Warehouse Assistant

Action Truck Parts Inc; Joliet (IL); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Action Truck Parts Inc is seeking a Warehouse Assistant to support shipping, receiving, and inventory tasks in its Joliet, IL facility. You will inspect shipments, prepare orders for delivery, organize inventory, and maintain accurate records.

The role requires a high school diploma, a valid driver's license, and the ability to lift heavy objects. Candidates should be detail-oriented, organized, and able to multitask in a fast-paced warehouse setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid U.S. Driver's License required.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions accurately.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to lift heavy objects and perform physical labor.

Responsibilities

• Receive and inspect incoming shipments for damage or discrepancies, and promptly report any issues.
• Accurately pick, pack, and prepare outgoing shipments based on customer orders.
• Organize and store materials in the warehouse by part number and/or description.
• Load and unload delivery trucks or trailers by hand or with material handling equipment.
• Maintain orderly and accurate shipping and receiving records.
• Perform daily light maintenance duties, including sweeping, mopping, and taking out garbage.
• Assist with loading/unloading the company truck for deliveries, as needed.
• Keep the warehouse and receiving areas clean, safe, and organized.
• Execute on-demand customer deliveries as needed.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Ability to lift objects

Multitasking

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Material handling equipment (forklifts, pallet jacks)

Job description

Purpose of the Position

The Warehouse Assistant plays a key role in supporting Action Truck Parts' mission to provide customers with high-quality, heavy-duty aftermarket truck parts and timely service. This role ensures products are accurately received, stored, and shipped, maintaining a clean and organized warehouse environment.

Summary

The Warehouse Assistant is responsible for a variety of shipping, receiving, and inventory management tasks. This includes inspecting incoming shipments, preparing customer orders for delivery, organizing inventory, and ensuring all documentation is accurate and up-to-date.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Receive and inspect incoming shipments for damage or discrepancies, and promptly report any issues.
• Accurately pick, pack, and prepare outgoing shipments based on customer orders.
• Organize and store materials in the warehouse by part number and/or description.
• Load and unload delivery trucks or trailers by hand or with material handling equipment.
• Maintain orderly and accurate shipping and receiving records.
• Perform daily light maintenance duties, including sweeping, mopping, and taking out garbage.
• Assist with loading/unloading the company truck for deliveries, as needed.
• Keep the warehouse and receiving areas clean, safe, and organized.
• Execute on-demand customer deliveries as needed.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Physical Demands

• Frequent standing, walking, bending, stooping, kneeling, and crouching.
• Occasional sitting, climbing, or balancing.
• Regularly required to lift/move items up to 10 lbs, frequently up to 50 lbs, and occasionally over 100 lbs.
• Use of hands for manual tasks and operation of warehouse equipment.

Qualifications

Required

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid U.S. Driver's License
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions accurately
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to lift heavy objects and perform physical labor
• Strong multitasking skills with the ability to shift focus quickly between tasks without loss of productivity or accuracy.
• Willingness to work in a fast-paced warehouse environment

Preferred

• Previous warehouse, shipping/receiving, or inventory experience
• Experience with material handling equipment (forklifts, pallet jacks, etc.)
• Familiarity with heavy-duty truck parts is a plus

Work Environment

This position is based in a warehouse setting with frequent exposure to varying temperatures, noise levels, and physical tasks. Proper safety protocols and equipment are provided and expected to be used at all times. This position may require occasional customer deliveries in a company vehicle. Maintaining a clean driving record and compliance with all applicable rules of the road, speed limits, and defensive driving standards is expected.