Warehouse Operator - 1st Shift

Department: Outbound

Location: Lockport, IL

Job Description:

• Full time

• Monday - Friday 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM

• Occasional Overtime

• Immediate Hire at time of interview (pending background check)

• Pay is commensurate with experience

General Summary:

At Great Lakes Wholesale we believe in building strong, trustworthy, long-lasting relationships with our employees. We are looking for a friendly, enthusiastic team player that can help support our Warehouse Operations.

Essential duties and responsibilities:

• Operate handheld scanners to accurately pick orders and manage inventory.

• Operate forklift trucks : Cherry Picker; Stand-Up Reach; Stand-Up Crown

• Unload shipments from suppliers- verifying order accuracy.

• Load trailers with product for customer delivery.

• Replenish stock- Put aways and consolidation.

• Label order shipments per customer request.

• Support Inventory Team with cycle counts.

• Ability to read, write, and do basic math.

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs frequently.

• Be able to walk and stand at least 8 hrs

Dress Code: 

• Casual, comfortable clothing and footwear that are appropriate in a hands-on workplace.

Perks and Benefits at Great Lakes Wholesale:

• Paid Holidays and Vacation Accrual Time.

• Complete Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and disability insurance plans within a short waiting period.

• A competitive 401(k) retirement savings program including profit sharing at the end of the year.

• Company events that support employee morale and engagement, such as luncheons and holiday parties.

• Participation in charity events.

• Potential for annual bonus