Warehouse Associate

The Position

Distribution Associate

Job Location

Bolingbrook, IL

Schedule

Monday- Friday, 8AM to 4:30PM

Salary

$17 an hour

Essential Functions:

• Perform all necessary warehouse duties such as receiving, processing and shipping of AKIRA inventory
• Receiving duties may include, but are not limited to unloading and accurately counting all incoming shipments, receiving items into the WMS system
• Processing duties may include, but are not limited to picking, sorting, censoring, scanning and packing of inventory
• Shipping duties may include, but are not limited to safely palletizing and assembling orders for freight shipments according to retail location
• Operate scanners/computers related to warehouse operations
• All other responsibilities as assigned by management

Qualifications:

• Safely operate in a warehouse environment, solid understanding of safety regulations
• Able to push, pull, lift 50 lbs continuously throughout the shift
• Stand/walk 10 hours a day
• Work efficiently as part of a team
• Be able to receive and give feedback effectively
• Working knowledge of computer programs for entering data
• Basic math and recording abilities

The Ideal Candidate Has/Is:

• Excellent organizational skills, keen eye for detail
• Great communication and interpersonal abilities
• Self-motivated with the ability to work in a team environment

Diversity & Inclusion:

At AKIRA we believe that treating everyone in a first-class manner is essential to fostering an inclusive environment that reflects our values and our community. This is deeply rooted in our company's principles, culture, and fashion. We continuously strive to cultivate a company where employees feel a sense of belonging and contribute to a culture that values differences, ideas, and experiences. Our unique workforce is directly linked to our success and makes us stronger collectively.

Benefits and Perks:

AKIRA offers competitive benefits for full time employees, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Pet, Life, LTD, FSA/HSA/Dependent Care FSA, Flex Transit (CTA), 401(k), and employee discount. We are committed to encouraging internal development and providing significant career enrichment opportunities. Most importantly, what has propelled AKIRA’s growth and success over the years has been the dynamic culture within the company - if you’re filled with passion, have a strong desire to get things done, and if you want to go to a place where you know your work matters and where you can implement your ideas and decisions, then AKIRA just might be the place for you.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $17.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 5x8
• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• warehouse: 1 year (Preferred)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Bolingbrook, IL 60440 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Bolingbrook, IL 60440: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person