Warehouse General Worker II

AIT Worldwide Logistics; Palatine (IL); On-site; USD 22,041 - 30,307; Full time

Job summary

AIT Worldwide Logistics is seeking a warehouse associate to perform a wide range of manual duties including loading/unloading, data entry, and quality checks in a fast-paced environment at our Palatine facility.

You will lift up to 50 lbs, operate basic equipment, verify materials in a database, and support a safety‑oriented team focused on accuracy and timely shipping.

Qualifications

• Reading and writing English; knowledge of airport codes, destinations, and basic geography (medium proficiency).
• Strong typing and data entry skills (low proficiency).
• Detail oriented and able to work in a fast‑pace, high‑volume environment (medium proficiency).
• Strong organizational and time‑management skills (medium proficiency).
• Actively participates in safety policies, activities, and implementations (medium proficiency).
• Specialized computer knowledge (low proficiency).

Responsibilities

• Loads and unloads cartons / boxes of merchandise onto or off of trailers / trucks, which involves lifting cartons overhead.
• Determines where cartons need to be sorted and placed; stacks cartons / boxes onto pallets.
• Checks, verifies, and audits materials and enters data into a database to ensure correct material is received and not damaged.
• May operate power equipment to move merchandise.
• Lifts up to 50 lbs. on a continuous basis most of the working hours.
• Identifies and removes defective products.
• Puts freight away in designated areas.

Skills

Reading and writing English

Data entry

Detail oriented

Time management

Safety policies

Specialized computer knowledge

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Data entry software

Power equipment

Job description

Introduction

Join us at AIT, where we believe every day presents an opportunity to make a global impact! We’re problem solvers, driven by curiosity and creativity, in endless pursuit of solutions for our customers. Together, we champion the strength of our global teams and, as trusted advisors, we go above and beyond, working together in a supportive and collaborative environment to ensure customer satisfaction.

Through the company’s continued growth, we challenge ourselves to be better, continuously learning and growing in our dynamic environment. Helping others is at the core of our culture; join us in finding fulfillment by giving back to our local communities as the united team that is AIT.

Overview

Perform a wide variety of manual duties that involve physical labor.

Responsibilities

• Loads and unloads cartons / boxes of merchandise, materials, and product onto or off of trailers / trucks, which involves the ability to lift cartons overhead.
• Determine where cartons need to be sorted and placed; stacks cartons / boxes onto pallets.
• Checks, verifies, and audits materials and enters data into a database to ensure that correct material has been received and that material is as expected and not damaged or defective.
• May operate power equipment to move merchandise.
• Lifts up to 50 lbs. on a continuous basis most of the working hours.
• Identifies and removes defective products.
• Put freight away in designated areas.

Qualifications

Education Qualifications

• High School degree / GED or equivalent preferred.

Experience Qualifications

• 1+ years freight forwarding experience preferred.

Skills and Abilities

• Reading and writing English; knowledge of airport codes, destinations, and basic geography (medium proficiency).
• Strong typing and data entry skills (low proficiency).
• Detail oriented and able to work in a fast‑pace, high‑volume environment (medium proficiency).
• Strong organizational and time‑management skills (medium proficiency).
• Actively participates in safety policies, activities, and implementations (medium proficiency).
• Specialized computer knowledge (low proficiency).

Other Skills We Hope to See

• A team player who works well with others; being respectful to teammates is a core value.
• A strong work ethic with appreciation for ownership, independence, accountability, and autonomy in your role.
• Growth mindset – passion for your craft, always looking for ways to improve yourself and the company, openness to change, and doing things differently.
• Customer service focus – we serve a wide variety of customers, both internal and external, and building relationships is part of our culture.

Benefits

In addition to your base compensation, you may be eligible for a bonus based on achievement of business and/or individual performance metrics (dependent on position). Benefits offered include medical, prescription, health savings account, flexible spending accounts, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability, supplemental health, employee support, paid parental leave, pet insurance, 401(k), and tuition reimbursement. In addition, teammates may be eligible for up to 10 to 20 days of vacation (depending on tenure), 2 personal days, 1 floating holiday, 5 sick days, 5 volunteer hours, and 6 company holidays (plus Veterans Day for Veterans) annually.

About AIT Worldwide

AIT Worldwide Logistics is a global freight forwarder that helps companies grow by expanding access to markets all over the world where they can sell and/or procure their raw materials, components and finished goods. For more than 40 years, the Chicago‑based supply‑chain solutions leader has relied on a consultative approach to build a global network and trusted partnerships in nearly every industry, including aerospace, automotive, consumer retail, energy, food, government, high‑tech, industrial, life sciences and marine. Backed by scalable, user‑friendly technology, AIT’s flexible business model customizes door‑to‑door deliveries via sea, air, ground and rail—on time and on budget. With expert teammates staffing more than 150 worldwide locations in Asia, Europe and North America, AIT’s full‑service options also include customs clearance, warehouse management and white glove services.

AIT Worldwide Logistics is an Equal Opportunity Employer – M/F/Veterans/Disabled. If you are unable to apply online due to a disability, contact Human Resources at 630-766-8300 ext 5218.