Warehouse Associate

R&R Human Resources Solutions; Woodridge (IL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team at a leading distributor of commercial kitchen supplies! As a Warehouse Associate, you will play a vital role in ensuring efficient warehouse operations, from receiving and inspecting shipments to accurately picking and packing orders. This position offers a competitive compensation package and a supportive work environment where your contributions truly matter. If you are detail-oriented, energetic, and ready to take on daily maintenance tasks while ensuring safety and efficiency, this opportunity is perfect for you. Embrace the chance to grow in a company that values diversity and equal opportunities!

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

401(k) plan

Vacation time

Qualifications

• Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy in warehouse tasks.
• Must become forklift certified to operate warehouse equipment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct shipping, receiving, and order picking tasks accurately.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization in the warehouse.

Skills

Ability to read and comprehend instructions

Basic math skills (addition, subtraction)

Common sense understanding

Familiarity with Microsoft Office

Forklift certification

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Electric pallet jack

Electric order picker

Standard office machines

Job description

Cook’s Direct, Inc., located in Woodridge, Illinois, is a distributor and the reselling leader of commercial kitchen supplies and equipment for large volume foodservice operations. Our employees strive to provide the best products and most knowledgeable response to our customers.

We are seeking a detail-oriented, energetic Warehouse Associate, who will be responsible for safely and accurately conducting warehouse activities such as shipping, receiving, order picking and packing, and maintenance duties under the direction of the Warehouse supervisor.

Responsibilities:
Receiving

• Accept UPS/FedEx packages daily.
• Unload pallet shipments from common carriers.
• Receive, inspect and check in orders shipped.

Picking Orders

• Pick assigned orders accurately, using carts, stairs, pallet jacks, hand carts, electric order picker, electric reach truck, and electric pallet jack.
• Pack orders efficiently, using packing materials and boxes best suited for items being shipped.
• Palletize LTL orders, weigh, wrap and measure pallets.

Shipping

• Double-check accuracy of pick.
• Create UPS, USPS, and FedEx shipping labels.
• Build LTL shipments, create BOLs, and rate shop LTL rates.

Daily Maintenance Tasks

• Empty warehouse trash cans, breakdown boxes for recycling, sweep floors.

• Remove all empty pallets from the racks, cut flaps, remove loose wrap as needed.
• Clean break room and restock supplies in bathrooms.
• Keep walkways and aisles clear of obstructions, keep sidewalks shoveled and salted.
• Complete other general office maintenance tasks as directed by Warehouse Supervisor.

Skills/Requirements:

• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but simple written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Familiar with Microsoft Office and Windows software. Operating familiarity with standard office machines such as PC, calculators, printers, and copier.
• Must become forklift certified.
• High School diploma or equivalent.

Cook’s Direct Inc. provides a competitive compensation package, a great working environment, and a full line of competitive benefits including medical, dental, life, AD&D, LTD, 401(k), and vacation time. If you are interested, so are we. Please apply!

Cooks Direct is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to provide equal employment opportunities in all employment practices. We will honor your experiences, perspectives, and unique identity.