Warehouse Specialist - Weekend Outbound

ODP Business Sourcing; Carol Stream (IL); On-site; USD 29,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Paid time off

Employee discounts

Job summary

ODP Business Sourcing in Carol Stream, IL is seeking a Warehouse Specialist to support receiving, production, inventory control, and administration across the distribution center.

You will cross-train in departments, operate in a fast-paced setting, and promote a safe, collaborative work environment while helping train new hires and ensure SOPs are followed.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years warehouse, distribution, supply chain experience.
• Ability to communicate in English, both verbally and in writing.

Responsibilities

• Cross train in all departments and learn multiple distribution-related functions.
• Work in a fast-paced, metric-driven environment and communicate with leadership.
• Contribute to a safe, clean work environment and team spirit.
• Monitor production, identify barriers, and escalate issues.
• Support Lean initiatives and continuous improvement in distribution processes.
• Train new hires and retrain team members; ensure SOPs are followed.

Skills

Warehouse experience

Team training

Lean culture

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Warehouse management systems

Job description

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Location: 515 Kehoe Blvd, Carol Stream, IL, United States
Date Posted: Aug 26, 2026
Requisition Number: 104814

Pay: $21.00/hour + $1.00/hour shift differential

Overview

The purpose of the Warehouse Specialist is to maintain key department experience and knowledge that require unique skills and training as identified by management. These unique positions involve specific areas of experience and training within the facility such as receiving, production, inventory control and administration. Warehouse Specialists will be required to assist in the training of employees, conduct observations to ensure SOP adherence, support the roll out and training of new processes and procedures and assist in creating a culture of continuous improvement. The job also includes encouraging a team oriented, safe and clean working environment.

Primary Responsibilities

• Cross train in all departments as required, learning multiple jobs in distribution center to perform multiple distribution-related functions that allow, as the business requires, assignment across various functions. Assignment to other functional tasks may be done on a daily or less than daily basis
• Work in a fast-paced, metric-driven environment. Interact with leadership and work groups sharing information related to immediate tasks
• Actively contribute to and influence other associates in maintaining a safe, clean work environment and displaying a positive team spirit / attitude
• Assist in monitoring production and resolve production problems by identifying/locating barriers. Escalate difficult problems to the location leadership team
• Drive the Lean culture within the operation. Actively seek to support implementation of and contribute ideas / suggestions for continuous improvement to the distribution processes
• Train new hires and retrains team associates as required. Ensure SOP’s are rolled out and training completed
• Effective communicator in assigned role. May be asked to assist in communicating new processes and procedures. Train groups of associates as well as individual training
• Demonstrate a commitment to Office Depot core values

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent education preferred
• Minimum 3 years warehouse, distribution, supply chain experience

Other Information

• Ability to communicate, both verbally and in writing, using the English language
• Knowledge of warehouse management systems and equipment
• Basic math skills (counting, addition, subtraction, multiplication)
• Knowledge of the operation of a personal computer (PC)
• Knowledge of the operation of power/mobile equipment; may require additional training and/or certification on additional power equipment
• Ability to lift a minimum of 70 pounds regularly, up to 150 pounds infrequently
• Ability to push, pull, grasp, and fine manipulation of equipment using hands is ongoing throughout the work hours
• Walking on uneven surfaces possible, though infrequently
• Must be able to perform the duties performed by the associates they lead
• Basic level experience with Microsoft Word and Excel
• Ability to work a flexible schedule is a plus (start shift early and/or stay until the work is complete)
• Exhibited good job performance and behavior as measured through indicators such as teamwork, attendance, quality and productivity, etc.

About The ODPGroup

The ODPGroup, through its business entities ODP Business Solutions and Office Depot,is a leading provider of products,services, and technology solutionsthrough an integrated business-to-business (B2B) distribution platform and omnichannel presence, which includes world-class supply chain and distribution operations, dedicated sales professionals, online presence, and a network of Office Depot and OfficeMax retail stores.

Commitment to Safety

We are committed tomaintaininga safe and healthy work environment for ourCoworkers and our customers. AllCoworkers are expected to support our operational safety culture by working safely and addressing potential hazards or concerns.

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed byCoworkersassigned to this classification and are not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties and skillsrequired ofCoworkersso classified. Other duties may be assigned.

Pay, Benefits & Work Schedule

The salary range for this role is $21.00/hour to $21.00/hour, however all state and local minimum wages will be complied with, resulting in a possible adjustment to the salary range displayed. The company offers competitive salaries, a benefits package, which includes a401(k) and more, along with plenty of opportunities to move and grow within our organization!You may be eligible toparticipatein an incentive program, paidin accordance withthe IncentivePlanterms and conditions.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The company is committed toprovidingequal employment opportunities in all employment practices. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, age, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by law.

We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction recordspursuant totheCity & County of San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

Physical

• Medical Insurance/Prescription Drugs
• Vision Insurance
• Flu shots

Emotional

• Support Programs
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Work-Life

• Location Events & Activities
• Recognition & Rewards Programs
• Flexible Work Schedules
• Paid Holidays (as applicable by business unit)
• Paid Time Off (Full-Time Associates are eligible to receive up to 128 hours on a prorated basis in their first year of employment)
• Paid Parental Bonding
• Adoption Reimbursement
• Fertility Treatment Discounts
• 401(k) and Roth Savings Plans
• Savings Plan Employer Match
• HSA Employer Match
• Discount Center
• Employee & Dependent Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment
• Short & Long-Term Disability
• Enjoy more control over your pay schedule with DailyPay

At ODP Business Solutions, we offer our benefits around the 5 facets of Total Well-Being: Physical, Emotional, Work-Life, Financial, and Community. Here’s a look into what we offer:

Physical

• Flu Shots

Work-Life

• Part-Time Associates are eligible to receive up to 24 hours of paid time off on a prorated basis after their first year of employment
• 401 (k) and Roth Savings Plans
• Savings Plan Employer Match
• Discount Center
• Enjoy more control over your pay schedule with DailyPay