Order Picker

Greif; West Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 2,480,000; Full time

Job summary

Greif is seeking an Order Picker on first shift to perform routine logistics tasks, including material movement, receiving, packing, and shipment preparation. The role requires standing for 8 hours a day and lifting up to 100 lbs with assistance, under supervision.

You will operate a sit-down forklift, track shipments, and ensure accuracy of orders while adhering to safety and quality standards. This entry-level position typically involves less than 2 years of related experience and offers a

Qualifications

• Good physical stamina and manual dexterity.
• Ability to work with a team in a fast pace environment.
• Good organizational and time-management skills.
• Great interpersonal and communication skills.
• Solution oriented problem solver.

Responsibilities

• Operate a sit-down forklift.
• Receive and track shipments.
• Lift, stand, bend, twist, and stoop for 8 hours.
• Load or unload shipments in delivery trucks.
• Lift 30 lbs repetitively, 50 lbs occasionally, 100 lbs with assistance.
• Prepare orders by processing requests and packing boxes.
• Read and interpret work orders to meet customer requirements.
• Maintain a clean shipping area and follow safety regulations.

Skills

Physical stamina

Teamwork

Time management

Communication

Problem solving

Tools

Strapping tools

Shrink wrap equipment

Job description

Greif is a global leader in performance packaging located in 40 countries. The company delivers trusted, innovative, and tailored solutions that support some of the world's most in demand and fastest-growing industries.

Greif packages life's essentials - and creates lasting value for its colleagues, customers, and other stakeholders.

Learn more about the company's Customized Polymer, Sustainable Fiber, Durable Metal, and Integrated Solutions at www.greif.com and follow Greif on Instagram and LinkedIn.

Our Vision

To Be the Advantage That Helps Our Customers Win.

Our Purpose

Creating packaging solutions for life’s essentials.

Job Requisition #:

035101 Order Picker (Open)

ROLE OVERVIEW:

Under close supervision, performs routine logistics operations activities, including: moving and storing materials/products using a combination of manual labor and low complexity machinery/equipment (e.g., forklifts and conveyors); receiving/inspecting goods and verifying items against the shipment record; gathering, verifying, and packing items for shipment according to specifications and the applicable transportation method; and/or recording received and shipped items.

1st Shift

6am-2:30pm Monday to Friday

Key Responsibilities

• Ability to operate a sit-down forklift.
• Receive and track shipments.
• Able to work in labor-intensive position that includes lifting, standing, bending, twisting, and stooping for 8 hours a day.
• Load or unload shipments in delivery trucks.
• Physically able to lift 30 lbs. repetitively, 50 lbs. occasionally, 100 lbs. with assistance.
• Prepares orders by processing requests and supply orders; pulling materials; packing boxes; placing orders in delivery area.
• Ability to use hand tools including strappers, banders and shrink wrap equipment.
• Label and stockpile shipments according to size, shape, and type.
• Ability to read and interpret work orders to endure customer requirements are met.
• Promotes clean shipping supply area by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Record and manage all impaired or damaged merchandise items.
• Completes reports by entering required information.
• Routine quality checks on finished products.
• Provides quality service by following organization standards.
• Follow safety regulations.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education And Experience

• Typically possesses less than 2 years of relevant experience.

Knowledge And Skills

• Good physical stamina and manual dexterity.
• Ability to work with a team in a fast pace environment.
• Good organizational and time-management skills.
• Great interpersonal and communication skills.
• Solution oriented problem solver.

At Greif, we believe that our colleagues are the center of our success. Our Total Rewards have a comprehensive focus on well-being and offer a competitive package that enables you to thrive, be engaged, and reach your full potential.

Benefits Statement

Greif offers a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive core benefits, paid time off, and a range of local benefits for eligible colleagues.

EEO Statement

We offer a competitive salary, excellent benefits and opportunity for growth. Greif is an equal opportunity employer. We will not discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of sex, race, religion, age, national origin, color, disability, veteran status or any other any other legally protected characteristic.

For more information read Greif’s Equal Opportunity Policy.