Warehouse Coordinator

Greater-Chicago-Food-Depository; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

403(b) retirement plan

Paid time off

Parental leave

On-site gym

ThrivePass

Employee referral bonus

Job summary

Greater Chicago Food Depository in Chicago, IL is seeking a Warehouse Coordinator to support outbound warehouse execution, assist with pick sequencing, and maintain inventory accuracy through waste logs and replenishment activities. The role blends systems coordination with hands-on operation, including forklift use as needed.

The position requires strong attention to detail, ability to handle multiple priorities, and experience working with Inventory Control teams to ensure accurate stock and

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail in inventory documentation and order accuracy.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced warehouse.
• Familiarity with replenishment processes and substitution workflows.

Responsibilities

• Create and process outbound packing lists and picks according to plan.
• Support order picking and on-hand inventory control activities.
• Record damaged or discarded products to maintain accurate counts.
• Operate forklift and pallet jacks as needed to maintain workflow.
• Communicate issues to Warehouse Manager to prevent delays.

Skills

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking

Inventory control

Team coordination

Tools

Forklift operation

Warehouse management system

Pallet jack

Job description

Position SummaryThe Warehouse Coordinator supports daily outbound warehouse execution by supporting creating picks and separating orders based on management direction, assisting with the coordination of the pick sequence, maintaining inventory accuracy by entering waste in the waste journal in a timely manner, coordinating pallet substitutions with Inventory Control, correcting shorts and cuts and assisting with replenishment activities. This role functions as both a systems-based coordination position and a hands-on operational support role, including order selecting and forklift operation as needed to maintain workflow continuity.Key ResponsibilitiesOrder Processing & Picking SupportCreate the work lists employees use to pull products for customer orders after needed products have started being restocked.Print, organize, and hand out the paperwork employees need to fill customer orders, following management’s instructions.Help pull products for orders when extra support is needed because of staffing or workload.Record damaged, unusable, or discarded products in the waste log so inventory counts stay accurate.Restocking & Forklift SupportUse the warehouse action plan system to report discrepancies in product quantities or locations to manager.Verify that the pallets staged match the recorded location in the computer system.Identify when the system instructions do not match where products or pallets are actually placed.Communication & Team SupportTell the Warehouse Manager about any issues that could slow down or stop employees from filling orders.This position is expected to be replenishing/picking orders up to 50% of the time.Safety Rules & Safe Equipment UseFollow all warehouse safety rules and procedures.Use forklifts, pallet jacks, and other warehouse equipment safely and correctly.Take part in daily safety updates and report anything that could create a safety risk.QualificationsForklift certification (or ability to obtain certification upon hire).Strong attention to detail in inventory documentation and order accuracy.Ability to conduct multiple operational priorities simultaneously.Familiar with replenishment process.Familiarity with substitution workflows and inventory variance tracking.Experience working alongside Inventory Control teams.Physical RequirementsAbility to stand and walk for extended periods.Ability to lift up to 50 lbs repeatedly.Frequent bending, reaching, pushing, and pulling.Comfortable working in varying warehouse temperature zones.Benefits:Health, dental, and vision insurance coverageEmployer-paid life and disability insuranceEmployee Assistance Program403(b) retirement plan with employer contributionGenerous paid time offParental leaveOn-site gym$3,000 annual employer-paid ThrivePass lifestyle and wellness benefit program$250 employee referral bonus