VAS Associate (General Labor) - All Shifts

RJW Logistics Group

Romeoville (IL)

On-site

USD 42,000 - 46,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Attendance bonus

Referral bonus

Hiring bonus

Forklift/Reach driver premiums

Employee Ownership Program

401(k) & 401(k) Matching

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off & Sick Days

Disability Insurance

Job summary

RJW Logistics Group is seeking to fill a general labor associate position in a fast‑paced warehouse environment in Illinois. The role involves restacking, repacking, labeling, and assembling product displays while ensuring safety and efficiency on the production line.

Employees can earn attendance, referral, and hiring bonuses, plus additional hourly premiums for qualified forklift, walkie rider, cherry picker, and reach truck drivers. Employee ownership program is highlighted as a key benefit.

Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED is required.
Forklift certification is a plus.
Experience with WMS software (Synapse) is a plus.
Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel and Access is a plus.

Responsibilities

Restack, repack, and label boxes according to production and customer requirements.
Assemble and build new end‑cap displays with accuracy and consistency.
Operate on a fast‑paced production line while maintaining quality standards.
Follow safety procedures around machinery, conveyors, and automated systems.
Identify and report issues such as packaging defects or equipment jams.
Maintain a clean, organized, and well‑stocked work area.
Adapt to changing tasks or line positions as needed.
Work independently and as part of a team.
Communicate with supervisors to keep workflow running smoothly.
Meet daily attendance, punctuality, and productivity expectations.

Skills

Attention to detail

Fast-paced environment

Team oriented

Punctual

Safety conscious

Adaptable

Organized

Problem solving

Follow instructions

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Forklift certification a plus

Tools

Synapse WMS

Microsoft Outlook/Word/Excel/Access

Job description

Attendance Incentive - Up to $2400 bonus for good attendance. (Refer to Policy for Rules and Details)

Referral Bonus - Up to $500 per referral (Refer to Policy for Rules and Details)

Hiring Bonus - Up to $1000 (Refer to Policy for Rules and Details)

Certified/qualified Forklift/Walkie Rider/Cherry Picker drivers will receive an additional $0.50 p.hr

Certified/qualified Reach Truck drivers will receive an additional $1.00 p.hr

PAY: $20 to $22 per hour
(pay dependent on shift schedule)

Exciting NEW Pay Incentives at RJW!

Attendance Incentive - Up to $2400 bonus for good attendance. (Refer to Policy for Rules and Details)

Referral Bonus - Up to $500 per referral (Refer to Policy for Rules and Details)

Hiring Bonus - Up to $1000 (Refer to Policy for Rules and Details)

Certified/qualified Forklift/Walkie Rider/Cherry Picker drivers will receive an additional $0.50 p.hr

Certified/qualified Reach Truck drivers will receive an additional $1.00 p.hr

RJW Logistics Group is HIRING!

OUR PEOPLE ARE OUR FUTURE. THAT’S WHY THEY COME FIRST.

RJW is dedicated to hiring and developing talent who want to make an impact and be a part of an industry-leading organization. At RJW, we are committed to our employees’ success and to producing continuous innovation that drives the retail logistics industry forward.

Empower Your Future with Our Employee Ownership Program

We Are Thrilled To Announce The Launch Of Our Employee Ownership Program—an Exciting Opportunity Designed To Empower, Motivate, And Reward Our Dedicated Team Members. At RJW, We Believe That Our Employees Are The Heartbeat Of Our Success, And We Want To Share That Success With You. Here’s What You Can Look Forward To

Ownership Stake: Become a co-owner of the company and take pride in knowing that your hard work directly contributes to your own financial growth and the company's prosperity.

Financial Rewards: Enjoy the potential for increased earnings through share appreciation.

Sense of Belonging: Feel a deeper connection and commitment to your work as you become an integral part of the company's journey and success story.

Community and Collaboration: Join a community of like‑ish individuals who are equally invested in the company's mission and vision, fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment.

Cost: Maybe the best detail about this program is that it cost nothing to you. As long as you are employed with RJW, you will enjoy the benefits of the program. Additionally, shares will be given to you on a yearly basis based on salary.

Our Employee Ownership Program is more than just a benefit—it's a path to building a brighter, more prosperous future together. Join us in taking this exciting step forward and become a valued co-owner of RJW. Together, we can achieve greatness.

Job Purpose/Overview

VAS general labor associate supports high‑volume production operations by restacking, repacking, labeling, and assembling product displays. This role requires strong attention to detail, consistent productivity, and the ability to work safely around machinery in a fast‑paced warehouse environment.

Key Responsibilities

Restack, repack, and label boxes according to production and customer requirements

Assemble and build new end‑cap displays with accuracy and consistency

Operate efficiently on a fast‑paced production line while maintaining quality standards

Follow all safety procedures when working around machinery, conveyors, and automated systems

Identify and report issues such as packaging defects, labeling errors, or equipment jams

Maintain a clean, organized, and well‑stocked work area

Adapt to changing tasks, product types, and production priorities

Work effectively both independently and as part of a coordinated team

Communicate with supervisors and teammates to keep workflow running smoothly

Meet daily attendance, punctuality, and productivity expectations

Other tasks as assigned by supervisor/manager

Key Qualities & Skills

Strong attention to detail; able to spot errors before they impact production

Thrives in fast‑paced, high‑volume environments

Team‑oriented mindset with good communication skills

Reliable, punctual, and committed to consistent attendance

Comfortable working around production machinery and following safety protocols

Adaptable and able to switch tasks or line positions as needed

Organized and efficient, maintaining clean and prepared workspaces

Basic problem‑solving ability to identify small issues and elevate appropriately

Able to follow instructions accurately and work with minimal supervision

Qualifications

Co‑Packing or Warehouse experience is not required but preferred

Experience using WMS software a plus (Synapse preferred)

PC literate with experience with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel and Access Database is a plus

Education And/or Experience Required

High School Diploma or GED (General Education Diploma) equivalency

Forklift certification a plus

Mathematical Skills

Ability to add, sub-tract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals

Physical Demands

Must be able to occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds

Must be able to stand; walk; stoop; kneel; crouch; or crawl

Must be able to activate phone systems utilizing keyboards and buttons

Must be articulate and comfortable speaking in front of others

Regularly works in an indoor/office environment and required to sit and/or use repetitive hand motion

Frequently required to talk, hear, stand and walk

Must be able to work in excess of continuous 8 hours when required

Must be able to work under stressful situations, have good cognitive skills, maintain work accuracy, and the ability to concentrate on more than one task at a time

Must have the ability to read and discern visual images on a variety of media with 20/20 corrected vision

Must be able to speak and communicate clearly over telephones

Must be in sound physical health as determined by a certified licensed physician with no evidence of the use of controlled substances

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts, and fumes or airborne particles. The noise level in the work environment will range from quiet to moderately loud

Employer Rights

This job description is intended to provide general information about the Co-pack/VAS Associate position. The above does not constitute an exhaustive list of the job duties to be performed by an associate holding the position of Co-pack/VAS Associate, nor are the lists of the physical requirements and environmental conditions exhaustive. You may be asked by your supervisor or managers to perform other duties. Your performance will be evaluated in part based upon your performance of the job duties listed in this job description, as well as any job duties not specifically listed above that you may be asked from time to time to perform. As with all positions, the duties and responsibilities are subject to change at any time as needs arise and at the discretion of the RJW Transport, Inc. The Company has the right to revise this job description at any time.

Employment-At-Will

It is the Company's policy that all associates, other than those covered by a written individual employment or labor agreement with the Company that has been authorized in writing by the Company's Chief Executive Officer or Board of Directors, are not employed for any fixed term and are employed at the will of the Company for an indefinite period. Just as our associate's, reserve the right to resign their employment at any time for any reason the Company reserves its right to terminate an associate any time for any reason either with or without cause.

Neither this Job Description nor any of its individual terms constitutes commitments between the Company and its associates as to the terms, conditions or duration of employment, nor does it modify the prevailing Employment-At-Will relationship.

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