Warehouse Associate

Job Details Job Location: Joliet, IL 60433 Position Type: Full Time Job Category: Warehouse & Logistics Overview This position may be a dual position for both the shipping and the receiving departments. Therefore, the ability to work in a fast‑paced team environment is essential. The role is scheduled 30-40 hours/week with flexible hours that may vary daily, weekly, or seasonally. Typical hours: 9am-5:30pm Monday-Friday, 9am-3:30pm Saturdays, and occasional Sundays during peak seasons. What We Offer Worldwide Golf has over 95 stores in 25+ states and a growing e‑commerce family of brands. Opportunities for growth and skill expansion across multiple career paths. Golf‑specific training and learning opportunities, plus strong employee discount on merchandise. Medical, dental, and vision benefits with company contribution to HSA, 401(k) plan with company match, and paid vacation for full‑time employees. Family‑owned operation with a stable reputation; many employees have 10+ or 20+ years with the company. Responsibilities Include Prepares shipments for postal or commercial conveyance; selects appropriate shipping container; packs items to ensure safe delivery. Checks items to be shipped against work orders to ascertain that quantities, destination, and routing are correct. Receives and unloads incoming materials and compares information on packing slip with purchase order to verify accuracy of shipment; may process return shipments from customers. Sorts, counts, packages, labels, insures, unpacks, and/or logs inventory which is shipped or received. Inspects shipments for damages or defects; records discrepancies or damages and notifies supervisors and/or purchasing personnel. Delivers items to requisitioning departments and obtains authorized signatures for accepted items. May maintain the department database, prepare routine reports, and file shipping/receiving records. May operate dolly, pallet jack, and/or forklift in loading and unloading supplies and equipment; may operate shrink wrap machines; may operate company vehicles to deliver shipments; may assist in routine maintenance of equipment and shipping area; may lock warehouse and set alarms. Follows established departmental policies, objectives, continuous improvement objectives, and safety, environmental, and/or infection control standards. Performs miscellaneous job‑related duties as assigned. Requirements Any warehouse/shipping & receiving experience is a plus, but not required; open to entry‑level candidates with no warehouse experience. Ability to maintain quality, safety, and/or infection control standards. Ability to read and write. Record maintenance skills. Knowledge of related accreditation and certification requirements. Ability to understand and follow safety procedures. Ability to receive, track, and distribute materials, supplies, and equipment. Knowledge of light equipment operation and/or maintenance. Ability to prepare routine administrative paperwork. Ability to read, sort, check, count, and verify numbers. Ability to lift and manipulate heavy objects up to 50 lbs. Ability to perform simple arithmetic. Ability to detect problems and report information to appropriate personnel. Ability to receive, stock, and/or deliver goods. Ability to work varied hours/days as business dictates, including some weekends. Who We Are Worldwide Golf is a privately owned, multi‑brand specialty golf retailer with over 50 years of business. As one of the top golf retailers in the USA, we operate 95+ stores in 25+ states and multiple e‑commerce sites under well‑known brands, including: Roger Dunn Golf Shops, Edwin Watts Golf, The Golf Mart, Golfers' Warehouse, Van's Golf Shops, Uinta Golf, Las Vegas Golf Superstore, Golfdom, Mike's Golf Outlet, Cool Clubs, Golf & Ski Warehouse, WorldwideGolfShops.com, GlobalGolf.com, Fairwaystyles.com. CA residents: Review our California Applicant Privacy Notice HERE . #J-18808-Ljbffr