Forklift Operator / Warehouse Associate

The Cary CompanyAddison, IllinoisOn-siteFull-timeNew grad, 0–1 yearsListed 55 minutes ago

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About this role

Company Overview:
At The Cary Company, we pride ourselves on our commitment to excellent customer service and maintaining a positive, supportive work environment. We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Warehouse Associate to join our team. If you are a team player who enjoys a fast-paced environment and takes pride in your work, this opportunity is for you!

Your Role:

As a Warehouse Associate, you will be a key player in ensuring the smooth operation of our warehouse. Your responsibilities will include:

- Shipping and Receiving: Assisting with unloading and checking in merchandise, assembling customer orders, and preparing shipments.
- Customer Interaction: Providing excellent customer service during deliveries and pick-ups.
- Safety and Organization: Maintaining a safe and organized warehouse environment, properly marking materials, and ensuring accurate inventory counts.
- Warehouse: Organizing the warehouse, reading and interpreting orders, and moving materials as needed.
- Documentation: Preparing and verifying shipping and receiving documents, ensuring accuracy and completeness.

What We're Looking For:

- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Previous warehouse experience is preferred, but not required.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
- Basic math skills.
- Ability to lift and handle items weighing up to 50 pounds.

What We Offer:

- A positive and supportive work environment where your contributions are valued.
- Opportunities for growth and development within the company.
- Competitive compensation and benefits package.
- A chance to be part of a dynamic team dedicated to providing exceptional service.

Perks:

- Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
- Life and Supplemental Insurance
- 401K Provision
- Profit Sharing
- HRA
- Cafeteria Plan
- Seasonal company sponsored events
- Work/Life Balance
- Childcare Reimbursement Program

A little about the company:

- Been around since 1895. 
- Grown from 30 employees in 2005 to 60 in 2010 and now over 240. 
- Locations in Addison, IL (Headquarters), Indianapolis, IN (2018), Pittsburgh, PA (2019), Salt Lake City, UT (2021), Jurupa Valley, CA (2021), Livermore, CA (2021), Charlotte, NC (2023). 
- We distribute rigid packaging products and industrial filtration.  
- We have a beautiful newly renovated corporate office/warehouse in Addison. 
- We have a strengths-based approach working to leverage what the employee likes to do and is good at doing.
- Privately owned

Join Our Team:

If you are ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role in a company that values its employees, we encourage you to apply!