Warehouse Associate

NEFCO; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

NEFCO is seeking a Warehouse Associate in Chicago to handle receiving, storage, inventory control, picking, packing, and dispatching of construction materials for delivery trucks. Reports to the Logistics Supervisor and supports distribution operations.

You will use the ERP system and RF technology to confirm orders, stage inventory, and load trucks. This role requires standing on concrete floors and occasional overtime.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience with NEFCO's ERP system is a plus.
• Basic computer skills and proficiency with Word, Excel, Outlook are helpful.

Responsibilities

• Provides general assistance, including pulling and staging orders.
• Performs bin location maintenance.
• Maintains warehouse safety, organization and cleanliness.
• Assists in cycle counting for inventory accuracy.
• Communicates with management and branch personnel.
• Operates forklift and performs inspections.

Skills

Forklift operation

RF scanner

Inventory control

Multitasking

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma

Tools

ERP software

MS Office

Job description

Job Summary: Reporting to the Logistics Supervisor, this position for all activities relating to distribution operations executing all receiving, storage, inventory control, picking, packing of construction supply material and dispatching of delivery trucks for delivery of construction supply material.

Job Duties

• Provides general assistance, including pulling and staging orders
• Performs bin location maintenance
• Performs tasks to ensure safety, organization and cleanliness of the warehouse
• Assists in conducting cycle counting to ensure inventory accuracy
• Attends safety training and meetings; follows rules and regulations
• Performs forklift inspections and completes reports, forklift operation
• Communicate consistently with management, all branch personnel

May Perform Receiving And Shipping Functions As Follows

• Verifying inventory against purchase orders for accuracy
• Receiving inventory into the NEFCO's ERP software system
• Staging/Shelving inventory
• Uses RF technology to pick orders and verifies items
• Sends picked orders to packing department
• Pack goods following NEFCO processes and procedures
• Loads trucks with packed orders in a specified sequence

Details

• Monday - Friday
• Typically 40 hours (OT available depending on NEFCO needs)

Requirements

Qualifications:

• High school diploma (or equivalent)
• Ability to use NEFCO's ERP software system
• Ability to use warehouse layouts for planning purposes
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, or Outlook a plus
• Basic computer skills
• Must have a positive, hard-working attitude
• Ability to multitask
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to stands on concrete floor for long periods of time
• Must be able to work in various climate conditions such as cold, heat, humidity for a long period of time
• Ability to crouch, stoop, kneel, crawl and twist for lifting
• Ability to safely lift up to 75 lbs.
• Ability to review and interpret computer images and written documents
• Ability to operate warehouse equipment (including forklifts) and be recertified
• Must be detail-oriented and hands on 'roll up the sleeves' type with aptitude for multi-tasking and adapting to a fast-paced environment with ever changing priorities
• This is a non-exempt position, eligible for overtime.