Warehouse Associate - Joliet, IL

Warehouse Associate - Joliet, ILJoliet Warehouse - Joliet, IL 60431OverviewSalary Range $19.00 - $21.00 Hourly Position Type Full Time Job Shift 1st Shift Category WarehouseDescriptionPOSITION SUMMARYThis position is responsible for verifying that correct orders are loaded and unloaded in our refrigerated warehouse. Candidates must be able to bend, pick up, lift, carry, and transfer 50 lbs. of boxed product safely.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSComplete customer orders & prepare for trailers, ensuring accuracy each time.Load & unload trailers in a timely manner in accordance with the Labor Management System.Verify all in & outbound loads are the correct size/quantity/product.Follow structured shipping & receiving process.Load LTL orders according with delivery.Receive & put away products in an accurate & efficient manner while staying within compliance of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).Dispose of waste materials and by-products.Communicate potential problems or issues with leads and/or supervisors.Follow all safety policies & procedures.Consistently at work and on time.Maintains clean, organized warehouse & work environment.Manual case picking, labeling, and cleaning as needs determine.Other duties as assigned by supervisor or coordinator.Reasonable Accommodations StatementTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.QualificationsSKILLS & ABILITIESEducation:High School Diploma or equivalent; requiredExperience:1 year forklift experience.Warehouse Management System experience; a plusBenefits for Full-Time Employees:Health Insurance, Dental Insurance & Vision Insurance after 60 daysShort Term & Long-Term DisabilityVoluntary Life Insurance, Accident & Critical Illness options401(k) & Roth IRAImmediate Accrued Paid Time OffEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Holiday PaySick PayOnsite WELcare ClinicOnsite Chiropractic ClinicOnsite Fitness Center and WELness CoachThe family feel is real!We've built an entire trucking family based on our core values – put people first, explore possibilities, lead the way, and in it together. It's a culture that starts with family ownership and reaches across WEL Companies, from new truck drivers to warehouse workers to shop tractor and trailer technicians to office staff. We then elevate that positive base that enhance lifestyles and drive loyalty from top to bottom.Culture – YOU belong hereCommunication. Relationships. Accessibility. When your part of the WEL Companies team, you're treated like family. Many trucking companies do a decent job with logistics, technology, and compensation. We can do all that, and more … because the value of a positive, supportive open-door culture is priceless.About WEL Companies, Inc.In 1975 Wally Tielens and his son, Bruce had a simple vision for a family business that quickly grew into an industry leading refrigerated trucking business. What began as a two-truck business soon blossomed into more than 400 trucks and 700 trailers that provide award winning nationwide service to some of the largest companies in the food, beverage, and dairy industries.Certified for ELDT training with the FMCSA in Wisconsin and FloridaSmartWay Transport Partner & Recognized by The U.S. Environmental Protection AgencyRanked in the top 15 of Fueloyal.com Top 25 Refrigerated CompaniesHome to 62 members of the Wisconsin Motor Carriers Presidents Safe Drivers ClubTop 250 Fleets in America – Commercial Carrier Journal2022 Premier Carrier – FourKitesTyson Foods 2022 Premier Carrier of the YearWe are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.