Warehouse Associate

Warehouse Associate - Joliet, IL

6:30AM - 4PM SUNDAY-FRIDAY

$18/hr

*CONTRACT-TO-HIRE*

Job Description

The Warehouse Associate plays a key role in supporting efficient warehouse operations by accurately receiving, sorting, storing, and preparing materials and products for shipment. This position involves working closely with other team members to ensure orders are processed correctly, inventory is maintained, and the work area remains clean, safe, and organized. The role requires consistent attention to detail, adherence to established procedures and safety standards, and the ability to perform a variety of physical tasks in a fast-paced warehouse environment.

Responsibilities

• Move materials off trucks, pallets, or racks and prepare orders for shipment in an accurate and timely manner.
• Sort and segregate materials onto the correct pallet or designated locations based on item numbers and warehouse processes.
• Place labels on boxes, pallets, and other materials as instructed, ensuring proper identification and tracking.
• Wrap pallets using stretch wrap and other packaging supplies to secure products for storage and shipment.
• Put away product in designated warehouse locations, maintaining organized and efficient storage areas.
• Identify damage, loss, or surplus of materials and promptly communicate issues to appropriate team members.
• Utilize RF (Radio Frequency) scanners and related equipment to track product movement and update inventory records.
• Perform picking, packing, shipping, receiving, order picking, and general material handling tasks as needed.
• Operate pallet jacks and other basic warehouse equipment safely to move and organize inventory.
• Support warehouse inventory activities by assisting with counting, verifying, and recording stock levels.
• Keep the work environment clean and safe by following housekeeping standards and maintaining organized work areas.
• Follow quality service standards and comply with all procedures, rules, and regulations, including safety guidelines.
• Communicate and cooperate effectively with supervisors and coworkers to meet operational goals.
• Understand and follow written and verbal instructions related to daily tasks and warehouse procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support overall warehouse operations.

Essential Skills

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds on a regular basis.
• Ability to sit, stand, walk, kneel, bend, lift, push, and pull throughout the shift.
• Ability to work in typical warehouse temperatures and conditions.
• Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions.
• Strong attention to detail when sorting, labeling, picking, packing, and preparing orders.
• Ability to communicate clearly and cooperate with supervisors and coworkers.
• Experience with material handling tasks such as loading, unloading, and moving products.
• Ability to use RF scanner equipment to track product and update inventory.
• Capability to follow safety procedures and quality service standards consistently.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with picking, packing, packaging, and order picking in a warehouse environment.
• Experience in shipping and receiving operations, including preparing and processing outbound and inbound shipments.
• Experience as a material handler, including receiving, shipping, sorting, and storing materials.
• Familiarity with pallet jacks and basic warehouse equipment for moving and organizing inventory.
• Experience with warehouse inventory activities such as counting and verifying stock.
• Commitment to maintaining a clean and safe work environment.
• Ability to comply with established procedures, rules, and regulations, including safety policies.

Why Work Here?

Employees join a culture grounded in servant leadership, where teamwork and support are highly valued. The organization emphasizes a passion for excellence, encouraging individuals to take pride in the quality of their work and continuous improvement. Integrity and trust are core principles, creating an environment where people can rely on one another and feel confident in the standards that guide daily operations. Resilience is appreciated and fostered, helping employees navigate a fast-paced setting with confidence. There is an intense focus on safety, ensuring that every team member can work in a secure, well-managed environment.

Work Environment

The role is based in a new, very clean warehouse facility that supports modern material handling and inventory activities. Employees typically work a 6-day schedule, Sunday through Friday, from 6:30 AM to 4:00 PM, with the option to work an additional hour until 5:00 PM when available. This 6-day, 9-hour work schedule applies to all employees, including new hires, until further notice. The environment involves regular physical activity, including lifting up to 50 pounds, standing, walking, bending, and operating pallet jacks and RF scanners. The warehouse maintains typical industrial temperatures, and employees are expected to follow all safety procedures and maintain a clean, organized workspace. During peak season through October 3rd, each employee earns an additional $3 per hour, reflecting the increased activity and commitment to supporting high-volume operations.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Joliet, IL.

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $18.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Joliet,IL.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 28, 2026.

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.