Warehouse Clerk, 1st Shift M-F

Warehouse Clerk

This role supports warehouse operations by safely receiving, staging, storing, and shipping customer products while maintaining accurate documentation and inventory records. You will handle a variety of material handling tasks, operate warehouse equipment, and ensure products move through the facility in a timely and damage-free manner.

Responsibilities

• Perform all receiving and shipping functions in accordance with established procedures and quality standards.
• Receive customer products by accepting or unloading shipping containers, including breaking down pallets and identifying box weights.
• Process all required receiving and shipping documentation accurately and in a timely manner.
• Stage incoming customer products by transferring or overseeing the transfer of materials to non-process storage locations in a safe and damage-free manner.
• Inspect incoming and outgoing products for damage and count discrepancies, and report any issues as outlined in established procedures.
• Maintain and submit warehouse reports that clearly show where products are staged within the facility.
• Verify that all reported damages and count discrepancies are properly documented and resolved.
• Ensure products ship within required deadlines by maintaining communication with customer transportation personnel, vendors, and internal facility staff.
• Prepare products for shipment by retrieving items from processed areas, staging them in the shipping area, and creating accurate shipping documentation.
• Load products into shipping trailers or containers and transfer small packages to designated delivery services.
• Assist with general material handling activities to support timely receipt and shipment of products.
• Use equipment such as forklifts, pallet jacks, and other material handling tools to move, load, and unload products safely.
• Support inventory activities including picking, packing, order picking, shrink wrapping, and general warehouse labor.
• Operate RF scanners and other warehouse technology to track and manage inventory and orders.
• Actively participate in and support Lean initiatives to improve efficiency and reduce waste in warehouse operations.
• Actively participate in and support Safety initiatives, following all safety procedures and contributing to a safe work environment.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area, including adherence to designated walkways and safety guidelines.

Essential Skills

• Ability to read, write, and communicate clearly in a warehouse environment.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds on a regular basis.
• Strong desire to learn new skills and advance within the organization.
• Basic computer skills, especially for those interested in progressing into an operator role.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Comfort working in a warehouse or material handling setting with tasks such as loading, unloading, picking, packing, and general labor.
• Ability to operate or learn to operate material handling equipment such as forklifts, pallet jacks, and related tools.
• Attention to detail for accurate documentation, inventory tracking, and verification of product counts.
• Willingness to support and follow Lean and Safety initiatives.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Previous warehouse or material handler experience.
• Experience operating forklifts, including sit-down and stand-up forklifts.
• Experience with reach trucks and pallet jacks.
• Experience with RF scanners for inventory and order management.
• Background in shipping and receiving operations.
• Experience with order picking, shrink wrapping, and packaging.
• Comfort working with sterilized products and following detailed customer specifications.

Why Work Here?

Employees benefit from a structured development path that includes a paid, on-site class every six months to advance from Material Handler I to II, accompanied by a pay increase upon successful completion. The organization offers pay advances and shift differentials, including enhanced differentials for night shift operators, creating clear financial and career growth opportunities. The rotating schedule provides extended blocks of time off, allowing for strong work-life balance while maintaining full-time earnings. The facility emphasizes safety and cleanliness, with top safety ratings and supportive amenities such as free Gatorade and ice cream during warmer months. Team members work in small, collaborative groups and are encouraged to learn, grow, and move into higher-responsibility roles over time.

Work Environment

The facility has earned the highest possible safety grade from OSHA and features highlighted walkways, safety grating, and clearly defined work areas. You will typically work closely with one to three coworkers on a line, fostering a collaborative, team-based environment. The warehouse is extremely clean but not temperature controlled; large fans help with airflow, and free Gatorade and ice cream are provided in the summer to support comfort and hydration. You will regularly use equipment such as forklifts (sit-down and stand-up), reach trucks, pallet jacks, shrink wrap machines, and RF scanners while performing loading, unloading, picking, packing, and general material handling tasks.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Libertyville, IL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $21.75 - $21.75/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Libertyville, IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 12, 2026.