Warehouse Associate - Illinois Location

General Technologies, Inc.•West Dundee, IL

5d•$18 - $22

About The Position

The Warehouse Associate ensures warehouse functions are completed accurately and on time. The role keeps records of incoming and outgoing shipments, prepares items for shipment, operates a forklift safely, and fills customer orders for delivery. The employee is responsible for order completeness and correctness and checks outbound shipments for accuracy and readiness for customer delivery. The position supports receiving, inventory organization, cycle counts, audits, and warehouse cleanliness. It requires safe handling of freight and inventory, accurate records, and working efficiently in a fast-paced environment. The schedule is 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with extended hours and weekends as required. Compensation is $18–$22, depending on experience.

Requirements

Must be able to read and write in English.
Must have experience safely operating a sit-down forklift.
Must promote safety and consistently protect oneself, others, and company property from harm.
Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.
Must be able to count accurately and solve simple arithmetic problems.
Must be able to work well with others as part of a team.
Must be able to understand and execute work with guidance from a lead or manager and with minimal supervision.
Must have basic to intermediate computer skills.
Must work in an organized and safe manner.
Must be able to work under pressure in a fast-paced, goal-oriented environment.
Must have physical stamina and strength.
Must be flexible and able to work extended hours and weekends when required.
Attendance must be 98% or better.

Nice To Haves

Warehouse experience is a plus.
Experience as an Order Puller or in a similar role is a plus.
High school diploma or equivalent preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

Follow order pick sheets to pull orders accurately and prepare them for immediate shipping.
Safely operate warehouse equipment, including a pallet jack and sit-down forklift.
Pull, load, and unload freight and incoming inventory without damaging parts, company equipment, or third-party equipment.
Keep the supervisor or manager updated on order progress and alert them when problems arise.
Promote quality through personal accuracy and thoroughness while working at a fast pace.
Follow warehouse rules and procedures for organization, cleanliness, handling partial pallets, and grouping parts by series.
Follow safety procedures and work in a clean and organized manner.
Support monthly cycle counts to validate inventory quantities.
Maintain warehouse inventory so it is ready for cycle counts and audits.
Support warehouse organization, cleanliness, and accurate pallet information.
Follow proper receiving procedures, including detailed shipment counts.
Maintain orderly records for received shipments requiring Certificates.
Keep the assigned warehouse area organized, clean, and properly labeled.
Perform general housekeeping.