Logistics Warehouse Associate

Opportunity Description: Warehouse Associate Classification: Non-Exempt Reporting To: Warehouse Operations Manager Location: Elk Grove Village, IL 60007 Purpose of Role: Flat World Global Solutions is seeking a reliable Warehouse Associate to join our growing team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for supporting the safe, accurate, and efficient movement of customer freight within our 3PL warehouse environment. The position will involve receiving, picking, packing, staging, loading and inventory activities for domestic, import and export shipments. Attention to detail is extremely important due to the documentation and handling requirements associated with international freight. What’s in it for you? A competitive salary with a guaranteed 40 hours/week and some overtime during busy seasons Day shift position working eight (8) hours per day Excellent health benefits package including FREE dental coverage for employee (additional cost to add dependents) Profit sharing program Work – Life balance with above average PTO plan You’ll join an organization acknowledged as Top Place to Work for nine consecutive years from 2018 to 2026 Intentional Positive Uplifting Culture of Success Company matched 401K (fully vested after 1 year of employment) What you will be doing: Receive and unload inbound domestic and international shipments. Verify freight against bills of lading, packing lists, delivery documents, and other shipment records. Inspect freight for visible damage, shortages, overages, or other discrepancies. Accurately record received quantities, condition, lot numbers, serial numbers, or other required information. Label and place freight in designated warehouse locations. Promptly report damaged, missing, or incorrectly received freight to warehouse leadership. Pick and prepare customer orders accurately according to shipping instructions. Pack, palletize, wrap, label, and stage freight for shipment. Verify shipment quantities, destination information, labels, and documentation before release. Load trucks and containers safely while considering weight distribution, freight protection, and efficient use of space. Prepare freight for domestic and international transportation by air, ocean, truck, or other transportation modes. Assist with container loading and unloading as required. Handle import and export freight according to shipment instructions and established procedures. Maintain accurate shipment documentation and ensure paperwork remains with the appropriate freight. Verify shipping marks, carton counts, pallet counts, labels, and other shipment information. Work with operations personnel to resolve discrepancies before freight is released or shipped. Follow instructions related to bonded, international, or otherwise specially handled freight when applicable. Maintain shipment integrity and prevent unauthorized release or movement of customer freight. Perform inventory counts, cycle counts, and location audits as assigned. Maintain accurate inventory locations and promptly report discrepancies. Assist with researching missing or incorrectly located freight. Maintain organized staging, receiving, shipping, and storage areas. Follow customer-specific handling and storage requirements. Operate forklifts, pallet jacks, hand trucks, and other warehouse equipment when trained and authorized. Conduct required equipment inspections and report maintenance or safety concerns. Follow company safety procedures and use required personal protective equipment. Communicate shipment issues, delays, damages, or discrepancies promptly to leadership. Perform other duties as assigned Skills and Physical Requirements: Attention to detail is a MUST! Basic computer skills and experience using Word, Excel, Outlook and WMS systems, scanners or inventory systems required Ability to perform basic math and accurately count and verify freight Ability to lift and move objects up to 50 pounds Abillity to work around forklifts, tr…

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