Shipping/Warehouse Associate 1st Shift

Martin Sprocket & Gear; Des Plaines (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Health Benefits

Wellness Initiatives

Life and Disability Insurance

401(k) Profit Trust Plan

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Job summary

Martin Sprocket & Gear is seeking a Shipping/Warehouse Associate to join their team in Des Plaines, Illinois. In this role, you will focus on selecting and packing products accurately, operating warehouse equipment, and maintaining safety standards. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented and reliable, with the ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work well in a team environment.

You will enjoy comprehensive health benefits, paid time off, and opportunities for career growth within a family-owned company that values quality and excellence.

Qualifications

• Able to lift, push, pull, and position items up to 50 lbs.
• Reliable attendance and adherence to company procedures.
• Comfortable standing in a non-climate-controlled environment.

Responsibilities

• Select products accurately from warehouse locations.
• Verify picked items against order requirements.
• Pack and prepare items for shipment safely.

Skills

Basic math proficiency

Clear communication

Strong teamwork skills

Detail-oriented

Job description

Are you ready to bring your shipping/warehouse skills to a team that values precision and innovation? At Martin Sprocket & Gear, we’re dedicated to producing quality mechanical power transmission components, material handling systems, and custom forgings with excellence, and we're looking for skilled Shipping/Warehouse Associates like you!

What You’ll Do

• Product selection: Accurately locate and select products from warehouse shelves or floor locations, following labeling or stamping guidelines.
• Order verification: Verify picked and packed items against order requirements to ensure accuracy.
• Packing for shipment: Pick, pack, and prepare various machined products for shipment, including boxing, labeling, and securing items.
• Equipment operation: Operate powered narrow‑aisle pickers safely and efficiently to retrieve products from different shelf heights.
• Safe handling: Practice safe lifting techniques and seek assistance for items over 50 lbs.
• Cleanliness and safety: Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area and operate equipment following safety protocols.
• Cross‑departmental support: Collaborate with other departments or assist in different areas as needed to support overall operations.

What You’ll Bring

• Basic skills: Proficiency in basic math and clear communication; able to read and understand instructions in English and complete simple logs and reports.
• Physical capability: Able to lift, push, pull, and position items up to 50 lbs (with assistance provided for heavier loads).
• Dependability: Reliable attendance and commitment to scheduled hours, adhering to timekeeping and other company procedures.
• Shift endurance: Comfortable standing and working in a non‑climate‑controlled environment for the entire shift.
• Warehouse familiarity: Basic understanding of warehouse functions and general mechanical knowledge (preferred but not required).
• Team‑oriented: Strong teamwork skills with the ability to collaborate and communicate effectively with colleagues.
• Detail focus: Attentive to detail, capable of determining correct shelf locations based on routing tickets.

Your Schedule

• 1st Shift: Monday – Friday, 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM

To perform this job successfully, you must be able to report daily to the branch to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified candidates with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Why Martin Sprocket & Gear, Inc.?

Founded in 1951 by Joe Martin Sr., Martin Sprocket & Gear is a global leader in mechanical power transmission components, material handling systems, and custom forgings. We are proud to remain family‑owned and operate on a simple philosophy.

Make a quality product, have plenty of it available, and be easy to do business with!

With dedicated employees, regional facilities, and strong distributor partnerships, Martin offers stability, growth potential, and a dynamic work environment for all team members.

Why You Will Love Working Here

• Comprehensive Health Benefits: Affordable Medical, Pharmacy, and Dental plans.
• Wellness Initiatives: Employee wellness programs for a healthy work‑life balance.
• Financial Security: Life and Disability Insurance, plus a robust 401(k) Profit Trust Plan.
• Work‑Life Balance: Paid Time Off (PTO) and company‑paid holidays.
• Growth Opportunities: Career development and advancement within a thriving company.

Ready to Join Us?

Apply today and become part of Martin Sprocket & Gear’s legacy of quality and excellence!

Disclaimers

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed by candidates applying for this specific role. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of candidates hired.

Martin Sprocket & Gear is an EEO Employer and an E-Verify participating employer. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, marital status, or veteran status.