Warehouse Utility-South Chicago Heights, IL

Utz Brands • South Chicago Heights, IL

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Utz Quality Foods is hiring a Warehouse Utility associate for its South Chicago Heights, Illinois Distribution Center to support sales operations. The role includes warehouse operations and inventory management, merchandising products in stores, and covering open delivery routes when needed. The position requires adaptability in a fast-paced environment and may involve operating a step van or box truck to deliver products to customers.

Requirements

• Valid driver's license and ability to safely operate a route sales delivery step van or box truck.
• Must be at least 21 years old and able to obtain a DOT Medical Card.
• Ability to multitask and adapt to changing warehouse priorities.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Basic math skills for inventory tracking and management.
• Ability to make independent decisions, particularly during promotional activity and merchandising needs.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, pull, and move light to medium-weight products and remain on one's feet for extended periods.
• High school diploma or equivalent.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with ERP systems; D365 experience is highly preferred.
• Forklift and/or pallet jack experience.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Outlook and Excel.
• Two or more years of warehouse experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily warehouse operations, including opening and closing, product rotation, organization, and cleanliness.
• Inspect, verify, and sign load tickets for Independent Operators and Distributors to ensure inventory accuracy.
• Receive, store, and organize products, maintaining their condition and accurate inventory records.
• Pick and build pallets for outbound shipments, ensuring stacks are stable and safe for transport.
• Manage daily inventory using a handheld computer and track orders, returns, and stock balances.
• Unload inbound trailers and verify the accuracy of trailer loads.
• Cover open delivery routes when needed by driving a step van or box truck to deliver products to customers.
• Merchandise products in stores by maintaining planograms, rotating stock, and removing outdated items.
• Assist with training new warehouse team members and supporting month-end inventory counts.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Employer match 401(k).
• Profit sharing plan.
• Employee stock purchase plan.
• Additional benefits, resources, and programs intended to support associates' health and well-being.

What This Job Offers

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