Warehouse Associate

Avantor • Barrington, IL

10d • Onsite

About The Position

This is an entry-level position where you will handle products throughout the entire warehouse process, from inbound to outbound. This includes shipping, receiving, picking, packing, and cycle counting. You will use computer equipment or RDTs with a handheld scanner to manage transactions. A powered industrial truck may be used for processing transactions. Attention to detail is crucial for accurate transactions, and you must maintain specific production standards.

Requirements

• High School education or GED required.
• Entry-level 1-2 years’ experience - Open to those who are eager to start their career in the warehouse industry.
• Must be able to use proper techniques to lift 50 pounds.
• The ability to follow directions, with an emphasis on safety, is extremely important.
• Must be able to use hands and feet simultaneously and for repetitive movements.
• Must be able to work well independently and as part of a team.

Nice To Haves

• OSHA Forklift and HAZMAT certification is a plus.
• Warehouse/distribution experience a plus.
• Experience with the Microsoft Office suite.
• Equipment with MHE, such as reach truck operators and order pickers, is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Obtains and reads packing lists, pick tickets, or other paperwork to determine the function that needs to be performed.
• Maneuvered powered industrial trucks to various locations throughout the shipping/receiving and manufacturing plant based on the function being done as required.
• Takes and places products into the proper location based on the transaction being performed.
• Ensure that the product matches the SKU and Units of Measure.
• Verifies that quantities are correct on all transactions.
• Visually checks products to ensure they are in saleable condition and free of damage.
• Remove problem items when appropriate.
• Completes paper documentation requirements for job function.
• Notifies the supervisor of any inventory issues that may arise.
• Practices good housekeeping and keeps inventory neat, clean, and orderly.
• Performs daily pre-trip safety inspections on powered industrial trucks prior to use, as required.
• Demonstrates dependability, safety consciousness, and quality at or above standards, willingness to maintain flexibility and perform multiple warehouse functions as needed with a sense of urgency, and consistently performs as expected.
• Assist other team members as needed to ensure customer satisfaction, including maintaining strong employee relations and teamwork.
• Performs all other duties as assigned or required.

Benefits

• The work we do changes people's lives for the better.
• It brings new patient treatments and therapies to market, giving a cancer survivor the chance to walk his daughter down the aisle.
• It enables medical devices that help a little boy hear his mom's voice for the first time.
• Outcomes such as these create unlimited opportunities for you to contribute your talents, learn new skills and grow your career at Avantor.
• We are committed to helping you on this journey through our diverse, equitable and inclusive culture which includes learning experiences to support your career growth and success.

What This Job Offers

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