Warehouse Associate
Al - Furqaan Foundation•Romeoville, IL
•$16 - $17
About The Position
Al-Furqaan Foundation is a nonprofit, tax-exempt international dawah organization based in Bolingbrook, Illinois. The Warehouse Associate supports customer service and sales, bookstore operations, inventory management, warehouse work, and shipping. The role includes assisting customers, processing transactions, maintaining store displays, receiving and storing shipments, preparing orders, coordinating shipments, and keeping bookstore and warehouse areas clean and safe. Training is provided for operating warehouse equipment and driving trucks.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to multitask.
- Basic computer and data entry skills.
- Physical ability to lift and move inventory and work in varying environmental conditions.
- Willingness to work evenings, weekends, and holidays occasionally.
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
- Clean driving record.
Nice To Haves
- Retail, customer service, or warehouse experience.
- POS experience.
- Experience operating warehouse equipment such as forklifts and pallet jacks.
- Arabic or Urdu language skills.
Responsibilities
- Greet and assist customers in person, by phone, email, and through online inquiries.
- Recommend books and products based on customer needs.
- Process sales using the POS system and handle cash and card transactions accurately.
- Promote specials, discounts, and ongoing promotions.
- Assist with bookstore opening and closing procedures.
- Maintain clean, organized, and visually appealing displays.
- Monitor and replenish store supplies.
- Support management in meeting sales and operational goals.
- Receive, inspect, label, and store incoming shipments.
- Conduct inventory checks and cycle counts, and report discrepancies.
- Pick, pack, and prepare customer orders for shipment.
- Generate shipping documents and coordinate with carriers.
- Load and unload shipments and operate warehouse equipment.
- Maintain organized warehouse storage and follow best packaging practices.
- Follow workplace safety procedures and use required PPE.
- Maintain cleanliness of bookstore and warehouse areas.
- Promptly report maintenance, safety, or equipment issues.
Benefits
- 401(k)
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
