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Shipping and Receiving Helper

Accord Carton

Alsip (IL)

On-site

USD 30,000 - 40,000

Full time

30+ days ago

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Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated individuals for an entry-level position in their Shipping and Receiving Department. This role involves preparing pallets for shipment, operating equipment like forklifts and powered pallet jacks, and maintaining a clean workspace. Ideal candidates will have strong teamwork skills and the ability to lift heavy items, as well as flexibility to work overtime when needed. Join a dynamic team and contribute to the efficient operation of a vital warehouse environment, where your efforts will directly impact logistics and distribution processes.

Qualifications

  • Must be certified to operate a Forklift and/or Power Pallet Jack.
  • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for entire shift.

Responsibilities

  • Assist in preparing pallets for shipping or storage.
  • Load and unload trucks using Powered Pallet Jack or Forklift.
  • Maintain cleanliness in the warehouse area.

Skills

Forklift Operation
Teamwork
Physical Stamina

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Powered Pallet Jack
Forklift Truck
Stretch Wrap Machine
Hand Tools

Job description

Description

  • Assist the Shipping and Receiving Department by preparing pallets ready to be shipped or placed into warehouse.
  • Banding pallets by hand or use of an automatic banding tool.
  • Operating stretch wrap machine.
  • Use of hand tools.
  • Loading and unloading trucks with the use of Powered Pallet Jack and/or Forklift truck.
  • Stack and un-stack boxes.
  • Cleaning/sweeping.
  • Must wear PPE as required or needed.
  • Any other appropriate work assignments as required by Manager.

Requirements

  • The ability to pick up or place cartons/boxes on to a pallet or off a pallet as needed.
  • Successfully and certifiably able to operate a Forklift Truck and/or Power Pallet Jack.
  • Capable of working with others as part of a work team.

Experience:

  • This is an entry-level position.
  • Warehouse experience helpful.
  • Prior certifiable Forklift experience preferred.

Special Requirements:

Flexibility: Must be available to work overtime as needed.

Physical Demands: Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for the entire shift.

Equipment Operation: Must be certified by Accord Carton to operate a Forklift truck and/or Power Pallet Jack.

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