Warehouse Associate, DC

International Executive Service Corps; Northlake (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the distribution sector is seeking a Warehouse Associate to join their team. The role involves daily warehouse tasks such as unloading shipments, operating machinery, and maintaining safety standards. With opportunities for professional development and a supportive culture, this position offers a chance to grow within a recognized brand. The company values diversity and provides a comprehensive benefits package, ensuring employees are well taken care of from day one.

Benefits

401K plan with premium 4% company match

Paid time off and holiday pay

Wellness program

Professional development & career advancement opportunities

Qualifications

• Previous warehouse experience preferred.
• Ability to lift or push 50-75lbs as required.

Responsibilities

• Daily warehouse work activities including unloading shipments.
• Safely operate forklift and perform safety checks.
• Regular warehouse audits for safety and cleanliness.

Skills

Customer Service

Flexibility

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift

Warehouse Management Systems

Job description

Ready to grow your career? Empire Today is seeking a Warehouse Associate to join our hardworking, Distribution Center (DC) team. The Warehouse Associate is responsible for completing daily, assigned warehouse tasks in a safe and efficient manner.

We offer:

• 401K plan with premium 4% company match.
• Paid time off and holiday pay.
• Wellness program.
• Professional development & career advancement opportunities.
• Lots of perks.

Responsibilities:

• Daily warehouse work activities, including (but not limited to):
  • Daily pre- and post-loadout preparation and activities.
  • Receive/unload shipments and verify for accuracy.
  • Cycle counts.
  • Picking/cutting/staging goods as needed.
  • Daily building cleanup and maintenance.
• Regular warehouse audits to ensure safety and cleanliness of all parts of the warehouse.
• Safely operate forklift and/or other warehouse machinery (requires certification).
• Perform and document machinery safety checks.
• Inventory counts.
• Proper completion of payroll activities.
• Successful and timely completion of all required training.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous warehouse experience preferred.
• Forklift operating experience preferred.
• Knowledge of warehouse management systems preferred.
• Ability to lift or push 50-75lbs as required.
• Commitment to customer service and maintaining an excellent attendance record.
• Flexibility to work overtime as needed.

Why You’ll Love Empire

• We empower our employees to strive for their unique goals. Within such an inclusive company with unlimited growth opportunities, how far you go is up to you.
• We take care of our people. We start investing in you from day one. The perks and benefits we offer help you live well, both at work and at home.
• We have an unmatched company culture. We’ve won multiple awards for employee and customer satisfaction, and we believe it all comes down to our culture of teamwork, creativity, and growth.
• We’re one of the nation’s most recognizable brands. You’ll enjoy the stability that comes with a national company and a sense of pride when you’re a part of our team.

Empire Today is an equal opportunity employer. We believe passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success. Base pay is one part of our total rewards package.Starting pay may vary based on a number of factors, including but not limited to position offered, location, and the individuals’ knowledge, skills and ability. By Submitting your resume and application information, you authorize Empire Today to transmit and store your information in the Empire Today group companies' world-wide recruitment database, and to circulate that information as necessary for the purpose of evaluating your qualifications for this or other job vacancies.By pressing apply and providing your telephone number and email address, you authorize Empire Today to contact you by email or telephone at the wireless or landline phone number provided using automated phone technology and/or text messaging. Message and data charges may apply. You may revoke consent at any time.