Warehouse Associate-2nd Shift, Monday- Thursday bei Harbor Freight Tools

The Warehouse Associate is responsible for the accurate and timely handling of incoming and outgoing stock.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Receive, place and load incoming/outgoing stock which requires lifting and carrying items weighing up to 50lbs unassisted (maximum), 51+lbs assisted on an intermittent basis for up to twelve hours per day            
• Verify receiving/shipping documents and accurate product counts       
• Operate packaging and material movement equipment    
• Additional duties as assigned by manager

Scope

• Staff supervision and development:  No
• Decision making
• Travel:  Up to 5%
• Flex Designation:  DC Based

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Joliet

Education and Experience

Education Requirements

• High School or GED            

Years of Experience

• Experience in warehouse environment preferred

Skills

• Education and/or Experience - High school diploma/GED equivalent
• Experience in warehouse environment preferred
• Understand product description, SKU and PO numbers
• Basic mathematic skills to include an understanding of geometry in order to build stable pallets
• Reading comprehension and ability to communicate in writing
• Experience (Required) -
• Skills (Required) -
• Skills (Preferred / Desired) -
• Additional Qualifications (behavioral traits, certifications, etc.) -

Physical Requirements

• Standing, walking, climbing, bending, squatting, kneeling, twisting, and reaching heights on an intermittent basis for up to twelve hours per day.
• Grasping, pushing, and pulling of materials on an intermittent basis for up to twelve hours per day.
• Reaching and working above and below the shoulder level on an intermittent basis for up to twelve hours per day.
• Ability to safely team lift, lower, and move items up to 50lbs unassisted (maximum), 51+lbs assisted over the course of a work day
• Sit or stand continuously for up to twelve hours per day.
• Must be comfortable working with and around forklifts, conveyer systems, scissor lifts, and hazardous machinery.
• Must be comfortable with performing many of the tasks listed above from a ladder up to fifteen feet in elevation above the floor surface observing safety controls.
• Must utilize proper safety controls at all times.
• Must be able to drive automobiles, forklifts and scissor lifts.

Safety

• Must be able to perform this job safely in accordance with standard operating procedures and good manufacturing practices, without endangering the health or safety of self or others.

The anticipated rate for this position is $23.00 per hour depending on location, knowledge, skills, education and experience. In addition, we offer comprehensive and competitive benefits to Associates (and  their families) such as medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability. Eligible Associates are able to enroll in our company's 401k plan. Associates will accrue paid time off up to 152 hours per year (inclusive of PTO, floating holidays, and paid holidays). Paid sick time up to 64 hours per year unless otherwise required by law.

3401 Brandon Rd

We’re a 45 year-old, $8 billion national tool retailer with the energy, enthusiasm, and growth potential of a start-up. We have over 1,500 stores in 48 states across the country and are opening several new locations every week. We offer our customers more than 7,000 tools and accessories, from hand tools and generators to air and power tools, from shop equipment to automotive tools. We provide our customers with the right tool for the right job at the right price, always delivering quality and value.