Agri Warehouse & Logistics Associate

The DeLong Co., Inc.; Maple Park (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

The DeLong Co. Inc. is seeking a dependable Warehouse Laborer/Logistics Coordinator to join our agronomy team in Ottawa, Illinois.

This is primarily a warehouse role: you will load, unload, and stage product and keep the warehouse clean, orderly, and safe. With the remaining time, you'll help with logistics, such as coordinating freight, tracking inventory, and making occasional local deliveries and pick‑ups, so product ships safely, on time, and accurately.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to safely operate forklifts and other warehouse equipment.
• Demonstrated experience with inventory management systems.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Valid driver's license and proof of auto insurance; comfortable driving a pickup truck (CDL not required).
• Good communication skills and the ability to work well in a team and follow safety protocols.
• Willingness to work long hours, lift 50 lbs, climb ladders, and stand for long periods.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload ag chemical products and stage product for shipment, following SOPs.
• Keep the warehouse clean and orderly, and maintain a safe work environment in line with OSHA rules.
• Inspect incoming trucks for damage, document any issues, and notify the correct manager or vendor.
• Check warehouse equipment and report repair or maintenance needs.
• Coordinate with freight companies on LTL and TL shipments, and help with daily inventory reconciliation and monthly physical inventory.
• Make occasional local deliveries and pick‑ups in a company pickup truck (no CDL required).
• Serve farmers and others in the agriculture industry promptly and courteously, and pitch in on special projects and training sessions.

Skills

Forklift operation

Inventory management systems

Communication skills

Teamwork

Safety protocols

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

Agvance familiarity

Job description

The DeLong Co. Inc. is seeking a dependable Warehouse Laborer/Logistics Coordinator to join our agronomy team in Ottawa, Illinois.

This is primarily a warehouse role: you will load, unload, and stage product and keep the warehouse clean, orderly, and safe. With the remaining time, you'll help with logistics, such as coordinating freight, tracking inventory, and making occasional local deliveries and pick‑ups, so product ships safely, on time, and accurately.