Warehouse Associate

Saddle Creek Logistics Services • Joliet, IL

12d • Onsite

About The Position

Warehouse Associates handle loose freight and may load, unload, sort, stage, and transport products into and out of a distribution center or warehouse. They work cooperatively with other associates and productively with little supervision, while following company safety policies and procedures. The position includes warehouse functions such as order picking, loading trucks, using handheld scanners and warehouse management system equipment, maintaining an orderly facility, and providing timely, detail-oriented customer service. Additional duties may be assigned by a supervisor.

The work takes place in a warehouse environment that may not be air-conditioned or heated, so indoor temperatures can fluctuate with the seasons. The posting lists starting pay in Joliet at $18.00, with a $1.50 starting differential for second shift.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must pass a pre-employment drug screening and background check.
• Must be able to perform physically exerting duties in a warehouse environment, which may be non-air-conditioned or heated.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous experience working in a warehouse environment.
• Computer experience, such as using order management systems including WMS.

Responsibilities

• Perform warehouse functions such as order picking.
• Load trucks, considering the weight, size, and characteristics of the products.
• Use handheld scanners and equipment to comply with the warehouse management system.
• Work cooperatively with other warehouse associates.
• Help keep the facility clean, neat, and orderly.
• Provide outstanding customer service by attending to detail and completing assigned work in a timely manner.
• Follow company or site-specific safety policies and guidelines to maintain safe working conditions for self and others.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by a supervisor.

Benefits

• Weekly pay with skill pay and shift differentials.
• Benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and medical reimbursement.
• Medical employee-only premium under $10 per week with wellness discounts.
• HSA with annual employer contribution.
• Weekly 401(k) match.
• Vacation immediately upon hire.
• Eight holidays per calendar year.
• Personal time after 90 days.
• Employee assistance program (EAP) and identity theft protection.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Company-paid life insurance and short-term disability.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed