Receiving Associate

MANITOU Group; Belvidere (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

401k with matching

Tuition reimbursement

Volunteer program

Wellness activities

Employee and family activities

Job summary

MANITOU Group is seeking a Receiving Associate in Belvidere, IL to manage packaging, labeling and binning of new products, ensuring accuracy and damage-free intake. The role requires forklift familiarity, barcode scanning, and adherence to 5S standards in a fast-paced warehouse.

Varying levels for Associate I and II include training responsibilities, inventory updates, and cross-training across warehouse areas. Excellent teamwork and safety compliance are essential.

Qualifications

• 0-1 year of experience in a warehouse, logistics, or receiving role.
• 2-4 years of experience in receiving, warehouse operations, or quality control.
• Forklift certification preferred
• Experience with inventory systems (IFS or similar) is a plus
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for extended periods

Responsibilities

• Verify quantity and product accuracy against Arrive Report.
• Use Barcode Scanning System to process packaging and binning.
• Pack product to maximize box space while preserving packaging integrity.
• Label finished packages to meet marketing requirements.
• Inspect products for damage and ensure quality control standards.
• Operate order picker, standup reach truck and forklift as needed.

Skills

Forklift Certification

Barcode Scanning

Packing & Labeling

5S standards

Cross-training

IFS inventory system

Tools

IFS (inventory system)

Barcode Scanning System

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
46295
Date
20 October 2026
Job Family

• Production

Type of contract

• Permanent

, Permanent

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.

Are you looking for a new opportunity? Join us to be part of our continuous success.

General AccountabilityResponsible for efficiently and accurately packaging new product into OEM-branded containers, using custom packaging specifications while ensuring all new product received is damage-free, counted and verified for put-away to the inventory shelf.

Duties & Responsibilities

Receiving Associate I

• Verify the quantity and product being packaged and binned are accurate against Arrive Report
• Use Barcode Scanning System to process product while packaging and binning to create OEM-branded labels
• Pack product to maximize box space to reduce packaging costs while maintaining packaging integrity when creating packaging specifications.
• Label finished packages neatly to ensure finished product meets Marketing requirements
• Inspect products to ensure they are clean and free from damage
• Ensure Quality Control Standards and Practices are occurring (identifying damage, handling shortages, and wrong parts)
• Must be willing to be cross-trained in other areas in the warehouse as needed
• Able to stand for extended periods of time, lifting multiple pounds regularly
• Bin product to maximize rack/shelf space consolidation when needed
• Bin product neatly to ensure finished product meets picking and cycle counting requirements
• Works closely with the Rewarehousing Team Strategy to ensure product is being binned properly to meet the requirements of safety, zone control, and established storage criteria and techniques
• Record daily productivity on Progress Control Boards per Lean Philosophy
• Meet and exceed daily productivity and quality standards
• Responsible for helping maintain cleanliness and 5S standards within the Warehouse Storage Racks
• Responsible for helping maintain cleanliness and 5S standards at Packing Stations
• Operates an order picker, standup reach truck and fork truck to remove, transport and bin product on shelf
• Must be willing to be cross-trained in other areas in the warehouse as needed
• Be able to lift up to 50 lbs as part of the job function while using safe lifting requirements
• Able to stand for extended periods of time
• Must perform within the Company Safety Program and Polices

Receiving Associate II

• Lead receiving activities for FedEx, UPS, and Madison/Yankton shipments.
• Independently verify purchase orders and identify discrepancies.
• Conduct thorough damage inspections and report findings.
• Use IFS to update inventory, print labels, and track order details.
• Assist in training Level I employees on receiving procedures.
• Improve organization and efficiency in the receiving area.
• Communicate effectively with supervisors on quality issues.
• Maintain a high accuracy rate with minimal errors.

Experience

Receiving Associate I

• Previous experience with a Barcode Scanning System/handheld preferred
• Forklift Certification preferred (order picker, reach truck) must be able to pass the forklift certification test
• Table Top auto-bagger experience a plus
• Previous packaging experience preferred
• 0-1 year of experience in a warehouse, logistics, or receiving role.
• Some experience handling incoming shipments and verifying deliveries.
• Exposure to inventory systems (IFS or similar) is a plus but not required.

Receiving Associate II

• 2-4 years of experience in receiving, warehouse operations, or quality control.
• Hands‑on experience with inventory management systems (IFS or similar).
• Proven ability to handle receiving independently with minimal supervision.
• Experience training new employees on receiving and inspection tasks.

EXPERTISE

Receiving Associate I

• Basic understanding of receiving processes and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Ability to follow a checklist for equipment inspections (e.g., pallet jack).
• Familiarity with shipping carriers (FedEx, UPS) and basic receiving workflows.
• Ability to read and verify purchase orders for accuracy.

Receiving Associate II

• Strong understanding of receiving processes and SOPs.
• Proficient in using IFS or similar inventory systems for labeling and tracking.
• Knowledge of quality control processes, including identifying damages and reporting procedures.
• Familiarity with logistics workflows, including prioritization of hot orders.
• Ability to troubleshoot minor receiving discrepancies.

What does MANITOU Group offer?

Above local legal requirements, of course
Compensation: $18.00 to $19.00 (Based on Experience)
Work location: 888 Landmark Dr. Belvidere IL
Travel Requirements: 0%
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.

What is MANITOU Group?

To learn more about Manitou Group, click here

Location(s)

• United States - Belvidere