Warehouse Associate — Growth, Flex Hours & Benefits

C.H. Robinson Worldwide; Des Plaines (IL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

Dental and Vision

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Job summary

C.H. Robinson Worldwide is hiring a Warehouse Associate in Des Plaines, IL to support inbound/outbound cargo movement within the warehouse. You will operate forklifts, load/unload shipments, manage paperwork, and ensure accuracy and safety throughout all tasks.

The role requires physical stamina, ability to lift up to 50 lbs, and flexibility with shifts. A pre-employment drug screen is required, and experience with Bills of Lading and WMS is a plus.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, twist and lift up to 50 lbs regularly.
• Pre-employment drug screen may be required.
• Must be able to work flexible hours/days.

Responsibilities

• Receive goods from customers and suppliers by offloading and loading vehicles, checking paperwork, weighing and reporting discrepancies.
• Operate stand-up and sit-down forklifts, pallets handling, stretch wrapping and banding.
• Load and unload trailers/ocean containers in a professional and damage-free manner.
• Prepare outbound loads with paperwork labeling and Unit Load Device (ULD) prep.
• Sign off Bills of Lading and verify counts and damages.
• Maintain warehouse organization and cleanliness; stage cargo safely.
• Use Warehouse Management System for bookings and stock checks as required.

Skills

Forklift operation

Physical stamina

Safety awareness

Flexibility to work various hours

Bilingual (Spanish) preferred

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Warehouse Management System (WMS)

Job description

C.H. Robinson Worldwide is hiring a Warehouse Associate in Des Plaines, IL to support inbound/outbound cargo movement within the warehouse. You will operate forklifts, load/unload shipments, manage paperwork, and ensure accuracy and safety throughout all tasks.

The role requires physical stamina, ability to lift up to 50 lbs, and flexibility with shifts. A pre-employment drug screen is required, and experience with Bills of Lading and WMS is a plus.