Warehouse Specialist: Growth & Great Benefits

AIT Worldwide Logistics, Inc.; Chicago, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 37,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

27.5 holiday days per year

Pension plan

Online learning library

Employee well-being programs

Five volunteer hours per year

Deel discounts

Job summary

AIT Worldwide Logistics, Inc. is seeking a Warehouse Specialist in Chicago to efficiently process shipments, load/unload trucks, and manage freight with attention to safety and accuracy.

You will handle domestic and international freight, maintain organized storage, and ensure compliance with regulations. The role requires forklift operation capability, detail orientation, and teamwork in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Literacy and numeracy
• Previous warehouse experience
• Knowledge of air freight regulations desirable
• Reach / counterbalance truck experience/certification required
• Detail oriented in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Work effectively as part of a team
• Ability to understand and follow instructions
• Manual handling skills
• Able to operate computer and main software packages

Responsibilities

• Load and unload trucks
• Pull and stage outbound goods using loading manifest
• Check in/load out domestic and international freight
• Put freight away in designated areas
• Drive sit-down forklift (electrical or propane) in a safe and efficient manner
• Re-weigh freight / cargo as directed; basic math skills required
• Maintain a clean work environment and follow safety policies
• Able to use a computer and main software packages competently
• All other duties as required
• Execute all Dangerous Goods shipments in compliance with applicable laws
• Report unsafe conditions and contribute to a healthy work environment

Skills

Literacy

Warehouse experience

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Time management

Follow instructions

Computer literacy

Safety awareness

Tools

Forklift/Reach truck certification

Job description

AIT Worldwide Logistics, Inc. is seeking a Warehouse Specialist in Chicago to efficiently process shipments, load/unload trucks, and manage freight with attention to safety and accuracy.

You will handle domestic and international freight, maintain organized storage, and ensure compliance with regulations. The role requires forklift operation capability, detail orientation, and teamwork in a fast-paced environment.