Warehouse Associate

Motion & Flow Control Products; Aurora (IL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the flow control industry is seeking a Warehouse Associate in Aurora, IL. The role involves product handling, inventory management, and ensuring quality control in a fast-paced environment. Candidates should possess basic skills, attention to detail, and be able to lift heavy items. Competitive hourly pay and benefits are offered, including a 401(k) plan and paid holidays.

Benefits

401(k) Investment Plan

Life Insurance

Paid Holidays

Incentive Programs - Employee referral program

Training and progressive development programs available

Qualifications

• Must possess basic reading, writing, and arithmetic skills.
• Basic computer skills required including MS Office.
• Forklift certification and mechanical background are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for product handling from receiving through shipping.
• Assist with inventory control and cycle counting.
• Package and stage materials or products for shipping.

Skills

Basic reading skills

Basic writing skills

Basic arithmetic skills

Attention to detail

Mechanical background

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Epicor Prophet 21

Job description

Responsible for product handling from receiving through shipping. Daily loading and unloading of finished product, staging of raw materials, as well as maintaining inventory in a fast-paced team environment.

Primary Duties :

• Receive products, including unloading.
• Verify incoming product & receive into system.
• Allocate, distribute, pull / pick product in proper location.
• Operate RF scanner, if required.
• Package and stage materials or products for shipping (shrink wrapping, boxing, labeling).
• Ship products utilizing various methods from national carriers to customer vehicles.
• Assist with inventory control and cycle counting.
• Administer quality control, ensuring damaged product is not received or sent.
• Make local pickups and deliveries.
• Fabrication and use of complex machinery for kitting manufacturing may be required.
• Build hose assemblies and assist with testing and finishing, if applicable.
• Complete all required paperwork in a timely manner, including item location and invoicing.
• Complete forklift / safety orientation course(s); operate forklift as needed.
• Communicate in a positive manner with delivery personnel and team members to ensure proper flow of orders & products.
• Maintain a safe, clean and organized work area.
• Comply with all company rules, policies and procedures.
• Adhere to strict Safety Guidelines.
• Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Basic Requirements :

• Must possess basic reading, writing, and arithmetic skills.
• Basic computer skills required including use of MS Office (Word, Excel & Outlook), with a willingness to learn new software programs. Experience with Epicor Prophet 21 a plus.
• Must possess the ability to read and differentiate alpha / numeric characters and be attentive to details.
• Mechanical background and forklift certification (applicable state certification) are a plus.
• Ability to drive a manual transmission may be required.
• Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record may be required.

Physical Demands and Work Environment :

• Job requires frequent lifting up to 70 pounds, stooping, reaching above shoulder level, pushing, pulling, constantly walking / standing on cement flooring and climbing ladders as needed.
• Working conditions involve a fast-paced warehouse environment containing moving equipment, fluctuating temperature and inventory in various storage arrangements.
• The physical demands and work environment reflected are representative of those encountered by employees when performing the essential job functions.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to accommodate individuals with disabilities perform the essential functions of the job.

Salary : 17.50 - $21 / hour

Benefits :

• 401(k) Investment Plan
• Life Insurance
• Paid Holidays
• Incentive Programs - Employee referral program
• Training and progressive development programs available

Candidates are subject to pre-employment criminal background, drug screen and DMV record review, along with possible reference checks.

The Fair Chance Act prohibits an employer from discriminating against anyone's conviction history before a job offer has been made. Candidates are subject to pre-employment criminal background, drug screen and possible DMV record review and along with reference checks. This Employer Participates in E-Verify.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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