Warehouse Associate

POOLCORP • Niles, IL

27d • $20 - $22 • Onsite

About The Position

The Warehouse Associate supports the team and customers by accurately and safely receiving and pulling orders in a fast-paced environment. The role handles order fulfillment, shipment receiving, inventory maintenance, delivery coordination, and facility upkeep. It also involves operating a forklift safely, maintaining the required certification, performing vehicle safety checks, and reporting discrepancies to a supervisor. The position is based at the Chicago North location in Niles, Illinois, and is scheduled Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Ability to maneuver heavy objects, some weighing up to 100 pounds.
• Prior forklift experience.
• Ability to follow and carry out instructions with minimal supervision.
• Must be at least 18 years of age to apply.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience in distribution, general labor, or warehousing is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Accurately pull, fill, pack, and prepare orders for delivery or pickup.
• Assist with loading the delivery truck.
• Receive shipments and record them in inventory; maintain inventory through audits.
• Communicate positively with supervisors, sales staff, coworkers, and customers to coordinate deliveries and pickups.
• Operate a forklift safely and efficiently, maintain required certification, perform vehicle safety checks, and report discrepancies to a supervisor.
• Help keep the facility clean, neat, safe, and operating efficiently.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.
• Flexible spending accounts and wellness programs.
• 401(k) with company match.
• 13 days of paid time off, increasing with tenure, and 8 paid holidays.
• Employer-paid life insurance and long-term disability insurance.
• Paid parental leave.
• Fully funded tuition education programs.
• Bonus programs, including employee recognition and referrals, Summer Madness, and annual performance bonuses.
• Employee stock purchase plan.
• Employee discounts.
• Employee assistance and education reimbursement programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED