Inbound Associate 6:00am - 2:30pm

Waldom; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Health/dental/vision & 401(k)

Career growth

Collaborative culture

PTO 14 days annually

8 holidays + floating

Volunteer time off

Corporate discount

Employee assistance program

Maternity & paternity leave

Tuition assistance

Scholarship program

Job summary

Waldom is seeking an Inbound Associate to manage daily Green Stock program operations, focusing on receiving, inspecting, and recording shipments with precision. You will ensure products meet quality standards before entering inventory and maintain compliance in ERP traceability.

The role requires attention to detail, teamwork, and the ability to work under guidance with minimal supervision. Opportunities for growth and a collaborative culture are highlighted in the benefits package.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or 1–3 months warehouse experience.
• Ability to read and write in English.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Acute attention to detail.
• Ability to work efficiently with minimal supervision.
• Team-oriented and collaborative.
• Math skills: add, subtract, multiply and divide.
• Forklift certification or willingness to obtain certification.

Responsibilities

• Receive, sort and inspect products accurately and timely.
• Accurately record data on appropriate documentation.
• Put away products into locations per dimensional locating instructions.
• Load and unload freight shipments, verify quantities against the Bill of Lading (BOL) and report discrepancies.
• Receive products according to packing lists within 24-hour receipt target and check for accuracy.
• Document traceability information (date codes, country of origin, lot codes) in the ERP system.
• Provide Material Handling support to Operations via power equipment.
• Support Operations in other departments when workload dictates.

Skills

Attention to detail

English literacy

Team collaboration

Verbal & written communication

Numerical skills

Self-motivated

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift certification

Job description

Position Overview

The Inbound Associate is responsible for executing the daily operations of the Green Stock program with precision and efficiency. This critical role focuses on the accurate handling of incoming shipments, including the inspection, loading and unloading of goods, while upholding the highest standards of documentation and data integrity. In alignment with Waldom’s operational guidelines and vendor criteria, the Green Stock Associate ensures that all received products meet rigorous quality standards before being processed into inventory. This position demands attention to detail, adherence to procedural requirements, and a commitment to maintaining the integrity of our inventory management systems.

Essential Job Functions

• Receive, sort and inspect products/scrap accurately and timely.
• Accurately record data on appropriate documentation.
• Put away products into locations per dimensional locating instructions.
• Load and unload freight shipments, verifying quantities against the Bill of Lading (BOL) and reporting any discrepancies to leadership for swift resolution.
• Receive products according to packing lists provided by suppliers within the designated 24-hour receipt target, checking for accuracy and the completeness of received items.
• Ensure thorough documentation of all traceability information (e.g., date codes, country of origin, lot codes) in the ERP system to maintain compliance and facilitate effective inventory tracking.
• Provide Material Handling support to Operations via power equipment.
• Provide Operations support in other departments when workload dictates per Leadership.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent OR 1-3 months of related experience in warehouse operations.
• Ability to read and write in English.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Acute attention to detail
• Ability to work efficiently with minimal supervision
• Ability to collaborate within a team environment
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide
• Forklift certified, or willing to obtain certification

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to stand and walk up to 8 hours per day.
• Ability to bend, lift, and twist

Working Conditions

• Warehouse environment with moderate noise from power industrial trucks
• Warehouse environment with fluctuating temperatures.

Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employees may perform other related duties as required to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Here’s a Few Things We Offer You

• Competitive base salary plus performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, and 401(k).
• Opportunities for career growth in a global organization.
• A collaborative culture committed to innovation, partnership, and continuous improvement.
• Top quality medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans Waldom pays the majority of the medical plan cost
• Fourteen (14) days of paid time off (PTO) annually (accrued at 2.15 hours per week for the first four (4) years of employment)
• 8 Paid holidays plus 1 floating holiday
• 8 hours of paid volunteer time off annually
• Corporate Discount Program
• Employee Assistance Program 100% Waldom Paid!
• Generous Paid Maternity & Paternity Leaves
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Scholarship Program: for your eligible children, grandchildren & legal dependents, up to $8k a year

Affirmative Action/EEO Statement

Waldom is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all applicants and employees. The Company does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, pregnancy, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran, marital, or any other protected status. The Company also makes reasonable accommodations for disabled employees. Finally, Waldom prohibits the harassment of any individual based on their protected status. This policy applies to all areas of employment, including recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, compensation, benefits, transfer, and social and recreational programs.