Location : Bensenville, IL

Schedule: Sunday-Thursday 6:00 PM – 3:00 AM

Status: Full Time (Non-Exempt)

Compensation: $18 per hour

JOB DESCRIPTION

Summary/Objective

The Receiving Associate is responsible for the receiving of merchandise, signing paperwork upon receipt, unloading or unpacking merchandise, and stocking shelves. He or she performs work in a manner that meets company standards for safety, security, and productivity.

Essential Functions

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Observes and learns the work process and pro-actively asks questions to ensure successful and timely execution of purchase orders.

• Accepts delivered packages and pallets by verification of incoming documentation.

• Using a handheld scanning device, count and inspect products and their corresponding details.

• Unload merchandise and mark products with identifying descriptions.

• Verifies new incoming products and pulls and reports such per Company guidelines.

• Organizes inbound shipments and merchandise according to direction provided by Management.

• Applies internal product labels accordingly on exterior packaging of goods.

• Separates products to be stocked and overstocked.

• Verifies that all details of received goods match that of purchase orders prior to stocking.

• Utilizes a handheld device to pick face replenishment based on the needs of the warehouse.

• Stores and systematically scans backstock into shelves or pallet racking.

• Reviews products for damaged goods and reports according to Standard Operating Procedures

• Other duties as assigned by Management

  Competencies

• Punctual and Present

• Strong Written and Verbal Communication Skills

• Organization Skills

• Team Oriented

• Diligence and Urgency

• Strong Attention to Detail

• Muti-Tasking and Problem-Solving Skills

  Supervisory Responsibility

  This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

  Work Environment

  This job operates in a warehouse environment where noise level can be loud. The employee is frequently exposed to fast moving carts and employees throughout the warehouse. Every employee must respect others by not swearing or playing loud music that could disturb others.

  Physical Demands

  The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

  While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. This position is very active and requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, climbing, reaching up and lifting. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. The employee must be able to lift and move items up to 60 pounds.

  Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

  This is a full-time position, 40 hours per week. Sunday through Thursday 6 PM to 3 AM.

  Travel

  No travel is expected for this position .

  Required Education and Experience

  A minimum of HS Diploma or GED and one year of factory- or warehouse-related experience. Ability to read and write English, follow verbal instructions and have basic math skills. Basic computer skills and Microsoft Office experience are required. Must be able to use warehouse equipment such as ladders, cutting tools, etc.

  Preferred Education and Experience

  Associate degree. Experience in operating forklifts. Experience with inventory management systems and ecommerce platforms.

  Additional Eligibility Qualifications

  None

  Work Authorization

  Must have legal authorization to work in the United States.

  What We Offer

• Annual Performance Review-Up to 3% at 90-day Review. Up to 8% at yearly review

• Annual Perfect Attendance gift card Ceremony

• Casual Work Environment

• Employee Assistance Program

• Employee Birthday Celebration with Gift Card Distribution

• Employee of the Month Celebration

• Generous Paid Time off Program

• Insurance Coverage which includes Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance

• Monthly Company Activities and Celebrations

• Monthly Manager Lunches

• Paid Holidays

• Potential for Advancement

• Spotlight Employee Recognition

• 401(k) with Employer Match

  Midwest Goods Inc. was founded in 2014 and is a wholesale distributor of vape and electronic cigarette products. We rely on meeting our ethical principles and maintaining our business integrity, as well as our approach to our business which we call Service Spirit, Team Spirit, and Spirit of Progress. In the spirit of service, we expect all of our employees to demonstrate professionalism, enthusiasm, integrity, and a welcoming attitude to our customers, vendors, and each other. Every day our employees combine their individual skills and contributions to achieve collective success.

  Our team spirit is based on a sense of shared purpose, communication, and mutual respect. Our business is to serve others and to continuously improve the services and products we provide. In the spirit of progress, we support and encourage all of our employees to shape their own future and to grow with the Company. We also encourage each employee to take the initiative and look for new, different, and innovative ways to better serve our customers and vendors.

  Midwest Distribution is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, seeking to create a welcoming and diverse environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to race; color; religion; genetic information; national origin; sex; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; age; disability; citizenship status; uniform service member status; or any other protected class under Federal, State, or local law.

  Midwest Distribution is committed to creating a workplace that inspires and enables our employees to be the best they can be so that we can grow as a company, team, and family. We believe diversity, equality, and inclusion is vital to driving our culture, sparking innovation, and achieving long-term success.

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