Cold-Storage Warehouse Associate – 2nd Shift

D'Artagnan, LLC.; Bensenville (IL); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Fortune Fish & Gourmet is seeking a Warehouse Associate for the Gourmet 2nd Shift in Bensenville, IL. The role involves loading/unloading delivery vehicles, stocking inventory, and ensuring safety and organization in a refrigerated warehouse.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma, forklift experience, and are willing to work 40 hours per week, including weekends. Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus, and adaptation to a 35º cold environment is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Work experience as a general laborer, preferably in a refrigerated warehouse.
• Ability to operate forklift, reach truck, and electric pallet jack.

Responsibilities

• Ensure cleanliness, tidiness, and safety of the work environment.
• Load and unload delivery vehicles.
• Accept and count inventory on receipt.
• Inspect inventory for damage and faults.
• Label and store stock in accessible locations.
• Build loads on pallets and wrap securely for shipment.
• Operate forklift and pallet jack as required.
• Maintain attendance and return to work as scheduled.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Strong work ethic

Attention to safety

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift operation

Reach truck

Electric pallet jack

Job description

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Warehouse Associate (Gourmet 2nd Shift)

Full Time Manual Labor Bensenville, IL, US

30+ days ago Requisition ID: 2355

Summary of Position:

The role of the warehouse associate (Gourmet) encompasses the loading and unloading of delivery vehicles, both outgoing and incoming. Responsibilities include selecting products from the warehouse, loading and securing goods onto pallets, transporting inventory to the delivery area, and loading merchandise for shipment. Additionally, the associate will unload stock from delivery vehicles, transfer it to designated positions within the warehouse, and ensure proper storage. A commitment to maintaining a clean and organized work environment while adhering to all relevant safety regulations, policies, and procedures is essential. The position entails various general warehouse duties with a primary focus on receiving. To achieve success in this role, the ability to follow instructions diligently and operate in an orderly manner is necessary. Ideal candidates will possess a strong work ethic, a focused demeanor, and exceptional problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Ensuring cleanliness, tidiness, and safety of the work environment.
• Loading and unloading delivery vehicles.
• Accepting delivery of inventory.
• Counting and confirming inventory.
• Inspecting inventory for damage and faults.
• Communicating errors with relevant parties.
• Marking and labeling stock.
• Storing inventory in an accessible manner.
• Loading and wrapping stock on pallets.
• Building loads with forklift and electronic pallet jack.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Work experience as a general laborer, preferably in a refrigerated warehouse.
• Ability to operate a forklift proficiently.
• Good moral character.
• Environmental - Willingness to work in a cold climate of 35º.
• Physical requirements – Must be able to lift 49 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation and stand/walk for up to 8 hours per shift. Able to frequently push, pull, bend, squat, and reach.
• Physically strong, agile, and dexterous, and undeterred by heights and adverse climatic conditions.
• Positive work history and ability to maintain solid attendance.
• Available to work extended hours as needed.
• Proficiency in both English and Spanish is a plus.
• Ability to operate a forklift, reach truck, and electric pallet jack safely as required.
• Available to work a minimum of 40 hours per week and open to working weekends.

Fortune Fish & Gourmet is an equal opportunity employer.

Our Mission is to elevate meals and lives by uniting unmatched product quality and selection with responsible sourcing, faithful stewardship, and unparalleled commitment to our customers’ and team members’ success.

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