Warehouse Specialist Days (56825)

American Furniture Rentals; Woodridge (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

American Furniture Rental is seeking a Warehouse Specialist to handle inbound and outbound merchandise at our Woodridge, IL facility. The role operates on 1st shift with occasional overtime, ensuring accurate inventory through RF scanning and NAV system checks.

Responsibilities include loading/unloading, paperwork verification, inventory staging, and safe handling of products up to 75 pounds. A high school diploma and forklift certification are required, with a drug test as part of

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• No experience required but prior warehouse experience will be considered.
• Forklift license, certified by AFR.
• Stand/walk 90% of the time; lift/carry up to 75 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Unload/Load trucks using an RF scanning device.
• Verify paperwork against NAV inventory system.
• Post all collections and deliveries.
• Stage merchandise for shipment and inventory prep.
• Operate forklift and hand trucks following safety guidelines.

Skills

Communication skills

Time management

Organization

Education

High school diploma

Tools

RF scanner

Forklift

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: Chicago 600 - Woodridge, IL 60517, Position Type: Full Time, Education Level: High School, Salary Range: $18.00 - $19.00 Hourly, Job Category: Warehouse, American Furniture Rental (AFR) is looking a for an Warehouse worker for our warehouse in Woodridge, IL 60517

Have a clean background and able to pass pre-employment drug test(12panel)

American Furniture Rentals, we pride ourselves on delivering exceptional service and high-quality furniture solutions to our customers. With over 45 years of industry experience, 30 strategic locations across the US. We believe in fostering a positive and engaging workplace where our team members can grow and succeed.

The Warehouse Specialist is responsible for performing all duties related to incoming and outgoing merchandise at AFR’s warehouse. The specialist will work 1st shift with occasional overtime when needed according to location and business needs.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Unload/Load trucks using an RF scanning device.
• Compare paperwork to NAV inventory system.
• Check NAV to ensure all Inventory has been scanned according to Order paperwork.
• Post all collections and deliveries.
• Confirm all paperwork and pickups via Logistics Dashboard.
• Touch Up and reclass merchandise in warehouse using appropriate product protection.
• Lift, carry and place products into and take out of racks.
• Inspect merchandise for any damage or breakage prior to shipment or warehouse storage.
• Record all merchandise discrepancies on appropriate paperwork and report to Management.
• Complete inventory preparation for warehouse stock.
• Stage merchandise to prepare for shipment as needed.
• Fill customer order in accordance with Pick Tickets, complete appropriate paperwork, and place a copy with the merchandise for shipment.
• Scan all orders and print pre-shipment paperwork as appropriate.
• Operate forklift, palette jack and hand trucks following all safety guidelines.
• Always maintain a neat and orderly workplace.
• All warehouse personnel are required to sweep up and remove / dispose of debris.
• Follow safety procedures in accordance with training and report any dangerous conditions to management immediately.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications: EDUCATION:

• High school diploma or equivalent.

EXPERIENCE:

• No experience is required but prior warehouse experience will be considered.

CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSES:

• Forklift license, certified by AFR.

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL QUALIFICATIONS:

• This job will require the employee to stand and walk 90% of the time.
• Ability to perform simple tasks, rational thinking and numerical calculations is required.
• This job will require lifting and/or moving objects up to 75 pounds, climbing stairs, bending, crouching, and being physically active for extended periods of time.

ADDITIONAL SKILLS/REQUIREMENTS:

• Good oral, written and reading communication skills.
• Time Management with excellent Organization and planning skills.
• Available to work overtime, holidays, and weekends as needed.

Diversity ensures the success of our careers, and our lives. AMERICAN FURNITURE RENTAL, INC. is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.