Warehouse Specialist

Fort Dearborn Enterprises, a Chicagoland industrial supplier located in Chicago IL, is looking for a Warehouse Specialist (Full-Time) at our 4419 S Tripp Ave location.

Major Tasks and Responsibilities

• Receives, counts and records shipment data into the system.
• Matches packing list information to actual packed merchandise.
• Prepares packages/merchandise for storage.
• Record receiving data using a computer.
• Pack, unpack, and mark stock items, using identification tag, stamp, or electronic marking tool or other labeling equipment.
• Identify incorrect/short shipped items and immediately notify supervisor.
• Deliver products, supplies, and equipment to other warehouses. May operate forklift or other machinery in order to complete tasks.
• Maintains condition of all work areas used (i.e. clean, organized and free of trash, products/inventory in the correct locations, etc.)
• Follows company safety policies and procedures and encourages other associates to do the same.

Nature and Scope

• Under general supervision, exercises some judgment in accordance with well-defined policies, procedures, techniques.
• Analyzing performance an employee in this role typically involves a review of output by a senior co-worker or supervisor.

Work Environment

• Ability to lift and carry up to and over 50 lbs in a physical work environment. Ability to stand for extended periods of time.
• Most work is done inside a warehouse, but with regular exposure to factors such as temperature extremes and dust, which may cause noticeable discomfort.

Preferred Qualifications

• Computer experience.
• Time management and organization skills.
• Ability to understand written material.
• Interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work with others in a group, cooperate with others, offer to help when needed, and foster a team climate within the group where members are committed to a common goal. (professional conduct, language, and behavior)
• Knowledge related to and/or experience with machinery and tools is a plus.
• Forklift: 1 year (Preferred)
• Relevant: 1 year (Preferred)
• Reach Truck: 1 year (Preferred)

License:

• Certified Forklift Operator (Preferred)

Job Duties:

• Perform proper forklift inspections and follow forklift operating guidelines and procedures
• Receive/process shipments
• Use common warehouse management software
• Follow current good warehousing practice
• General housekeeping duties in the warehouse or production area and duties as assigned
• Rotate floor stock
• Spot tractor trailers
• Keep production lines supplied with empty containers and packaging materials as needed
• Move and stack materials
• Load and unload trucks

Equipment Used:

• Forklift
• Pallet jack
• Dollies

This Company Describes Its Culture as:

• Detail-oriented -- quality and precision-focused
• Stable -- traditional, stable, strong processes
• Outcome-oriented -- results-focused with strong performance culture
• Team-oriented -- cooperative and collaborative

Benefits offered:

401K after 6 months of employment

This job will require you to pass a background check:

• Yes

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)

Experience level:

• 1 year

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person