Stockroom Attendant II

WaterSaver Faucet Co.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Paid Vacation

10 Paid Holidays

Paid Sick Days (5)

401(k) with company match

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Vision and Dental Insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

WaterSaver Faucet Co. is seeking a Stockroom Attendant II to manage stockroom operations, issue supplies, and maintain accurate records on a busy manufacturing floor in Chicago.

The role requires reading basic instructions and following kanban requirements while upholding safety standards and PPE usage. Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or equivalent, 1–2 years of relevant experience, and foundational computer skills to use tracking systems and RF scanners.

Qualifications

• Read, comprehend, and follow basic written instructions, visual charts, or diagrams.
• Basic mathematical skills for inventory counting and measurement verification.
• Foundational computer literacy to use tracking applications or RF scanners.
• Familiarity with Guardian Equipment products and relevant parts/shipping requirements.

Responsibilities

• Receive, check, and store incoming materials and supplies.
• Move materials to proper departments or queuing area for delivery.
• Issue tools, parts, materials, and supplies as required by requisitions.
• Monitor inventory levels and maintain withdrawal/return records.
• Check returned items for damage and arrange repairs as needed.
• Operate order picker, standup lift truck, hoists, and other equipment.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the stockroom area.
• Comply with all safety policies and wear PPE.

Skills

Reading comprehension

Basic math

Basic computer literacy

RF scanners

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

RF scanners

Job description

At WaterSaver, we take great pride in the quality of our products, our service to our customers and our employees. We offer competitive compensation, excellent benefits and a work environment structured to cultivate your professional growth.

If you thrive in a team-oriented, fast-paced culture, a career at WaterSaver is the right fit for you.

Our recruiting process consists of a number of steps. The process may vary slightly depending on the position you are applying for.

For over 75 years, WaterSaver Faucet Co. has set the standard for quality in faucets, valves, and safety equipment for science laboratories. Our products are carefully designed and manufactured to provide exceptional durability and performance, with a product line that includes laboratory service fixtures and safety equipment. Our operations are guided by four fundamental values:

• Safety: We never sacrifice safety for speed or money.
• Quality: Durability is our standard, and we never rush orders at the expense of performance metrics.
• Service: We strive to get our customers the products they need when they need them.
• Efficiency: We achieve competitive pricing through waste reduction and lean manufacturing.

Proud to Call Chicago Home

We love Chicago and have always been here. We have two state-of-the-art facilities totaling 200,000 square feet in River North. WaterSaver Faucet is at Erie and Halsted Streets, while Guardian Equipment is at North Branch and Division Streets on Goose Island. Both companies have gated off-street parking, are close to the Kennedy Expressway (I90), and have easy access to public transportation.

Position Summary

The Stockroom Attendant II role is responsible for stockroom tasks, including issuing supplies, monitoring inventory levels, and maintaining accurate withdrawal/return records, and fulfilling kanban requirements. The role involves receiving and inspecting incoming materials, organizing the storage area, and facilitating the movement of supplies to relevant departments.

Essential Job Functions & Responsibilities

• Receiving & Storage: Receive, check, and store incoming materials and supplies.
• Material Handling: Move or expedite materials to proper departments or queuing area for delivery.
• Requisition Fulfillment: Issue tools, parts, materials, and supplies as required by requisitions.
• Inventory Management: Monitor inventory levels; maintain accurate records of all withdrawals and returns.
• Returns & Maintenance: Check returned items for damage or need for repair; arrange for maintenance as needed.
• Operate Equipment: Operate order picker, standup lift truck, hoists, and other equipment in unloading, moving, or storing materials.
• Stockroom Organization: Maintain cleanliness and organization of the stockroom area.
• Safety Adherence: Comply strictly with all company safety policies, including the mandatory and continuous utilization of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) such as safety glasses, steel-toed boots, and specific hand protection.

Job Qualifications & Requirements

Education & Experience

• Education: High school diploma, GED or equivalent
• Experience: 1-2 years of relevant experience required.
• Ability to read, comprehend, and systematically follow basic written instructions, visual flow charts, or fundamental technical diagrams.
• Basic mathematical proficiency for inventory counting and simple measurement verification.
• Foundational computer literacy to navigate basic tracking applications or utilize RF scanners.
• Familiarity with Guardian Equipment products and the parts, materials, packaging, or shipping requirements relevant to the position.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

• Physical Activity: Regularly required to stand, walk, and maintain physical balance for the entire duration of an 8-hour shift. Continuous use of hands and fingers to handle, manipulate, align, or feel small industrial parts. Frequent reaching, pushing, and pulling actions are necessary.
• Lifting Constraints: Must possess the consistent physical capacity to lift, carry, and move items weighing up to 50 pounds unassisted throughout the workday.
• Environment: Position is located entirely on an active manufacturing floor. The work area is climate-controlled but subject to minor localized temperature variations.
• Pay increases after a 90 day probationary period.
• Blue Cross and Blue Shield Health Insurance plans; HMO, PPO, and HSA options after 90 days
• Vision and Dental insurance.
• Short- and long-term disability benefits.
• Life insurance.
• 401(k) plan with company match.
• Paid vacation.
• Ten (10) paid holidays.
• Five (5) paid sick days per year.
• Opportunities for advancement.
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities.

Equal Opportunity & EEO Statement

WaterSaver Faucet Co. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to maintaining an inclusive environment for all personnel. All employment selections are decided based on business necessities, job specifications, merit, and operational performance, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability status under the Illinois Human Rights Act and Federal Title VII.