Container Unloader (Lumper) – Contract
Bruin Xpress IncOverview Bruin Logistics runs a busy 3PL warehouse in Carol Stream that receives ocean containers every week. As a Container Unloader (Lumper), you’ll keep inbound freight moving: you unload containers, sort the product, and prepare pallets for the next stage of distribution. This is hands-on, contract-based work for people who work safely, steadily, and with attention to detail. Your impact: Accurate, safe unloading helps the warehouse process incoming goods quickly and keeps products moving to their next destination. Responsibilities Unload ocean containers by hand. Most are floor-loaded (cartons stacked, no pallets). Sort and stage cartons by SKU or shipment Build and wrap pallets Use an RF scanner and basic math to verify carton counts, and report any discrepancies Use a pallet jack to move finished pallets, only when trained and authorized Follow safety protocols for manual handling and heavy lifting, and site safety and security rules Skills Warehouse experience, material handling equipment operation, basic math skills, and the ability to follow safety procedures. Familiarity with warehouse management, inventory management, warehouse distribution, warehouse operations, and shipping and receiving is valuable. Experience with barcode scanning for logistics, order picking, load and unload tasks, and heavy equipment operation is preferred. Know before you apply Heavy, repetitive lifting Containers are hot in summer and the dock is cold in winter What we offer Pay per container. Typical earnings are $1,000–$1,500 per week, depending on how many jobs you take. Regular volume: around 40–50 containers per week. Jobs available at different times of day and on weekends Fast, simple payment Pay: $1,000.00 - $1,500.00 per week Work Location: In person