(USA) Warehouse Associate

Morrison Express•Elk Grove Village, IL

About The Position

The Warehouse Associate supports warehouse operations by receiving, loading, unloading, preparing, storing, and delivering cargo safely and accurately. The role helps achieve profitable growth on assigned shipments by checking orders for overages and shortages, inspecting deliveries for damage, verifying paperwork, updating shipment information in the warehouse management system (WMS), and maintaining warehouse security, records, inventory, and a safe, compliant work environment. The associate follows standard operating procedures, company policies, and applicable dangerous goods and hazardous materials requirements, and contributes to training and continuous improvement. The role requires working one of four Tuesday–Saturday or Sunday–Thursday schedules, with shifts spanning day, evening, or overnight hours. It involves standing and performing physical tasks for up to eight hours per day, handling packages, and working in changing temperatures and environments where pollen, dust, dander, and other elements may be present.

Requirements

At least 1 year of warehouse work experience.
Forklift certification or the ability to obtain certification.
Experience with a WMS, RF scanner, and basic computer use.
Ability to follow detailed instructions and perform repetitive tasks.
Effective time-management and organizational skills.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and in a team environment.
Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, manage risk, work safely, address issues, and solve problems effectively.
Ability to follow standard operating procedures and company policies.
Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 50 lbs., and maneuver heavier packages using equipment or assistance from another person.
Ability to stand, lift, bend, squat, kneel, reach, climb, push, and pull for 8 hours per day.
Comfort working in changing environments and temperatures, with exposure to pollen, dust, dander, and other elements.
Willingness to work one of the listed schedules: Tuesday–Saturday, 7:00 am–3:30 pm; Tuesday–Saturday, 2:00 pm–10:30 pm; Tuesday–Saturday, 10:30 pm–7:00 am; or Sunday–Thursday, 10:30 pm–7:00 am.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent.
Previous experience working with a freight forwarder.

Responsibilities

Analyze assigned orders for overages and shortages and help achieve high levels of profitable growth on shipments.
Assist with cycle and inventory counts and monitor inventory levels.
Inspect deliveries for damage, document damage, and report findings to managers.
Reconcile and confirm paperwork accuracy before releasing product.
Maintain warehouse security and report irregularities.
Maintain records and the work environment in compliance with regulatory and safety requirements.
Complete all required training on time and participate in training opportunities.
Update and verify inbound and outbound shipment information in WMS, including weights, dimensions, and pictures, according to SOP.
Receive, load, and unload cargo to and from trucks safely and efficiently; check paperwork, damages, and shipping discrepancies and report findings to management.
Organize, maintain, and administer warehouse floor space.
Prepare and palletize cargo, perform data entry, print labels, and maintain required records.
Temporarily store and repackage products according to customer and district operations directives.
Ensure proper cargo handling and operation of related equipment.
Follow dangerous goods, HAZMAT, and other applicable regulations and requirements, as well as SOPs and MEC policies.
Share ideas with leadership about training and operational developments and provide input for continuous improvement.
Assist other MEC members in supporting the company's vision and strategic goals.
Complete other responsibilities as assigned by management.