Warehouse Associate

Warehouse AssociateBolingbrook, IL (60440) 1st Shift: Monday-Friday, 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM Pay: $21.00/hour Contract-to-Hire OpportunityPosition OverviewWe are seeking a dependable and motivated Warehouse Associate to join a growing distribution team in Bolingbrook, IL. In this role, you will be responsible for receiving, storing, picking, packing, and shipping products while ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and safety throughout the warehouse operation.This is an excellent opportunity for individuals with warehouse, distribution, shipping/receiving, or forklift experience who are looking to grow their career with a stable organization.Key ResponsibilitiesReceive incoming shipments and verify product quantities and conditionAccurately pick and pack customer orders using RF scanners and warehouse systemsPrepare, label, stage, and ship outbound orders according to customer and carrier requirementsLoad and unload trailers using pallet jacks, forklifts, and other material-handling equipmentSupport order fulfillment through zone picking, cross-docking, and order consolidation activitiesMaintain inventory accuracy through cycle counting and location auditsMeet productivity, quality, and accuracy goals in a fast-paced warehouse environmentFollow all company safety policies and warehouse proceduresKeep work areas clean, organized, and compliant with operational standardsReport inventory discrepancies, damaged products, and process concerns to leadershipAssist during peak production periods and work overtime as neededRequired QualificationsHigh School Diploma or GEDPrevious warehouse, distribution center, fulfillment center, logistics, or shipping/receiving experienceAbility to follow verbal and written instructions accuratelyBasic math, reading, and computer/data entry skillsStrong attention to detail and commitment to qualityReliable attendance and strong work ethicAbility to work effectively in a team environmentPreferred QualificationsForklift experience and/or certificationExperience using RF scannersFamiliarity with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS)Experience with inventory control and cycle countingKnowledge of shipping carriers such as UPS, FedEx, and LTL freight providersPhysical RequirementsAbility to lift, push, pull, and carry up to 50 pounds with or without accommodationAbility to stand, walk, bend, reach, squat, and perform repetitive motions throughout the shiftComfortable working in a warehouse environment that may not be climate-controlledAbility to work overtime when business demands requireWhat We're Looking ForSuccessful candidates will demonstrate:Strong attention to detailProductivity and time-management skillsExcellent teamwork and communicationCommitment to workplace safetyFlexibility and adaptability in a fast-paced environmentCustomer-focused mindsetBenefits AvailableMedical, Dental, and Vision Insurance401(k) Retirement PlanLife InsuranceShort-Term and Long-Term Disability CoverageHealth Savings Account (HSA)Transportation BenefitsEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Paid Time Off, Sick Leave, and Vacation Benefits (where applicable)If you're an experienced warehouse professional looking for a long-term opportunity with room for growth, we encourage you to apply today.