Warehouse Associate

Warehouse AssociateJoin a clean, modern, and team-oriented warehouse environment. Looking for a stable opportunity with a company that values safety, teamwork, and employee success? We're seeking a Warehouse Associate to play a key role in our shipping and distribution operations. In this position, you'll work in a clean, temperature-controlled facility using modern equipment and technology to ensure products are accurately stored, picked, packaged, and shipped to customers on time.If you enjoy staying active, operating warehouse equipment, and being part of a collaborative team, this is a great opportunity to grow your skills and build a long-term career.What You'll DoReceive finished products from production and safely store them in designated warehouse locations.Accurately pick customer orders using RF scanners and electronic pick lists.Operate stand-up forklifts and cherry pickers to move, organize, and retrieve materials.Build and secure pallets for shipment while ensuring product quality.Pack, wrap, and label products according to shipping requirements.Process outbound shipments using shipping software, including UPS WorldShip.Maintain organized storage, staging, and shipping areas.Follow established safety procedures and warehouse best practices.Collaborate with team members and supervisors to resolve inventory, shipping, or order-related issues.Help maintain a clean, efficient, and safe work environment.What We're Looking ForRequired QualificationsHigh School Diploma or GED.At least 1 year of experience operating a stand-up forklift or similar powered industrial vehicle.Experience with stand-up forklifts and/or cherry pickers in a warehouse setting.Shipping and receiving experience, including order picking and pallet preparation.Experience using RF scanners for inventory tracking and order fulfillment.Forklift certification.Basic computer skills and comfort working with shipping software.Strong commitment to workplace safety and attention to detail.Preferred QualificationsExperience working with inks, paints, chemicals, or similar products.Previous experience in a clean, temperature-controlled warehouse environment.Familiarity with shipping, packing, labeling, and sorting processes.Ability to work independently while also contributing to a team-oriented culture.Strong organizational skills and a focus on accuracy.Why You'll Love Working HereClean, temperature-controlled facility designed for employee comfort.Stable, established company with a strong reputation and long-term opportunities.Day shift schedule that supports work-life balance.Modern equipment and technology to help you work safely and efficiently.Team-focused culture where employees support one another and share success.Opportunity to expand your warehouse, shipping, and forklift operating skills.Safety-first environment that values employee well-being.Work EnvironmentYou'll work in a well-lit, organized, and temperature-controlled warehouse that prioritizes safety and efficiency. The facility utilizes stand-up forklifts, cherry pickers, RF scanners, and computerized shipping systems to support daily operations. Most work is performed in a clean warehouse setting, with only a mild ink-related odor present in limited areas near the ink lab. Typical hours are 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM, offering a consistent daytime schedule.If you're looking for a hands-on role with a dependable company, a clean work environment, and opportunities to grow your skills, we'd love to hear from you.Job Type & Location: This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Elk Grove Village, IL.Pay and Benefits: The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $20.00/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 Elk Grove Village, IL.Application Deadline: This position is anticipated to close on Sep 10, 2026.