Warehouse Specialist
$43,680–$43,680 year
On-siteCarol Stream, Illinois, United States
Job Summary
Cross train across all distribution center departments to perform multiple functions as business needs dictate, with assignments potentially changing daily. Monitor production, identify barriers, and escalate difficult problems to leadership while actively driving Lean culture and suggesting continuous improvement ideas. Train new hires and retrain team associates on SOPs, roll out new processes, and communicate updates to groups or individuals. Maintain a safe, clean work environment by observing associates for adherence to standards and fostering a positive team spirit. Assist in creating a culture of continuous improvement and support the implementation of new procedures.
Required Qualifications
- Minimum 3 years warehouse, distribution, supply chain experience
- Ability to lift a minimum of 70 pounds regularly, up to 150 pounds infrequently
- Ability to push, pull, grasp, and fine manipulation of equipment using hands is ongoing throughout the work hours
- Walking on uneven surfaces possible, though infrequently
- Must be able to perform the duties performed by the associates they lead
- Ability to work a flexible schedule is a plus (start shift early and/or stay until the work is complete)
Desired Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent education preferred
- Knowledge of warehouse management systems and equipment
- Basic math skills (counting, addition, subtraction, multiplication)
- Knowledge of the operation of a personal computer (PC)
- Knowledge of the operation of power/mobile equipment; may require additional training and/or certification on additional power equipment
- Basic level experience with Microsoft Word and Excel
- Ability to communicate, both verbally and in writing, using the English language
- Exhibited good job performance and behavior as measured through indicators such as teamwork, attendance, quality and productivity, etc.
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