Warehouse Associate

Kuna-Food-Service; Dupo (IL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with 6% match

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Short/Long term disability

Life insurance

Paid time off

Employee discount

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Kuna-Food-Service seeks a reliable Warehouse Associate to join our Illinois facility in Dupo. You will accurately sort, stock, and inspect freight, operate warehouse equipment, and follow safety procedures to keep operations smooth.

The role requires reading and writing English, basic math, and the ability to work in cold environments. Overtime may be required; previous forklift certification is a plus. Join a team that values accuracy and efficient storage solutions.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED or equivalent.
• Must be able to read, write and communicate in English.
• Basic math skills required.
• Must be able to work in a variety of temperatures (-10 to 55+ degrees).

Responsibilities

• Efficiently sort, handle, and stock freight.
• Follow safety policies and procedures per company guidelines.
• Inspect items for damage and perform temperature/quality checks.
• Operate equipment and prepare supplies for operations.
• Complete necessary paperwork at shift end and maintain a safe work area.

Skills

English literacy

Basic math

Problem solving

Overtime capable

Temperature resilience

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift certification

Job description

Job Title : Warehouse AssociateFLSA Status: Non-Exempt (Hourly)Pay Range: $19.00 - $22.00Department: WarehouseReports To: Warehouse SupervisorEssential Functions:Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Efficiently sort, handle, and stock freight.Meets required productivity and accuracy standards.Follows all preferred work methods, safety policies and procedures per company guidelines.Ensures the work area is safe and reports any unsafe conditions and/or acts immediately.Obtain supplies required to perform the work and prepare for operations.Puts on all required Personal Protective Equipment and Safety Gear.Works from receiving sheets, computer print-out, established procedures and practices, written and/or verbal instructions. Inspects items for damage, perform temperature and quality checks and take appropriate action as needed.Performs general housekeeping duties in work area as needed.Secures all equipment and complete all necessary paperwork at the end of the shift.Performs other related duties as assigned.Qualifications:Must be able to be certified on all equipment used on shift by Kuna Foodservice.Must be at least 18 years of age.Must be able to read, write and communicate in English.Must have sufficient reasoning capabilities to solve practical problems (Ex.: Is product commercially acceptable? Is this the product the customer ordered?)Must have basic math skills.Must be able to work in a variety of temperatures. (From -10 to 55+ degrees)Must be able to work overtime, as required.Other Duties: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.Work Environment:This position works in a warehouse setting, with routine exposure to extreme temperatures (to -10 degrees) during the workday. This role routinely uses standard warehouse equipment such as riding forklifts, stand up forklift, hand truck, pallet jacks and box cutters.Physical Demands:Continuously during the workday:Grasps and/or manipulates objects by quickly moving on hand, a hand and arm together or two handsLift / Push Carry 51 to 100 lbs.Bend / Stoop / Twist / KneelBalance / Ride on Stand-up pallet jackFrequently during the workday:Lift / Push / Carry 0 to 50 lbs.Reach / Lift above the shoulder 0 to 50 lbs.Input data on hand-held deviceRequired Education and Experience:High school diploma or GED, or equivalent years of experience.Basic math skillsPreferred Education and Experience:One year warehouse experiencePrevious forklift certificationBenefits:401k with 6% matchHealth insuranceDental insuranceVision insuranceShort and Long term disabilityLife insurancePaid time offEmployee discountEmployee assistance program