Chicago Branch - Warehouse Associate Second Shift

Wismettac Asian Foods, Inc.; Carol Stream (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Freezer incentive: +$2/hr

Safety equipment provided

Health Insurance

Job summary

Wismettac Asian Foods, Inc. is hiring a Warehouse Associate for freezer and dry storage operations in Carol Stream, IL. The role supports daily distribution by picking, packing, receiving, stocking, and organizing inventory in a controlled freezer environment.

New hires start on 6:00 AM with training, then transition to the PM shift at 1:00 PM. Candidates should have reliable attendance, the ability to lift up to 50 lbs, and experience with pallet jacks preferred.

Qualifications

• Ability to work in a freezer environment with sub-zero temperatures.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Reliable attendance and strong work ethic.
• Ability to follow safety procedures and instructions.
• Attention to detail and ability to work as part of a team.
• Previous warehouse, distribution, or food handling experience preferred.
• Experience with Electric Pallet Jack preferred.

Responsibilities

• Picking, packing, and preparing customer orders
• Receiving, stocking, staging, and organizing inventory
• Operating pallet jacks and warehouse equipment safely
• Loading and unloading products
• Following FIFO inventory practices and food safety standards
• Maintaining a clean, organized, and safe work environment
• Working efficiently in a temperature-controlled freezer environment

Skills

Freezer environment

Lift 50 lbs

Reliability

Safety procedures

Attention to detail

Team player

Electric pallet jack

Tools

Electric pallet jack

Job description

Warehouse Associate (Cold Storage and Dry)

Shift: 1st Shift (6:00 AM Start) / transitioning to 2nd shift before end of the year

Pay: Starting at $18.50-$19.50/hr + $2/hr Freezer Differentia l for Cold Storage

Why Join Us?

Wismettac Asian Foods is looking for a dependable, safety-minded Warehouse Associate to join our team. This role supports our fast-paced food distribution operations and plays an important part in ensuring customers receive quality products accurately and on time.

The Role

As a Warehouse Associate working in a freezer environment, you will help support daily warehouse operations including:

• Picking, packing, and preparing customer orders
• Receiving, stocking, staging, and organizing inventory
• Operating pallet jacks and warehouse equipment safely
• Loading and unloading products
• Following FIFO inventory practices and food safety standards
• Maintaining a clean, organized, and safe work environment
• Working efficiently in a temperature-controlled freezer environment

Training Schedule

New hires will begin on the first shift (6:00 AM start) to complete training and learn warehouse processes, safety procedures, and job expectations. After successful completion of training, the position will transition to the PM shift with a 1:00 PM start time.

What You Need

• Ability to work in a freezer environment with sub-zero temperatures
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Reliable attendance and strong work ethic
• Ability to follow safety procedures and instructions
• Attention to detail and ability to work as part of a team
• Previous warehouse, distribution, or food handling experience preferred
• Expereince with Electric Pallet Jack preferred

Additional Benefits

• Freezer incentive: +$2/hr
• Safety equipment and required gear provided

Benefits*: Wismettac offers competitive benefits, which include:

• Health Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Life & accident insurance
• Pet Insurance
• 401(k) with company matching
• 19 days of paid time off
• Wellness program and EAP assistance
• and much more!
• Most benefits require employee contribution

Pre‑employment Drug testing is required.

Must be authorized to work in the United States on a full‑time basis for any employer.