2nd Shift Warehouse Associate

CORT USA; Carol Stream (IL); On-site; USD 23,419 - 26,174; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid vacation and sick days

Job summary

CORT USA in Carol Stream, Illinois is hiring full-time Warehouse Associates for immediate start. Responsibilities include loading and unloading trucks, maintaining the warehouse, and ensuring furniture is rental-ready. Pay ranges from $17 to $19 per hour depending on experience, with opportunities for overtime. Benefits include comprehensive health insurance and a 401(k) plan. Applicants must be 18+, have reliable transportation, and may need forklift certification. Work schedule is Monday to Friday from 3 PM to 11:30 PM.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older.
• Physically able and willing to move furniture.
• Previous warehousing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload trucks for daily routes accurately.
• Pull and stage furniture for deliveries.
• Clean and repair furniture to ensure rental readiness.
• Maintain warehouse cleanliness and inventory accuracy.
• Assist drivers on deliveries when needed.

Skills

Reliable transportation

Forklift Operator certification

Ability to lift 50+ pounds

Operating RF scanners and pallet jacks

Education

High school diploma or GED equivalent

Tools

Forklifts

Pallet jacks

Job description

Overview

CORT Furniture Rental is hiring immediately for full-time Warehouse Associates Carol Stream, Illinois!

The Warehouse Associate is responsible for assisting with various warehouse operations, including loading and unloading trucks, processing furniture, and maintaining the warehouse. This role ensures that furniture is rental-ready for delivery teams, contributing to an optimal customer experience. The Warehouse Associate will be cross‑trained in all aspects of warehousing and may fill different roles based on daily business needs.

Pay: $17‑$19 / hour depending on experience + $1.50 / hour shift differential.

Schedule: Monday‑Friday, 3 PM - 11:30 PM.

What We Offer

• Hourly pay rate; weekly pay; paid training; 40‑hours/week with occasional overtime opportunities
• Promote from within culture
• Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision) available on the first of the month after your hire date
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Paid vacation, sick days, and holidays
• Company‑paid disability and life insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee discounts and perks

Responsibilities

• Load and unload trucks for daily routes, ensuring no scratches or damage and correct item placement.
• Pull and stage furniture for the next day's deliveries, ensuring accuracy and efficiency.
• Clean, touch up, and repair furniture to ensure it is rental‑ready.
• Maintain and clean the warehouse, including breaking down cardboard and dumping trash.
• Perform cycle counts and maintain inventory accuracy, relocating products as needed.
• Participate in safety meetings, perform daily warm‑ups, and ensure compliance with safety regulations.
• Assist drivers on deliveries when needed.
• Participate in special projects and other tasks as assigned.

Qualifications

• 18 years of age or older
• Reliable transportation
• High school diploma or GED equivalent preferred
• Previous warehousing experience preferred; priority consideration will be given to candidates with more and relevant experience
• Forklift Operator certification preferred; on‑the‑job certification provided
• Physically able and willing to move furniture; ability to lift 50+ pounds on a regular basis or 100 pounds with a partner
• Able to operate equipment such as RF scanners, pallet jacks, forklifts, and stand‑up reach trucks
• Must pass drug screening (does not include THC) as a condition of employment.

This position is subject to a background check for any convictions directly related to its duties and responsibilities. Only job‑related convictions will be considered and will not automatically disqualify the candidate. Pursuant to the Fair Chance Hiring Ordinance for participating locations, CORT will consider all qualified applicants to include those who may have criminal history records. Check your city government website for specific fair chance hiring information.

CORT participates in the E‑Verify program.

Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the US. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment Visa at this time.

EEO/AA Employer/Vets/Disability

Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis; there is no set deadline to apply to this position. When it is determined that new applications will no longer be accepted, due to the positions being filled or a high volume of applicants has been received, this job advertisement will be removed.