Warehouse Associate

Jobtailor

Des Plaines (IL)

On-site

USD 22,000 - 32,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

STERIS/HuFriedyGroup is seeking a Warehouse Associate in Des Plaines, IL to perform distribution and warehouse functions, including packing, labeling, staging, and shipment preparation. You will ensure accuracy of documentation and maintain safety standards in daily operations.

The role requires 1–2 years of warehouse experience, forklift certification (preferred), and proficiency with ERP systems such as SAP or ShopVue.

Qualifications

  • 1-2 years related Warehouse Experience or shipping/receiving experience.
  • OSHA Certified Forklift Operator- preferred - training will be paid for if not currently certified
  • General proficiencies in Microsoft Office and ERP required (SAP and/or ShopVue preferred)
  • Ability to be licensed to operate powered industrial equipment in a safe and professional manner (i.e. Forklift or yard truck).
  • Ability to multi-task, adapt to changing responsibilities, and prioritize duties
  • Ability to work under regularly supervision, either independently or as a team, in a fast paced, changing environment
  • Requires ability to navigate through defined computer screens and STERIS Operational Data Management System.
  • Organizing, analyzing, and basic math skills (four basic arithmetic functions in all units of measurement, decimals, ratios, rates, percentages).
  • Show an attention to detail and ensure data accuracy (Receiving Reports, Bills of Lading, etc.).
  • Requires effective interpersonal skills as demonstrated through prior experience.

Responsibilities

  • Performs all Distribution/Warehouse functions as outlined in established procedures.
  • Select, check, pack and/or palletize, and label all types of standard orders for shipment
  • Perform highly repetitive packaging, assembly, and/or machine operation
  • Receives Customer product through acceptance or unloading shipping container, including pallet breakdown, and identifying box weights; processes all applicable documentation in an accurate manner.
  • Coordinates staging of incoming Customer product by transferring or overseeing the transfer of product to the non-process storage locations in a safe and damage-free manner.
  • Inspects finished goods as they move from packaging to assembly, as well as inspect incoming or outgoing Customer product for damages and/or count discrepancies and report such conditions as outlined in established procedures.
  • Maintains and submits warehouse reports depicting where products are staged within the facility.
  • Verifies that all identified damages and/or count discrepancies have been reported and resolved.
  • Ensures shipment of product within shipping deadline by maintaining contact with internal facility staff.
  • Prepares product for shipment by retrieving Customer product from processed area and staging in shipping area; prepares accurate shipping documentation; loads product into shipping trailers/containers or transfers small packages to delivery service.
  • Ensures timely receipt or shipment of Customer product by assisting material handling activities, loading and unloading trucks.
  • Ensures quality conformance against bills of material as well as visual controlled images.
  • Actively participates and supports Lean and Safety initiatives, as well as daily cycle count programs and other directives, when required.
  • Maintain a safe and clean working environment.
  • Operate forklift and/or other material handling equipment, as needed
  • Meet department productivity and quality goals.
  • Contributes to a team effort by performing in accordance with all STERIS/HuFriedyGroup policies, GMP, Lean principles and other directives; supports the directives and decisions of higher-level management and performs other duties as assigned, to ensure team continuity across all warehouse operations.

Skills

Warehouse Experience
OSHA Forklift Certification
Microsoft Office Proficiency
ERP Systems (SAP, ShopVue)
Attention to Detail
Interpersonal Skills
Adaptability
Team Collaboration
Time Management
Communication Skills

Tools

Material Handling Equipment
STERIS Operational Data Management System

Job description

  • Performs all Distribution/Warehouse functions as outlined in established procedures.
  • Select, check, pack and/or palletize, and label all types of standard orders for shipment
  • Perform highly repetitive packaging, assembly, and/or machine operation
  • Receives Customer product through acceptance or unloading shipping container, including pallet breakdown, and identifying box weights; processes all applicable documentation in an accurate manner.
  • Coordinates staging of incoming Customer product by transferring or overseeing the transfer of product to the non-process storage locations in a safe and damage-free manner.
  • Inspects finished goods as they move from packaging to assembly, as well as inspect incoming or outgoing Customer product for damages and/or count discrepancies and report such conditions as outlined in established procedures.
  • Maintains and submits warehouse reports depicting where products are staged within the facility.
  • Verifies that all identified damages and/or count discrepancies have been reported and resolved.
  • Ensures shipment of product within shipping deadline by maintaining contact with internal facility staff.
  • Prepares product for shipment by retrieving Customer product from processed area and staging in shipping area; prepares accurate shipping documentation; loads product into shipping trailers/containers or transfers small packages to delivery service.
  • Ensures timely receipt or shipment of Customer product by assisting material handling activities, loading and unloading trucks.
  • Ensures quality conformance against bills of material as well as visual controlled images.
  • Actively participates and supports Lean and Safety initiatives, as well as daily cycle count programs and other directives, when required.
  • Maintain a safe and clean working environment.
  • Operate forklift and/or other material handling equipment, as needed
  • Meet department productivity and quality goals.
  • Contributes to a team effort by performing in accordance with all STERIS/HuFriedyGroup policies, GMP, Lean principles and other directives; supports the directives and decisions of higher-level management and performs other duties as assigned, to ensure team continuity across all warehouse operations.
Requirements
  • 1-2 years related Warehouse Experience or shipping/receiving experience
  • OSHA Certified Forklift Operator- preferred - training will be paid for if not currently certified
  • General proficiencies in Microsoft Office and ERP required (SAP and/or ShopVue preferred)
  • Ability to be licensed to operate powered industrial equipment in a safe and professional manner (i.e. Forklift or yard truck).
  • Ability to multi-task, adapt to changing responsibilities, and prioritize duties
  • Ability to work under regularly supervision, either independently or as a team, in a fast paced, changing environment
  • Requires ability to navigate through defined computer screens and STERIS Operational Data Management System.
  • Organizing, analyzing, and basic math skills (four basic arithmetic functions in all units of measurement, decimals, ratios, rates, percentages).
  • Show an attention to detail and ensure data accuracy (Receiving Reports, Bills of Lading, etc.).
  • Requires effective interpersonal skills as demonstrated through prior experience.
  • Able to adapt to changing duties and responsibilities.
  • Normal hearing range sufficient to hear alarms, bells, horns, etc.
  • Requires knowledge of DOT regulations.
  • Maintain positive and cooperative communications and collaboration with all levels of employees, customers, contractors, and vendors
  • Ability to maintain regular and predictable attendance.
Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in warehouse operations, including shipping, receiving, and inventory management, while ensuring compliance with safety standards and quality control measures. Proficient in operating material handling equipment and utilizing ERP systems for efficient workflow management.

Highest-signal resume keywords
  • Warehouse Experience
  • OSHA Certified Forklift Operator
  • Microsoft Office Proficiency
  • ERP Systems (SAP, ShopVue)
  • Attention to Detail
ATS Optimization Keywords
Hard Skills
  • Shipping and Receiving
  • Inventory Management
  • Forklift Operation
  • Basic Math Skills
  • Quality Control
  • Lean Principles
  • Cycle Counting
  • Data Accuracy
  • Product Staging
  • Documentation Processing
Soft Skills
  • Interpersonal Skills
  • Adaptability
  • Team Collaboration
  • Time Management
  • Communication Skills
Certifications & Qualifications
  • OSHA Forklift Certification
Industry Keywords
  • GMP
  • DOT Regulations
  • Lean Initiatives
  • Warehouse Safety
  • Shipping Documentation
Tools & Technologies
  • Material Handling Equipment
  • STERIS Operational Data Management System
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