Sr. Warehouse Associate

J.B. Hunt Transport, Inc.; Elk Grove Village (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefit

Dental benefit

Vision benefit

401(k) retirement plan

Life insurance

Short-term disability coverage

Long-term disability coverage

Paid time off commensurate with tenure

Six weeks of paid maternity leave

Two weeks of paid parental leave

Six paid holidays annually

Job summary

J.B. Hunt Transport, Inc. Elk Grove Village, IL is hiring a Sr. Warehouse Associate to support inventory control and shipping/receiving operations. You will verify counts, assist with data integrity, and adapt to day, night, and weekend shifts to meet demand.

The role requires physical work, forklift experience, and a commitment to safety while collaborating with a team to ensure high-quality service for customers and vendors.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old with 1-2 years of warehouse experience.
• Ability to operate forklifts and handle materials up to 100 pounds.
• Willingness to work outdoors and across shifts including nights/weekends.

Responsibilities

• Prepare goods for shipment with packing slips and maintain inventory.
• Train or onboard new Warehouse Technicians as needed.
• Coordinate expedited orders and returns; Ensure load security per DOT.

Skills

Forklift operation

Multitasking

Flexibility to work day/night/weekends

Time management

Team training

Safety awareness

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

3+ years distribution/material handling

Tools

OSHA forklift certification

Job description

Job Details

Job Title: Sr. Warehouse Associate
Department: Operations
Country: United States of America
State/Province: Illinois
City: Elk Grove Village
Full/Part Time: Full time

Job Summary

Under routine supervision, this position is responsible for assisting in the maintenance of secure inventory storage and control of materials into/out of the warehouse. Performs duties associated with storage, shipping, receiving, and physical counts of the assets to verify integrity. Provides assistance and guidance in the administration and assessment of inventory data. Incumbent must be able to work any shift to satisfy the demand for flexibility of scheduling to ensure operational success. This includes, but is not limited to, day shifts, night shifts and weekend shifts.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare goods and materials to be shipped along with their corresponding packing slips; perform basic inventory maintenance


• Assist with the training and/or onboard new Warehouse Technicians


• Coordinate and report expedited orders; coordinating returns and exchanges of inventory items


• Develop and document quality assurance standards; recognize and identifying areas where policies and procedures need to be changed or developed


• Ensure standard load securement meets DOT and Company guidelines to enable safe transit of product


• Provide guidance and suggestions on product returns, procedures and solutions to ensure high quality services are provided to customers and vendors


• May position lifting devices under, over, or around loaded pallets, skids, or boxes and securing material or products for transport to designated areas


• Ensure compliance with established internal control procedures (e.g. dock doors are locked, wheel chocks utilization)


• Process material stock requests, orders and returns using inventory and billing systems necessary for installation


• May operate Material Handling Equipment (MHE), such as forklifts, pallet jacks and handcarts, to load and unload vehicles; Move levers or controls that operate lifting devices, such as forklifts, lift beams with swivel-hooks, hoists, or elevating platforms, to load, unload, transport, or stack material within and outside designated areas


• Handle defective, discontinued or recalled goods; destroy returned goods as appropriate


• Perform check-ins and check-outs; verify order completeness and inspect for damage


• Review the daily processing of goods received as returns and the return of goods to vendors; ensure the timely and accurate processing of all returns


• Receive, issue and store supplies and equipment; processing customer turn-ins; inspecting, verifying and counting supplies and equipment for accuracy, overall condition and accountability

Qualifications

• Minimum Qualifications:
  
  
  
  • 18+ years of age with 1-2 years of experience in a warehouse setting AND
  
  
  • Demonstration of the following skills and abilities through education, certifications, military, or other experiences
  
  
  
  


• Ability to work outdoors, in the elements, or across multiple shifts including nights and/or weekends if needed


• High school diploma/GED with 3 or more years experience


• Certified to drive a forklift OSHA knowledge


• Ability to fulfill physical requirements (lift/move appliance up to 100 pounds)


• Ability to wear appropriate work attire (bump cap, footwear, gloves, safety vests)


• Willingness to work flexible workdays and hours


• Ability to multitask


• Experience in distribution


• Experience in material handling


• Experience managing/supervising a team (preferred)


• Experience training others


• Knowledge of appliance installation (preferred)


• Knowledge of parts inventory management


• Ability to follow directions and instructions


• Familiarity with furniture both names and appearances


• Ability to manage your own time


• Able to prioritize multiple job tasks and flexibility to take on additional work beyond


• Material Handler

Compensation

The expected starting pay range for this position is between $20.05 - $25.05 per hour. This position is not eligible for employment-based sponsorship. Compensation: Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include skills, education, experience, geography, and other qualifications of the successful candidate. This position may be eligible for annual bonus and incentives based on profitability or volumes in accordance with the terms of the Company’s bonus and incentive plans, as applicable and in effect from time to time.

Benefits

• medical benefit


• dental benefit


• vision benefit


• 401(k) retirement plan


• life insurance


• short-term disability coverage


• long-term disability coverage


• paid time off commensurate with tenure (includes vacation and sick time)


• six weeks of paid maternity leave


• two weeks of paid parental leave


• six paid holidays annually

Education

GED, High School

Work Experience

Distribution/Material Handling

Diversity & Inclusion

Both J.B. Hunt Transport, Inc. and Hunt Mexicana S.A. de C.V. are equal employment opportunity employers without regard to any characteristic protected under applicable law, including veterans and disability.

Company Culture

Better benefits, clear career paths and a people-first culture, because we are Driven for You. Headquartered in Northwest Arkansas, J.B. Hunt is a dominant force in transportation and logistics, offering exciting career opportunities both at corporate and at field locations across the country. There are a variety of job types that support our business, so no matter your passion, J.B. Hunt is the place to jumpstart your career. Why J.B. Hunt? We are a leading transportation and logistics company for one simple reason - our people. The career possibilities and benefits of working at J.B. Hunt Transport. Inc. or Hunt Mexicana S.A. de C.V. are endless. From competitive salary and benefits packages, to defined career paths and growth opportunities, we take care of our people and take great pride in our efforts to build and sustain an inclusive workplace for all employees. What are we looking for? We welcomes high-energy, forward-thinking people of all backgrounds and experience levels to join our teams. We offer full-time, entry level, professional and management opportunities across all departments. Whether you are fresh out of school or bring years of industry experience, a role with us could take your career to the next level. J.B. Hunt is proud to serve individuals of all abilities.