Warehouse Operations Associate I - Processor

Visual Comfort • Skokie, IL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Visual Comfort & Co. is a resource for decorative and architectural lighting, ceiling fans, system controls, and automated shading solutions. The Warehouse Operations Associate I works in the Distribution department and reports directly to the Warehouse Manager. The role collaborates with other warehouse departments as needed and handles receiving and processing incoming and outbound shipments, preparing orders, maintaining inventory accuracy, operating warehouse equipment, and performing quality assurance in the work area.

The associate supports daily warehouse activities across receiving, storage, and shipping; monitors workflow and productivity; identifies bottlenecks and process improvements; and assists supervisors with labor and equipment planning. The position also handles complex shipping and receiving tasks, including high-value or sensitive shipments, resolves issues, and collaborates with procurement, logistics, and customer service to meet deadlines. Success requires teamwork, problem-solving, adherence to company values, dependability, punctuality, and adherence to the agreed-upon schedule. The role is onsite to support collaboration and communication with coworkers and teams.

The stated schedule is Monday through Friday, 10:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m., with flexibility to work weekends, early mornings, or late evenings if needed. Compensation is listed as $21.62; the posting does not specify a pay period.

Requirements

• One to three years of previous experience in a warehousing environment.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Proficiency navigating JDE, RDS, DSI, SQL, and Microsoft Office programs.
• Exceptional organizational and time-management skills, with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks and changing priorities.
• Ability to achieve results independently and through others by fostering teamwork and cooperation.
• Exceptional communication across email, chat, phone, and other contact channels.
• Availability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends, early mornings, and late evenings if needed.
• Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.

Nice To Haves

• Associate degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Receive and process incoming and outbound shipments.
• Prepare orders.
• Maintain inventory accuracy in the assigned department.
• Operate warehouse equipment and perform quality assurance in the work area.
• Coordinate receiving, storage, and shipping activities to support efficiency.
• Monitor workflow and productivity, identify bottlenecks, and implement process improvements.
• Assist supervisors with scheduling and allocating labor and equipment resources.
• Handle complex shipping and receiving tasks, including high-value or sensitive shipments, and promptly resolve issues.
• Collaborate with procurement, logistics, customer service, and other warehouse departments to meet deadlines.
• Work effectively with others to accomplish organizational goals and identify and resolve problems.
• Adhere to Visual Comfort Company Values and demonstrate commitment, dependability, punctuality, and adherence to the agreed-upon schedule.

Benefits

• Structured training program, ongoing education, and career advancement opportunities.
• Generous vacation accrual and paid time off policies.
• Seven paid holidays per year plus two floating holidays.
• Medical coverage with the company covering the majority of employee premiums.
• Vision and dental coverage available starting the first of the month following the start date.
• Company-provided life insurance and short-term disability coverage.
• 401(k) plan with company matching up to 4%, available beginning the first of the month following the hire date.

What This Job Offers

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