Warehouse Assistant Manager (Full Time) - Chicago, IL

A&C Plastics•Schiller Park, IL

6h•Onsite

About The Position

A&C Plastics is a value-based plastic distributor that has been growing steadily for over 50 years—and we’re not slowing down. We’re looking for a Warehouse Assistant Manager to help lead daily operations. This role is hands-on and leadership-driven—you’ll be responsible for keeping the warehouse running efficiently, ensuring accuracy, and supporting the team to get orders out the door the right way, every time.

Requirements

Previous warehouse and leadership experience required
Clean driving record required
Must be 20+ years old
Must be able to pass a drug screen and background check
Willing to travel to Houston, Texas, if necessary
Strong attendance, punctuality and reliability (this is a big deal here)
Ability to delegate, lead, and hold team members accountable
Hands-on mindset—willing to jump in wherever needed
Strong sense of ownership and urgency
Team-oriented with a service mindset
Comfortable in a fast-paced, high-accuracy environment
Must pass a drug screen and background check
Must have a clean Motor Vehicle Record

Nice To Haves

Forklift experience is a plus

Responsibilities

Oversee pulling and packaging teams to ensure orders are picked and shipped accurately and on time
Manage receiving operations to ensure material is checked in and stocked efficiently
Review pulling reports and address accuracy issues as needed
Oversee maintenance of warehouse equipment and vehicles
Conduct and document monthly safety meetings
Print and distribute order and shipping documents for warehouse processing
Push completed orders through invoicing in the ERP system
Coordinate freight pickups and communicate with carriers
Inspect outgoing shipments and verify against documentation
Assist with routing of local deliveries
Operate a forklift to pick, transport, and package materials
Maintain internal record-keeping systems
Ensure proper packaging procedures for safe transport of materials
Maintain a clean, organized, and secure warehouse
Provide tracking updates to the sales team
Resolve delivery and shipping issues as they arise
Assist with inventory management, cycle counts, and ERP reconciliation
Lead physical inventory processes
Cross-train across all warehouse functions and drive process improvements

Benefits

🎉 Paid Time Off & Holiday Pay: Eligible after 90-days
🤒 Paid Sick Days: 5 days per year
💰 401K Plan: With up to 4% Employer Match
💸 Profit-Sharing Program: Get rewarded for the team's success
🏥 Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance: Stay healthy, stay happy
🐾 Pet Insurance – Optional coverage for your furry family members
🛡️ Company-Paid Life & Long-Term Disability Insurance: Offered for peace of mind
📦 Employee Discounts: Save on the products you help make awesome
🚀 Career Growth – We Love to Promote from Within!
❤️ 5 Paid Days for Volunteering – 5 paid days annually to give back to your favorite charity or non-profit
✨ Employee Rewards - Recognize peers through points redeemable for rewards
🍽️ Fun & Friendly Culture – When we crush our goals, we celebrate with monthly catered lunches and team celebrations!
🧠 Employee Assistance Program – Free counseling, legal advice & more
🤝 Work Buddy Program – Paired with a veteran teammate for guidance, support, and company-paid lunches at 45 & 90 days
📈 Leadership Mentorship – One-year coaching program for new managers