Warehouse Utility-South Chicago Heights, IL

Utz Quality Foods, Inc; Bloom Township (IL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Employer 401k match

Profit sharing plan

Employee stock purchase plan

Job summary

Utz Quality Foods, Inc. seeks a Warehouse Utility associate at our South Chicago Heights, IL distribution center. You will support daily warehouse operations, manage inventory, and assist with deliveries to customers.

The role involves handling loads, shelving, and merchandising while maintaining safety and accuracy. Ideal candidates have a high school diploma and 2+ years warehouse experience, with ERP system familiarity (D365 preferred).

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 2+ years warehouse experience preferred.
• Experience with ERP systems (D365 preferred).

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily warehouse operations including opening/closing, organization and cleanliness.
• Receive, store, and organize product with accurate inventory control.
• Pick and build pallets for outbound shipments and ensure safety of stacks.
• Manage inventory using handheld devices and track orders and stock balances.
• Support merchandise in stores and maintain planograms.

Skills

Valid driver's license

ERP system experience

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

ERP systems (D365)

Microsoft Excel

Forklift / pallet jack

Job description

At Utz Quality Foods, we're more than just snacks, we're a team that values reliability, hard work, and a positive attitude. Our South Chicago Heights, IL Distribution Centeris seeking a Warehouse Utility associate to support our dynamic sales operations team. If you're passionate about warehouse operations, inventory management, and hands‑on merchandising, and thrive in a fast‑paced environment, this is a great opportunity to grow with a leading snack food brand known for excellence and innovation.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee daily warehouse operations including opening and closing, product rotation, organization, and cleanliness.
• Inspect, verify, and sign load tickets for Independent Operators and Distributors to ensure correct inventory.
• Receive, store, and organize product, keeping everything in excellent condition and accurately accounted for.
• Pick and build pallets for outbound shipments, making sure stacks are stable and safe for transport.
• Manage daily inventory using a hand-held computer and track orders, returns, and stock balances.
• Unload inbound trailers and verify trailer load accuracy.
• Cover open delivery routes when needed, driving a step van or box truck to deliver product to customers.
• Merchandise products in stores, maintaining planograms, rotating stock, and removing outdated items.
• Assist in training new warehouse team members and supporting month-end inventory counts.

Requirements:

• Valid driver's license and ability to safely operate a route sales delivery step van or box truck.
• Must be 21 years of age or older and able to obtain a DOT Medical Card.
• Ability to multitask and adapt to changing warehouse priorities.
• Experience working with ERP systems (D365 experience highly preferred).
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Basic math skills for inventory tracking and management.
• Ability to make independent decisions, particularly during promotional activity and merchandising needs.
• Forklift and/or pallet jack experience is a plus.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Outlook and Excel.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, pull, and move light to medium weight products and remain on your feet for extended periods.
• High school diploma or equivalent required (2+ years of warehouse experience preferred).

External Recruitment Process

• Easy Application (5 mins): Introduce yourself and answer a few key questions to get started.
• Engaging Chat Interview (20-25 mins): Share your experiences in an online chat, highlighting how your values align with ours.
• Live Interview: Selected candidates will meet with the hiring manager to explore their alignment with the team and overall Utz company culture.

Continuously Pursuing Excellence

Here at Utz, we have a passion for exciting and delighting consumers with delicious snack foods made from high quality ingredients. After over a century with a strong family heritage, our diverse portfolio of brands includes Utz, Zapp's, Boulder Canyon, and On the Border. Our associates are the reason for the success of this company, so it is important we provide a supportive, caring and inclusive environment that offers opportunities for career growth and advancement. We also help take care of our associates by providing benefits, resources, and programs that ensure they live their healthiest lives. Our full-time benefit package includes medical, dental, and vision plans, an employer match 401k, profit sharing plan, employee stock purchase plan and much more. Join our world class team and help us become the fastest growing pure-play U.S. snacking company of scale!

Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.