Distribution Lead

Southwire Company; Carol Stream (IL); On-site; USD 35,817 - 41,328; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with Matching & Pension Plan

Health, Life, Dental & Vision

Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays

Disability benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Advancement opportunities

Employee Referral Program

Job summary

Southwire Company in Carol Stream, IL is hiring a Warehouse Associate to support daily operations on the warehouse floor. You will assist supervision, handle routine tasks, and help ensure safety, efficiency, and timely fulfillment of orders in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities include operating machinery as needed, attending to shift duties, and collaborating with team members to maintain quality and productivity while adhering to safety policies and procedures.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid forklift truck operator’s license required.
• Able to read, count, do basic math, and write legibly.
• Able to follow written and verbal instructions exactly.
• Familiar with warehouse operating systems.
• Must be able to stand/walk for extended periods and lift 50–75 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Assist supervisor in keeping department operating efficiently.
• Perform supervisory duties as needed.
• Accommodate the needs of operators as needed.
• Operate machinery or perform jobs in other departments as needed.
• Assist supervision in regard to safety, housekeeping and employee performance.

Skills

Reading & basic math

Teamwork

Ability to follow instructions

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Forklift license

Tools

Warehouse systems

Job description

Location: Carol Stream, IL

Shift: M-F 9a-5p

Pay Rate: $25.98– $29.53

Job Description

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• Responsible for assisting supervisor in keeping department operating efficiently.
• Responsible for performing supervisory duties as needed.
• Responsible for accommodating the needs of operators as needed.
• Responsible for operating machinery or performing jobs in other departments as needed.
• Responsible for assisting supervision in regard to safety, housekeeping and employee job performance.

Environmental/Safety

• Follow all company environmental rules/procedures and handle all materials in a manner designed to
• Follow prescribed safety rules/procedures in an effort to prevent injury to self and others.
• Seek the assistance and advice of safety representatives on matters concerning safe practices, policies
• and/or procedures and provide support for all safety committee activity.
• Maintain a clean, neat and orderly work area.
• Report environmental and safety policy violations to supervision/management.

Working Conditions/Physical Requirements

• Normal warehouse working conditions, shift schedule may vary.
• Must be capable of standing and walking for extended periods.
• Must be able to twist, stoop, squat, reach above shoulder level and crouch on a frequent basis.
• Must be able to use proper techniques to lift 50-75 pounds.
• Must be able to use hands and feet simultaneously and for repetitive movements.

Personal Qualifications

• High school diploma, or equivalent, is required.
• Must obtain a valid forklift truck operator’s license.
• Must be able to read, count accurately, do simple math (add, subtract, multiply, divide) and write legibly.
• Able to use word processing tools and computer-based systems.
• Must be able to follow written and verbal instructions explicitly.
• Judgments concerning operation of department are encountered.
• Must have outstanding work habits.
• Must be familiar with warehouse operating systems.
• Must be able to handle stress caused in meeting deadlines with tight scheduling requirements.
• Must be able to shift priorities easily.
• Must be able to work well with others.
• Must have good attendance record, and cannot have an active final written warning disciplinary status.

Benefits We Offer

• 401k with Matching & Pension Plan (Eligible for Pension after 1,000 Hours Worked)
• Family and Individual Insurance Packages (Health, Life, Dental, and Vision)
• Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
• Long & Short-Term Disability
• Supplemental Insurance Plans
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Referral Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Programs
• Advancement & Professional Growth opportunities
• & More

Southwire is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.