Inventory Putaway Associate

MANITOU Group; Belvidere (IL); On-site; USD 37,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

401k match

Tuition reimbursement

Volunteer program

Wellness activities

Employee and family activities

Job summary

MANITOU Group in Belvidere, Illinois hires Inventory Putaway Associates I-III to manage bin locations, scan items, and move stock using cherry pickers and forklifts. The role requires lifting up to 50 lbs and following safety procedures.

The base pay starts at $18.00/hour with potential quarterly bonus, onsite work, and a comprehensive benefits program including Medical/Dental/Vision and a 401k match. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States.

Qualifications

• 0–1 year of experience in warehouse operations, stocking, or inventory control.
• Training provided; no leadership experience required.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

• Items are packed accordingly by Receiving Associates.
• Items are scanned and placed in correct bins.
• Transport items to designated locations using the correct handling equipment.
• Meet daily productivity and accuracy goals for putaway tasks.
• Be able to lift up to 50 lbs as part of the job function.

Skills

Scanning devices

WMS

Bin locations

Safety protocols

Lifting up to 50 lbs

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Cherry picker

Forklifts

Scan guns

Warehouse management systems (WMS)

Job description

Why work for Manitou Group? Manitou is purposefully committed to you, its people. Based on a “One United Team” focus, we internationally cultivate our purpose-driven and agile work environment. As an equal opportunity employer, we cultivate, build and elevate our more than 6000 employees and their diversity across more than 30 countries we operate in. There are 6 main plants with locations in France, the USA, India, Italy and more than 30 subsidiaries all around the world.

Job ID: 46081

Date: 7 July 2026

Job Family: Production

Type of contract: Permanent

General Accountability

The Inventory Putaway Associate is responsible for putting away parts with the cherry-picker and stand-up forklifts. The scanning of HD labels to the location of the item needing to be binned. Ensure items are placed in the correct bins for efficient retrieval.

Available Shift

Monday-Friday 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Duties & Responsibilities

Inventory Putaway Associate I

• Items are packed accordingly by Receiving Associates
• Items are scanned
• System finds the location of the item needing to be binned
• Item is then taken to the location specified
• Scan items upon receiving and allow the system to assign a storage location.
• Transport items to designated locations using the correct handling equipment.
• Ensure items are placed in the correct bins for efficient retrieval.
• Follow safety protocols for handling and moving items.
• Work under supervision and seek guidance when necessary.
• Maintain organization and cleanliness in the storage area.
• Meet daily productivity and accuracy goals for putaway tasks.
• Be able to lift up to 50 lbs as part of the job function while using safe lifting requirements

Inventory Putaway Associate II

• Independently scan, sort, and transport items to correct storage locations.
• Assist in optimizing bin locations for better warehouse efficiency.
• Troubleshoot minor inventory discrepancies and report issues.
• Communicate effectively with other warehouse teams to ensure smooth operations.
• Help train and mentor Level I employees in proper putaway procedures.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and operational protocols.
• Maintain high accuracy in putaway tasks to prevent misplacements.
• Be able to lift up to 50 lbs as part of the job function while using safe lifting requirements

Inventory Putaway Associate III

• Oversee daily putaway operations and ensure smooth workflow.
• Monitor and analyze putaway efficiency, making recommendations for improvements.
• Train, mentor, and oversee Level I and Level II associates.
• Resolve discrepancies related to bin locations and storage errors.
• Coordinate with inventory control teams to improve warehouse organization.
• Enforce safety protocols and ensure all team members follow proper procedures.
• Assist in warehouse optimization projects to enhance productivity
• Be able to lift up to 50 lbs as part of the job function while using safe lifting requirements

Experience

Inventory Putaway Associate I

• 0-1 year of experience in warehouse operations, stocking, or inventory control.
• Limited or no prior experience with scanning systems; training provided.
• No leadership experience required.

Inventory Putaway Associate II

• 2-4 years of experience in inventory control, warehouse operations, or putaway processes.
• Prior experience using scan guns and warehouse management systems (WMS).
• Familiarity with operating different types of warehouse equipment (e.g., cherry pickers, forklifts).

Inventory Putaway Associate III

• 5+ years of experience in warehouse logistics, inventory control, or putaway management.
• Prior leadership or supervisory experience in a warehouse setting.
• Extensive experience with warehouse management systems (WMS) and scanning technology.
• Strong problem-solving skills for handling complex inventory discrepancies.

Expertise

Inventory Putaway Associate I

• Basic understanding of warehouse operations and inventory management.
• Ability to use scanning devices and follow putaway procedures.
• Familiarity with warehouse storage locations and binning processes.

Inventory Putaway Associate II

• Proficient in warehouse putaway processes and inventory tracking systems.
• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve minor discrepancies in bin locations.
• Knowledge of storage optimization techniques to improve efficiency.

Inventory Putaway Associate III

• Advanced knowledge of warehouse logistics and putaway strategies.
• Ability to analyze and improve storage processes for better efficiency.
• Expertise in troubleshooting inventory errors and adjusting bin locations.

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred

What does MANITOU Group offer?

• Base pay starts at $18.00/hour plus a potential quarterly bonus based on performance metrics. Actual pay determined by experience level, skills, qualifications & work location.
• This position is located onsite in Belvidere, Illinois
• Travel Requirements – no travel required
• In addition to an inclusive compensation package, we offer a comprehensive benefits program including Medical/Dental/Vision, a matching 401k, tuition reimbursement, volunteer program, wellness activities, employee and family activities throughout the year and so much more!
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States.
• Manitou Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status or disability status.

Manitou Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status or disability status.