Warehouse Operator

About SEKO

SEKO started out in business in 1976, operating out of a single Chicago office. Since then, we have built a solid reputation throughout the world as an innovative and flexible provider of first‑class logistics services. We provide complete Supply Chain Solutions, specializing in transportation, logistics, forwarding and warehousing. We also lead the industry with innovative and customizable IT solutions, which provide a seamless flow of information and give our growing customer base true supply chain visibility. With over 120 offices in 40 countries worldwide, our unique shareholder management model enables you to benefit from global implementation experience and expertise across all industry sectors, coupled with vital in‑country knowledge and service at the local level.

Responsibilities

• Unload materials and merchandise from incoming vehicles and stack them to assigned places.
• Locate and move stock of products to pallets or crates for storage or shipment.
• Identify damages and report shortages or quality deficiencies.
• Transport raw materials to production workstations.
• Inspect machinery to determine the need for repairs and guarantee safety by performing regular maintenance.
• Keep updated records of inventory and activity logs.
• Comply with company policies and legal guidelines.
• Help maintain a safe and orderly environment of the facilities.
• Participate in the development of a safe and healthy workplace; comply with instructions for personal and others’ safety and adhere to safe work procedures.
• Co‑operate with management in its fulfilment of legislative obligations.
• Other duties as assigned by management.

Requirements

• Attention to detail and familiarity with industrial equipment.
• Excellent physical condition and coordination.
• Minimum education & experience: High School Diploma or GED.
• Proven experience as a forklift operator.
• Preferred: None.

Specialist Certifications

• Forklift Certification

Compensation

The base salary range for this role is $18 – $25 USD per year. This position is also eligible for an annual incentive bonus.

Benefits

• Health and Welfare Benefits: Medical (including prescription coverage), Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account, Commuter Account (IL only), Flexible Spending Account, Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, Group Accident, Critical Illness and hospital indemnity program, Life Insurance, AD&D, Wellbeing Program, Work/Life Resources (including Employee Assistance Program).
• Leave Benefits: Paid Holidays, Annual Paid Time Off (including required state/local paid leave), Short‑Term Disability, Long‑Term Disability, Other Leaves (e.g., Bereavement, FMLA, ADA, Jury Duty, Military Leave, Parental and Adoption Leave).
• Retirement Benefits: Contributory Savings Plan (401k).