Warehouse Associate

C.H. Robinson; Plainfield (IN); On-site; USD 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with 6% company matching

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Paid holidays and floating holidays

Job summary

C.H. Robinson is seeking a Warehouse Associate in Plainfield, IN to support inbound/outbound operations, offload and load cargo, and ensure accurate documentation. The role emphasizes safety, reliability, and attention to detail to ensure timely delivery to customers.

Responsibilities include using forklifts, staging cargo, confirming Bills of Lading, and maintaining orderly warehouse operations. A high school diploma and flexibility in hours are preferred; prior warehouse experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old and physically capable.
• Able to stand/walk and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Pre-employment drug screen required.
• Flexibility in hours and days.

Responsibilities

• Receive goods by offloading/loading, check paperwork, weigh and report damages.
• Operate forklifts and hand jacks for palletization and wrapping.
• Load/unload trailers and containers with care to avoid damage.
• Prepare outbound loads, label, and handle ULD preparation.
• Sign Bills of Lading and verify counts and damages.
• Maintain warehouse flow and cleanliness; stage cargo safely.
• Use warehouse systems for booking and stock checks as needed.
• Assist with picking, packing, and inventory reporting per SOPs.

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety focus

Attention to detail

Paperwork accuracy

Education

High school diploma

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY

C.H. Robinson is seeking a Warehouse Associate to join our team and contribute to our commitment to excellence and unparalleled customer satisfaction. In this role, you will support vital operations tasks, ensuring seamless movement of inbound and outbound cargo from trailers or ocean containers within our warehouse. Your dependability, attention to detail, and safety focus will be crucial in ensuring the timely delivery of goods to our customers.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The duties and responsibilities of this position consists of, but is not limited to, the following:

• Receive goods from customers and suppliers by offloading and loading vehicles, checking paperwork, weighing, measuring, and reporting discrepancies or damages
• Operate stand-up, sit-down forklifts, and hand jacks for palletization, stretch wrapping, and banding of cargo
• Load and unload trailers/ocean containers in a professional and damage-free manner
• Prepare outbound loads by matching paperwork, labeling, and handling Unit Load Device (ULD) preparation
• Sign off Bills of Lading accurately, verifying counts and damages
• Maintain the flow of materials and products in warehouses with varying degrees
• Stage cargo within the warehouse safely and orderly while maintaining standards of cleanliness and organization
• Ensure proper warehouse organization through the use of warehouse booking-in sheets or Warehouse Management System (site specific)
• Handle logistics accounts, picking, packing, inventory reporting/stock checks as needed to achieve quality standards outlined in SOPs or customer requirements, including reworking, or recouping of freight
• Site Specific: Completion of weekly bond checks
• Site Specific: Execute Dock-to-Stock procedures and regulations at all times, maintaining building perimeter security and challenging anything or anyone untoward
• Site Specific: Handle bonded import freight into the External Temporary Storage (ERTS) facility in accordance with regulations and breakdown of inbound ULD’s as required

QUALIFICATIONS

Required:

• Must be at least 18 years old
• Possess good physical stamina and coordination.
  • Could be required to stand and/or walk for long periods daily while frequently bending, twisting, reaching, and periodically lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Applicants in a warehouse role must complete a pre-employment drug screen as part of a conditional job offer
• Site Specific: Ability to work flexible hours and/or days

Preferred:

• High school diploma or GED
• Previous warehouse / freight forwarder experience
• Familiarity with Bills of Lading, Shipping Manifests, Delivery Orders, etc.
• Site Specific: Ability to speak Spanish
• Values a diverse and inclusive work environment

Compensation Range

$14.84 - $21.89

The base pay range displayed on the job posting reflects the minimum and maximum base pay for this specific location. Your individual base pay within this range is determined by job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Compensation details listed in this posting reflect the base pay only and do not include additional variable compensation.

Questioning if you meet the mark? Studies have shown that some individuals may be less likely to apply unless they match the job description exactly. Here at C.H. Robinson, we’re building an inclusive workplace where all employees feel they belong. If this position excites you, we welcome you to apply whether you check all the preferred qualifications or just a few. You may just be our next great fit!

Equal Opportunity

C.H. Robinson is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to a workplace and performance culture that reflects the strengths of our worldwide marketplace. We value unique experiences and diverse backgrounds of our people within our company, our business relationships, and our communities. We’re committed to providing an inclusive environment, free from harassment and discrimination, where all employees feel welcomed, valued and respected.

EOE\Disabled\Veteran

Benefits

Your Health, Wealth and Self

Your total wellbeing is the foundation of our business, and our benefits support your financial, family and personal goals. We provide the top-tier benefits that matter to you most, including:

• Three medical plans which include

• • Prescription drug coverage

  • Enhanced Fertility benefits

• Flexible Spending Accounts

• Health Savings Account (including employer contribution)

• Dental and Vision

• Basic and Supplemental Life Insurance

• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

• Paid observed holidays

• 2 paid floating holidays for U.S. hourly employees

• Flexible Time Off (FTO) offered to U.S. salaried employees — no accruals and no caps. Paid Time Off (PTO) offered to all other employees in the U.S. and Canada

• Paid parental leave

• Paid time off to volunteer in your community

• Charitable Giving Match Program

• 401(k) with 6% company matching

• Employee Stock Purchase Plan

• Plus a broad range of career development, networking, and team-building opportunities

Learn more about our benefit offerings on ourBENEFITS & WELLBEINGpage