Warehouse Associate

Poolcorp; North Chicago Township (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision, and Rx with F

Wellness Programs

401(k) with company match

13 days PTO + 8 holidays

100% employer paid Life Insurance

Long-Term Disability Insurance

Paid Parental Leave

Tuition reimbursement programs

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Employee Discounts

Job summary

POOLCORP is hiring for a forklift-operator/warehouse associate in the Chicago, IL area. You will accurately pull, fill, pack and set up orders for delivery or pickup, assist loading the delivery truck, and maintain inventory through audits.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, forklift experience, ability to lift up to 100 pounds, and the ability to follow instructions with minimal supervision. 18+ and prior warehousing experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Forklift experience required; certification preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 100 pounds and handle heavy objects.
• Ability to follow instructions with minimal supervision.
• Preferred: prior distribution/warehousing experience.

Responsibilities

• Accurately pulls, fills, packs and sets up orders for delivery or pickup.
• Assists in loading the delivery truck.
• Receives shipments, logs into inventory, maintains inventory through audits.
• Communicates positively with supervisors, sales staff, fellow workers and customers to coordinate deliveries/pick-up.
• Operates a forklift safely and efficiently, maintains required certification, performs vehicle safety checks and reports discrepancies to supervisor.
• Assists in keeping facility clean, neat, safe and operating efficiently.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Forklift experience

Heavy lifting up to 100 pounds

Instruction following

Distribution/warehousing experience

18 years or older

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Location & Pay

Location: Chicago North, IL - 678, 6418 West Howard Street, Niles, Illinois - 60714

Pay: $20- $22/ hour and up to $2,500 through our performance bonuses

Work Hours: Monday-Friday 8am-5pm

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug coverage with Flexible Spending Accounts and Wellness Programs


• 401 (k) with generous company match


• 13 days of paid time off (PTO) & 8 Paid Holidays (NOTE: PTO increases with tenure!)


• 100% employer paid Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability Insurance


• Paid Parental Leave


• Fully Funded Tuition Education Programs


• Bonus Programs that include Employee Recognition and Referrals, Summer Madness, and Annual Performance


• Employee Stock Purchase Plan


• Employee Discounts and much more!

What to Expect?

• Accurately pulls, fills, packs and sets up orders for delivery or pickup.


• Assists in loading the delivery truck.


• Receives shipments, logs into inventory, maintains inventory through audits.


• Communicates positively with supervisors, sales staff, fellow workers and customers to coordinate deliveries/pick-up.


• Operates a forklift safely and efficiently, maintains required certification, performs vehicle safety checks and reports discrepancies to supervisor.


• Assists in keeping facility clean, neat, safe and operating efficiently.


• Other duties as assigned.

What You Will Need

• High school diploma or GED.


• Ability to maneuver heavy objects, some weighing up to 100 pounds.


• Prior forklift experience.


• Follow and carry out instructions with minimal supervision.


• Prior experience in distribution, general labor or warehousing preferred.


• To be 18 years of age or older to apply.

Additional Information

Bilingual, Military, Military Spouses and Veteran applicants are strongly encouraged to apply! We understand the uniqueness of hiring military personnel and veterans and will support him/her in the time of duty or with the transition into new civilian professions.

At POOLCORP, we are committed to our employees’ success. Our comprehensive benefits program offers the flexibility of benefits that meet the needs of our employees and their families. Some of these benefits include medical, dental and vision care, company-paid life and long-term disability insurance, prescription drug coverage, flexible spending and health savings accounts, 401(k) with company match, employee stock purchase plan, and employee assistance and education reimbursement programs. These benefits can help build a foundation for the future while helping employees live a healthy lifestyle.

The compensation range for this position in IL is between $20.00 and $22.00 based on a full-time schedule. The actual pay may vary depending on your skills, qualifications and experience. Additionally, this position may be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commissions plans as well as relocation or cost of living adjustments.

The application window for this position is expected to close after 30 days of posting, but will remain open until filled. Your total compensation (pay, benefits, and bonuses) will be adjusted based upon your job classification, hours worked, and length of employment. Please note that benefits are subject to change. For more information about compensation and benefits, visit https://www.poolcorp.com/careers/compensation-benefits/

POOLCORP is the world’s leading independent distributor of swimming pool supplies, with an additional focus on irrigation, equipment, outdoor living and landscape products. At the core of our business, you will find Safety, Growth, Profitability and Employer of Choice. Our commitment focuses on providing exceptional value and promoting growth for our customer’s businesses, expanding opportunities for our employees, and increasing returns for our shareholders. At the heart of our success is our associates. We need talented employees at every level and anticipate even greater needs in the future! At POOLCORP, the pace is fast, the atmosphere is fun and the people are friendly. Every team member is encouraged to innovate, contribute ideas, and discover solutions as an important part of a world-class team. You’ll have the opportunity for your talent to be recognized and to grow.

POOLCORP is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, pregnancy, genetic information, creed, citizenship status, marital status or any other consideration prohibited by law or contract.

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