Dental and vision coverage.
• Basic and supplemental life insurance.
• Short-term and long-term disability.
• Paid observed holidays.
• Two paid floating holidays for U.S. hourly employees.
• Flexible Time Off (FTO) for U.S. salaried employees, with no accruals or caps.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) for other employees in the U.S. and Canada.
• Paid parental leave.
• Paid time off to volunteer in the community.
• Charitable Giving Match Program.
• 401(k) with 6% company matching.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
• Career development, networking, and team-building opportunities.

What This Job Offers

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