Warehouse Associate II - Nights

J.B. Hunt Transport, Inc.; Leyden Township (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefit

Dental benefit

Vision benefit

401(k) retirement plan

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

J.B. Hunt Transport, Inc. is hiring a Warehouse Associate II for night shifts in Franklin Park, IL.

The role supports secure inventory storage, materials handling, and accurate counts while operating forklifts and other equipment to move goods within the warehouse. Responsibilities include shipping/receiving, performing quality checks, and processing returns. Candidates should be 18+, able to work outdoors in varying weather, with forklift certification and OSHA familiarity.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old with up to 1 year of warehouse experience or military equivalent.
• Able to work outdoors and across multiple shifts including nights and/or weekends.
• High School Diploma/GED with 2-3 years of experience.
• Certified to drive a forklift and knowledgeable about OSHA standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare goods and materials for shipment with packing slips and perform basic inventory maintenance.
• Operate MHE such as forklifts, pallet jacks, and handcarts to load/unload and move goods.
• Ensure internal control procedures are followed, including dock door security and wheel chock use.
• Process stock requests, orders, and returns using inventory and billing systems.
• Check-ins/outs; verify order completeness and inspect for damage.
• Handle returns and ensure timely processing of goods to vendors.

Skills

Forklift certification

OSHA knowledge

Physical stamina

Multitasking

Shift flexibility

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Job Title: Warehouse Associate II - Nights

Department: Operations

Country: United States of America

State/Province: Illinois

City: Franklin Park

Full/Part Time: Full time

Job Summary: Under routine supervision, this position is responsible for assisting in the maintenance of secure inventory storage and control of materials and into/out of the warehouse. Performs duties associated with storage, shipping, receiving, and physical counts of the assets to verify integrity. This position will operate equipment to assist with the movement of goods within the warehouse. The incumbent must be able to work any shift to satisfy the demand for flexibility in scheduling to ensure operational success. This includes but is not limited to, day shifts, night shifts, and weekend shifts.

Job Description:

Schedule: Friday - Monday 2:30pm - 1:00am

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare goods and materials to be shipped along with their corresponding packing slips; perform basic inventory maintenance
• Use lifting devices under, over, or around loaded pallets, skids, or boxes and secure material or products for transport to designated areas
• Ensure compliance with established internal control procedures (e.g. dock doors are locked, wheel chocks utilization)
• Process material stock requests, orders, and returns using inventory and billing systems necessary for installation
• Operate Material Handling Equipment (MHE), such as forklifts, pallet jacks, and handcarts, to load and unload vehicles; Move levers or controls that operate lifting devices, such as forklifts, lift beams with swivel-hooks, hoists, or elevating platforms, to load, unload, transport, or stack material within and outside designated areas
• Handle defective, discontinued, or recalled goods; destroy returned goods as appropriate
• Perform check-ins and check-outs; verify order completeness and inspect for damage
• Review the daily processing of goods received as returns and the return of goods to vendors; ensure the timely and accurate processing of all returns
• Receive, issue, and store supplies and equipment; process customer turn-ins; inspect, verify, and count supplies and equipment for accuracy, overall condition, and accountability

Qualifications:

• 18+ years of age with up to 1 year of experience in a warehouse setting and/or military equivalent experience
• Ability to work outdoors, in the elements, or across multiple shifts including nights and/or weekends if needed
• High School Diploma/GED with 2-3 years of experience
• Certified to drive a forklift
• OSHA knowledge
• Ability to fulfill physical requirements (lift/move appliance up to 100 pounds)
• Ability to wear appropriate work attire (bump cap, footwear, gloves, safety vests)
• Willingness to work flexible workdays and hours
• Ability to multitask

The expected starting pay range for this position is between $17.90 - $22.35 per hour.

Compensation:

Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include skills, education, experience, geography, and other qualifications of the successful candidate. This position may be eligible for annual bonus and incentives based on profitability or volumes in accordance with the terms of the Company’s bonus and incentive plans, as applicable and in effect from time to time.

Benefits:

• medical benefit
• dental benefit
• vision benefit
• 401(k) retirement plan
• life insurance
• short-term and long-term disability coverage
• paid time off commensurate with tenure (includes vacation and sick time)
• six weeks of paid maternity leave along with two weeks of paid parental leave
• six paid holidays annually

Education: GED, High School

Work Experience: Distribution/Material Handling

Job Opening ID: 00648606

This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Both J.B. Hunt Transport, Inc. and Hunt Mexicana S.A. de C.V. are equal employment opportunity employers without regard to any characteristic protected under applicable law, including veterans and disability.

Better benefits, clear career paths and a people-first culture, because we are Driven for You. Headquartered in Northwest Arkansas, J.B. Hunt is a dominant force in transportation and logistics, offering exciting career opportunities both at corporate and at field locations across the country. There are a variety of job types that support our business, so no matter your passion, J.B. Hunt is the place to jumpstart your career.

Why J.B. Hunt?

We are a leading transportation and logistics company for one simple reason - our people. The career possibilities and benefits of working at J.B. Hunt Transport. Inc. or Hunt Mexicana S.A. de C.V. are endless. From competitive salary and benefits packages, to defined career paths and growth opportunities, we take care of our people and take great pride in our efforts to build and sustain an inclusive workplace for all employees.

What are we looking for?

We welcomes high-energy, forward-thinking people of all backgrounds and experience levels to join our teams. We offer full-time, entry level, professional and management opportunities across all departments. Whether you are fresh out of school or bring years of industry experience, a role with us could take your career to the next level. J.B. Hunt is proud to serve individuals of all abilities.