Warehouse Specialist

QPS Employment Group; Loves Park (IL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

QPS Employment Group in Loves Park, IL is hiring a Warehouse Specialist for the 1st shift at $21.00/hour. This role emphasizes accurate picking/packing, inventory checks, and compliant documentation, with training provided for Netsuite.

The job involves operating a sit-down forklift, coordinating with FedEx/UPS, and progressing into local delivery driving to nearby Wisconsin border locations within daytime hours. A fast-paced environment requires attention to detail and dependable teamwork.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in shipping and receiving roles.
• Proven experience managing shipping software and computer systems, including carrier software.
• Prior or current Sit-down Forklift certification and hands-on sit-down forklift operating experience.
• Knowledge of FedEx and UPS shipping systems.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Must have ability to read and interpret measurements and intake paperwork.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to adapt in a fast-paced environment
• Must be able to follow company's attendance policy.
• Must be able to communicate professionally and work well with a team.
• Must be able to recognize priorities, and complete tasks within required deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Carefully pick and pack parts according to customer orders, ensuring each item is correctly counted, labeled and securely packaged to prevent damage during transit.
• Conduct regular inventory counts to maintain accurate stock levels and report any discrepancies to supervisors.
• Inspect products for accuracy, quality, and condition prior to packing. Report any damaged, defective, or unsuitable items for further action.
• Learn how to accurately process shipping and receiving tasks, including verifying intake paperwork and ensuring correct documentation.
• Use shipping system software, such as Netsuite (training provided), to manage shipments, track inventory, and generate reports.
• Prepare and package items according to specifications, reading measurements and following instructions carefully.
• Coordinate with couriers like FedEx and UPS, utilizing their systems to schedule pickups and track shipments.
• Troubleshoot and resolve shipping/receiving issues promptly, applying problem-solving skills to maintain smooth operations.
• Maintain organized records of incoming and outgoing shipments, ensuring accuracy and accountability.
• Progress into delivery driving. Will drive a standard box truck.
• Promptly and safely deliver orders locally and to nearby Wisconsin border locations. Within work hours, no long hauls or overnight driving.

Skills

Shipping and receiving

Attention to detail

Reading measurements

Team communication

Problem-solving

Attendance discipline

Tools

Netsuite

Job description

Position Title: Warehouse Specialist Wage: $21.00 per hour Shift: 1st Hours: 7:00am-3:30pm (Mon-Fri)

QPS Employment Group has a great Warehouse Specialist position available at a company in Loves Park, IL. This is a 1st shift position with the opportunity for hire.

Warehouse Specialist Responsibilities

• Carefully pick and pack parts according to customer orders, ensuring each item is correctly counted, labeled and securely packaged to prevent damage during transit.
• Conduct regular inventory counts to maintain accurate stock levels and report any discrepancies to supervisors.
• Inspect products for accuracy, quality, and condition prior to packing. Report any damaged, defective, or unsuitable items for further action.
• Learn how to accurately process shipping and receiving tasks, including verifying intake paperwork and ensuring correct documentation.
• Use shipping system software, such as Netsuite (training provided), to manage shipments, track inventory, and generate reports.
• Prepare and package items according to specifications, reading measurements and following instructions carefully.
• Coordinate with couriers like FedEx and UPS, utilizing their systems to schedule pickups and track shipments.
• Troubleshoot and resolve shipping/receiving issues promptly, applying problem-solving skills to maintain smooth operations.
• Maintain organized records of incoming and outgoing shipments, ensuring accuracy and accountability.
• Progress into delivery driving. Will drive a standard box truck.
• Promptly and safely deliver orders locally and to nearby Wisconsin border locations. Within work hours, no long hauls or overnight driving.

Warehouse Specialist Requirements

• Proven experience in shipping and receiving roles.
• Proven experience managing shipping software and computer systems, including carrier software.
• Prior or current Sit-down Forklift certification and hands-on sit-down forklift operating experience. Must be proficient in sit-down forklift, no training is provided.
• Knowledge of FedEx and UPS shipping systems.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Must have ability to read and interpret measurements and intake paperwork.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to adapt in a fast-paced environment
• Must be able to follow company's attendance policy.
• Must be able to communicate professionally and work well with a team.
• Must be able to recognize priorities, and complete tasks within required deadlines.

About us

QPS Employment Group is a full-service staffing firm comprised of dedicated and passionate people with over 50 offices throughout the United States. We place great people with great companies in industrial, skilled trades, administrative, manufacturing, general labor and professional employment. Hiring immediately!

Equal Opportunity

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.