Warehouse Operator I

800 Hellmann Worldwide Logistics, Inc.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and welfare programs

401(k) retirement savings plan

Tuition assistance

Incentive compensation

Job summary

Hellmann Worldwide Logistics, Inc. is hiring a Warehouse Operator I in Chicago to perform physical movement of products and maintain shipping documents. You will handle cartons, pallets, and materials, ensuring accuracy and safety in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, with 6 months’ warehouse experience preferred. You will work with various warehouse tools and a handheld device, and overtime may be required to meet deadlines.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED or equivalent experience.
• Six months of warehouse shipping/receiving/inventory experience preferred.
• Knowledge of various warehouse tools and equipment is preferred.
• Basic proficiency in operating a warehouse handheld device.

Responsibilities

• Move products and materials between locations.
• Maintain labels and shipping documents accurately.
• Handle cartons, pallets and materials while avoiding damage and injury.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Work overtime hours and some weekends as needed.
• Strive for customer satisfaction and continuous improvement.

Skills

Attention to detail

English comprehension

Overtime willingness

Reading instructions

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Warehouse tools

Hand-held device

Job description

About Us

Ready to rock the future with us? At Hellmann we put our people at the heart of everything we do, because for us, relationship matters. Joining us does not just mean becoming part of a global company. It is an invitation to shape the future of the logistics industry together with us. Our Hellmann culture is based on our four values: Caring, Entrepreneurial, Forward-Thinking and Reliable. These values resonate with yours? Then become part of our FAMILY that consists of around 10.000 employees in more than 200 locations worldwide. For the better. Together.

This position has a base compensation range of $20.00 to $25.00.

In addition to this base compensation, you'll benefit from our competitive health and welfare programs, a 401(k)-retirement savings plan, opportunities for tuition assistance, and incentive compensation for eligible positions.

Salary determination considers your skills, experience, job location, internal pay equity and job architecture. Hellmann Worldwide Logistics regularly reviews our pay ranges against industry standards to ensure fairness.

Warehouse Operator I

The Warehouse Operator I performs the physical movement of products and materials from one location to another. This position is also responsible for accurately maintaining labels and shipping documents.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Handling cartons, pallets and materials while taking measures to avoid damage and injury
• Labeling, stenciling and writing on cartons and documents
• Selecting, organizing, sorting and segregating cartons, pallets and materials
• Cutting, knocking down and disposing of cardboard boxes
• Maintaining a clean, organized, and safe work environment
• Performing tasks safely, accurately and steadily within the allotted time frame
• Striving for 100% internal and external customer satisfaction
• Striving for continuous improvement
• Perform other duties as assigned

Note: Due to business necessity or in the event a facility is a shared CL and freight forwarding (FF) location, the employee may also be required to perform the duties and responsibilities listed in the contract logistics Warehouse Operator job description.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

This position does not supervise any direct reports.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and ability required.

EDUCATION, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED), or equivalent combination of education and work experience will be considered in lieu of educational requirement
• Six (6) months experience working in a warehouse shipping, receiving, inventory handling environment preferred
• Working knowledge of various warehouse tools and equipment preferred
• Basic proficiency in operating a warehouse hand-held device

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ATTRIBUTES

• Attention to detail
• Ability to read and comprehend instructions, and interpret standard operating procedures and customer requirements in English
• Ability to read, comprehend and complete basic checklists, forms or other related documents typically found in a warehouse environment
• Ability to read, comprehend and follow safety policies and procedures
• Basic math skills including addition, subtraction, multiplication and division and knowledge of calculator use
• Willingness to work overtime hours and some weekends

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Stand, stoop, kneel, sit, crawl and walk for extended periods of time
• Push and pull loaded carts, pallet jacks and strollers
• Lift and carry cartons, materials and wooden pallets at a minimum of 25 pounds
• Use arms, hands, fingers and body to transport cartons, materials and wooden pallets
• Use of senses to include hearing, talking, touching, feeling and vision. Specific vision abilities required include seeing clearly in both near and far distances
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to accommodate individuals with disabilities to perform this job

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Working inside and outside of a warehousing and distribution facility
• Working inside and outside of trailers and containers
• Working around electrical or battery driven packaging machines and conveyors with moving parts
• Working around moving objects and vehicles
• Exposure to dampness, humidity and ambient temperatures
• Working in dark trailers, aisles or walkways until proper lighting is employed
• Slippery, wet or uneven surfaces.
• Use various manual material handling devices to include forklifts, dollies, and pallet jacks.

Inclusion and Social Diversity

Inclusion and social diversity are firmly anchored values in our corporate culture. Regardless of gender, age, any disabilities, religion, ethnic origin or sexual identity: We are looking forward to meeting you! If you are excited by this fantastic opportunity and have what it takes, we are a family business for over 150 years. All these years we have relied on our exceptional people in the global Hellmann FAMILY and their unmatched passion and energy to serve our customers. Our company culture, the Hellmann Promise, is the essence of who we are, driving us to achieve greatness and fostering a sense of belonging that empowers you to thrive! Our Promise does not only include a mission, our values and leadership principles, but also our vision "For the better. Together." It manifests our unique Hellmann culture as the foundation for all our actions and decisions. You will find a diverse and inclusive culture, where you are embraced and respected for who you are. We want you to feel valued, supported, and inspired. You did not find the right position for you? Join our Talent Community and we'll get in touch if there's a role that could be a good fit for you.