Warehouse Operator - 3rd Shift

WTL Wheatland Tube, LLC; Rochelle (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Bonus & profit-sharing

401(k) match

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Tuition assistance

Paid vacation and holidays

Employee loyalty awards

Job summary

Zekelman Industries in Rochelle, IL is seeking a Warehouse Associate to support operations by ensuring accurate order fulfillment, safe material handling, and efficient shipment processing. The ideal candidate has at least 2 years of warehouse experience, basic math skills, and the ability to use scanning tools.

You will operate forklifts, reach trucks, and other equipment in a fast-paced environment. We offer competitive pay at $22.50/hour plus incentives, plus benefits such as 401(k) with

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of warehouse experience; steel or tubing experience preferred.
• Basic math proficiency for accurate order processing.
• Clear communication to support cross-functional teamwork.
• Able to solve problems effectively in a warehouse setting.
• Strong attention to detail to ensure accuracy and quality.

Responsibilities

• Champions safe work practices in alignment with company policies and regulatory standards.
• Prepares materials, products, and equipment for shipment and distribution.
• Processes and fulfills orders for customers and internal teams.
• Picks, packs, and stages orders while verifying accuracy using scanning tools.
• Loads shipments onto flatbed trucks or LTL carriers.
• Receives, inspects, and processes incoming materials while reporting damages.
• Replenishes warehouse stock and rotates inventory using a reach truck or forklift.
• Operates forklifts, order pickers, reach trucks, and walkie rider pallet jacks to move materials efficiently.
• Standardizes and improves shipping and receiving procedures to enhance accuracy and efficiency.
• Performs additional warehouse duties as assigned.
• Maintains regular, full-time onsite attendance.

Skills

Warehouse experience

Math proficiency

Communication

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Tools

Forklift

Reach truck

Walkie pallet jack

Scanner tools

Job description

You may not know our name, but you know our products. What we make is part the places where we live, work and play – all day, everyday. Zekelman is a family of companies — 100% domestic manufacturers — with a legacy dating back to 1877. We’re proud to be the largest independent steel pipe and tube manufacturer in North America and the leading innovator in multi-family housing development. We believe in what we build and what we build, builds the world around us. Hospitals, hotels, schools, bridges, airports and more. Come build a career you believe in.

About the Role

The Warehouse Associate plays a key role in supporting warehouse operations at Zekelman Industries by ensuring accurate order fulfillment, safe material handling, and efficient shipment processing. The role contributes directly to operational flow by preparing materials, handling inbound and outbound shipments, and maintaining inventory accuracy. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, safety-focused, and effective in a fast-paced environment where accuracy and productivity are essential.

Shift: 3rd Pay: $22.50/hr + Incentive

What You’ll Do

• Champions safe work practices in alignment with company policies and regulatory standards.
• Prepares materials, products, and equipment for shipment and distribution.
• Processes and fulfills orders for customers and internal teams.
• Picks, packs, and stages orders while verifying accuracy using scanning tools.
• Loads shipments onto flatbed trucks or LTL carriers.
• Receives, inspects, and processes incoming materials while reporting damages.
• Replenishes warehouse stock and rotates inventory using a reach truck or forklift.
• Operates forklifts, order pickers, reach trucks, and walkie rider pallet jacks to move materials efficiently.
• Standardizes and improves shipping and receiving procedures to enhance accuracy and efficiency.
• Performs additional warehouse duties as assigned.
• Maintains regular, full-time onsite attendance.

Who You Are

• Brings a minimum of 2 years of warehouse experience; steel or tubing experience preferred.
• Demonstrates basic math proficiency for accurate order processing.
• Communicates effectively to support collaboration with cross-functional teams.
• Solve problems effectively in a warehouse environment.
• Maintains strong attention to detail to ensure accuracy and meet quality standards.

Physical Abilities

• Performs regular standing, walking, lifting, bending, and material-handling tasks.
• Operates warehouse equipment in a fast-paced environment.
• Works in conditions involving noise, moving equipment, and varying temperatures.

What You’ll Get

• Competitive compensation
• Bonus plan and profit-sharing opportunities
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Tuition assistance program
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Employee loyalty awards
• Compensation & Benefits

Below is the expected base hourly range for this position. This is a good-faith estimate, and offers will be determined based on experience, education, skill set, and interview performance.

Base Hourly Range: $22.50/hr + Incentive

Zekelman Industries offers competitive compensation and excellent benefits, including low-cost, high-quality medical and dental benefits. In addition, we have an amazing tuition assistance program, a bonus plan, a 401(k) plan with a generous company match, immediate vesting, and much more.

M/F/D/V

We are Zekelman Industries. We manufacture superior quality tubular and related products, and provide outstanding service for our valued customers. We seek to continuously advance the skills and opportunities of our employees, utilizing the latest technology and management tools available to consistently increase profitability and the enterprise value of Zekelman Industries and of our customers. Zekelman is a family of companies — 100% domestic manufacturers — with a legacy dating back to 1877. We’re proud to be the largest independent steel pipe and tube manufacturer in North America and the leading innovator in multi-family housing development.