Warehouse Team Member

Elk Grove Village, IL
Full Time
Entry Level
International Gourmet Foods, Inc. (IGF) services restaurants, gourmet markets, clubs, caterers, bakeries, country clubs, breweries, wineries, and hotels throughout the eastern United States. We are driven by strong corporate and community values and most importantly, by the employees who uphold them.

Job description
The Warehouse Associate is responsible for performing an array of duties that keep the warehouse running efficiently. This position requires an individual flexibility to ensure daily warehouse tasks are being completed safely and accurately. They must also be able to work independently and flexibly to complete daily tasks accurately and safely.

Duties and Responsibilities
1. Receive all incoming products from vendors
       a. Assist with vehicle and truck loading and unloading
       b. Log product quantity on dedicated and assigned paperwork
       c. Report missing/extra products received to supervisors and other designated personnel
       d. Strategically place items in the assigned warehouse locations/shelves
2. Move freight, stock, and other materials to and from storage areas, loading docks, delivery vehicles, and containers, by hand or by use of equipment, powered or otherwise
3. Record number of units handled or moved, using daily production sheets or work tickets
4. Check the condition, quality, and expiration dates (“wholesomeness”) of items
5. Perform inventory and cycle counts
6. Provide dependable, shift-long coverage of warehouse facilities to ensure order fulfilment operates efficiently for the duration of the shift
7. Operate and maintain computer, mobile workstations, and warehouse equipment in a safe, efficient manner in accordance with safety standards; report any malfunctions, insufficiencies, or necessary repair to a supervisor
8. Keep the warehouse and loading dock areas clean and free of debris
9. Interact with customers, drivers, and other employees politely and professionally
10. Accurately pull and check the correct items according to pulling, loading, and invoicing paperwork
11. Assist with and learn other warehouse duties as necessary
12. Perform other duties as assigned


Qualifications (Required)
  •  At least one year of related warehouse experience
  •  Experience with sorting, loading, and unloading food and non-food items
  •  Ability to read and understand invoices and other written materials
  •  Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume receiving/shipping environment
  •  Proactive, quick-thinking, problem-solving approach to work
  •  Strong attention to detail and solid written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
  •  Ability to build and maintain relationships across cross-functional teams, departments, and customer

Qualifications (Preferred)
  •  Related warehouse/distribution experience (3 to 5 years)
  •  Previous food distribution experience
  •  Experience with powered/motorized warehouse equipment
  •  Bilingual fluency (English and Spanish)

Physical Requirements
  •  Must be able to sustain prolonged periods of standing and walking
  •  Must be able to bend, lift (at least 55 lb.), stretch, and climb (including ladders)
  •  Must be able to work across temperature zones (dry/refrigerated/frozen)
  •  Requires bending, sitting, standing, walking, use of hands, arms, legs, eyes, and voice


Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
401K
Paid vacation and holiday
Company-paid life insurance
Short-term disability
Referral program
Employee discount
Health savings account
Employee assistance program



 
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