Warehouse Associate

C.H. Robinson•Plainfield, IN

10d•$15 - $22

About The Position

C.H. Robinson is seeking a Warehouse Associate to support warehouse operations and the movement of inbound and outbound cargo from trailers or ocean containers. The role focuses on safe, accurate handling of goods and timely customer delivery. Associates receive, inspect, stage, and prepare freight; use material-handling equipment; and maintain warehouse organization and security. Depending on the site, duties may include bonded-freight handling, weekly bond checks, and Dock-to-Stock procedures.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years old.
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.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED.
Previous 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 unloading vehicles, checking paperwork, weighing and measuring freight, 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 activity 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.
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 External Temporary Storage (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 and a Health Savings Account, including an employer contribution.
Dental and vision coverage.
Basic and supplemental life insurance.
Short-term and long-term disability coverage.
Paid observed holidays and two paid floating holidays for U.S. hourly employees.
Flexible Time Off for U.S. salaried employees; paid time off 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.