Warehouse Associate (Trade Shows & Events)

At Jack Morton, we design and build head-turning, smile-inducing, impact-driving brand experiences that redefine what experiential marketing can achieve. We help our clients unlock the full value of experiences by turning bold ideas into meaningful connections. That takes a team that's bold, curious, and acts as one. We build on each other's ideas, challenge conventions, and show up for one another every day. Here, you'll do your best work, grow quickly, and partner across clients, disciplines, and global teams to bring new ideas to life.

About the role

Join our team as a Warehouse Associate/Asset Technician and help power the trade shows, live events, and brand activations seen across the country. This role supports our Addison, Illinois operations team in a fast-paced, hands-on environment and is ideal for someone who takes pride in organization, accuracy, and teamwork—and enjoys seeing their work come to life on the show floor.

Must be able to work onsite 5 days/week in Addison, IL.

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day warehouse operations including receiving, staging, shipping, and logistics coordination
• Operate forklifts daily to move, organize, and prepare event materials and client assets
• Pull and stage components for trade show booths, custom exhibits, and hybrid builds
• Read and interpret CAD drawings and pull lists to ensure project accuracy
• Maintain show-ready condition of all event assets and materials
• Conduct inventory checks and track materials using inventory management systems
• Identify damaged or missing assets and communicate refurbishment or repair needs
• Keep the warehouse clean, organized, safe, and client-tour ready
• Work both independently and collaboratively to meet production schedules and deadlines

Requirements

• 6–12 months of warehouse, logistics, production, or operational experience (or equivalent training)
• Forklift experience and comfort working in an active warehouse environment
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow pull lists accurately
• A proactive, solutions-oriented mindset with strong accountability
• Strong communication skills and team-oriented attitude
• Basic computer proficiency including Excel and Outlook
• Ability to regularly lift and move up to 50 lbs

Benefits

• Be part of a team that helps deliver high-profile events and brand experiences
• Work in a collaborative, energetic environment where every day is different
• Gain hands-on exposure to the growing world of trade shows and experiential marketing
• Join a company where your contributions directly impact successful event execution