Warehouse Associate - Temporary-to-Hire
BCD International, Inc. · Vernon Hills, IL · 3 mo ago
Management$18–$22/hrTemporary
About the role
The Warehouse Associate is a critical, hands-on member of BCD’s operations team, responsible for the efficient receipt, storage, and distribution of materials, equipment, and products. This role is essential to meeting production and delivery deadlines while maintaining a safe, organized, and professional warehouse environment.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Inspect and verify incoming shipments for accuracy and condition.
- Safely unload, store, and organize materials and products in designated locations.
- Accurately track and update inventory using NetSuite and RF Smart.
- Conduct regular inventory cycle counts to maintain accuracy.
- Pick, pack, and prepare customer orders for shipment according to specifications.
- Ensure proper labeling, documentation, and packaging of outgoing shipments.
- Operate forklifts and other warehouse equipment safely (must have forklift license).
- Adhere to all company policies, OSHA standards, and safety procedures.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and hazard-free warehouse environment.
- Communicate effectively with team members, management, and other departments to ensure smooth operations.
Physical Demands
- Prolonged periods of standing, walking, bending, and stooping.
- Frequent lifting and moving of materials up to 50 lbs.
- Operating warehouse machinery and equipment safely.
- Ability to navigate and work efficiently in a warehouse environment.
Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
- Student loan payment assistance
- Retailer loan payment assistance
- Retirement planning and 401(k) match
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid parental leave
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Bereavement leave: Immediate family members
- Bereavement leave: Non-immediate family members
- Pet bereavement leave
- Reproductive loss leave
- Robust Paid holidays
- Referral program
- Retirement plan with 401(k) matching up to 4%
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
- Volunteer time off
Additional Notes / Opportunities
- Candidates must be eligible to work in the United States for any employer
- This is a temporary-to-hire position, expected to last approximately four months, with the goal of transitioning to permanent employment.
- Candidates are eligible for full benefits from day one.
- On-site work is required, Monday through Friday, first shift only.
- This is a highly visible role for someone who wants to grow with the company, gain hands-on experience, and learn all aspects of warehouse and logistics operations.
- BCD values diversity and encourages applicants from all backgrounds to apply.
Required Skills & Abilities
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy in inventory and order processing.
- Basic computer skills, including experience with inventory management systems.
- Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced warehouse environment and meet deadlines.
- Strong teamwork and communication skills.
- Physical ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs and move materials throughout the warehouse.
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, and perform repetitive tasks for extended periods.
Required Education & Experience
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Minimum 1 year of warehouse, logistics, or inventory operations experience.
- Applicants must be 21 years of age or older.
Preferred Education & Experience
- Experience with warehouse management systems (WMS).
- Forklift certification.
- Experience in shipping and receiving in an electronics, networking, or technology-focused warehouse is a plus.