iLink Resources
Warehouse Specialist
Woodridge, Illinois•Full-time
$23 - $25 hourly
$23 - $25 hourly
About the Job
Seeking a versatile Warehouse Specialist to join our operation. This role offers a unique combination of warehouse, logistics, and administrative responsibilities, making it an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys variety in their day-to-day work. The ideal candidate will support picking and packing activities, shipping administration, inventory transactions, and warehouse operations while helping ensure accurate and efficient order fulfillment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Pick, pack, and prepare customer orders for shipment.
- Create shipping labels and shipping documentation using UPS, FedEx, or similar shipping platforms.
- Process shipping transactions and update ERP systems with accurate shipment and inventory data.
- Maintain shipping records, tracking information, and shipping Google spreadsheets.
- Support receiving activities and, over time, assist with reception and receiving administration.
- Maintain accurate inventory records and support inventory control activities.
- Coordinate freight pickups and deliveries as needed.
- Communicate with internal teams regarding shipment status, inventory availability, and order updates.
- Operate a stand-up reach forklift to move, stage, load, unload, and organize materials safely and efficiently.
- Assist with general warehouse organization and operational efficiency.
- Follow company safety procedures and OSHA guidelines.
Qualifications:
- High School Diploma or equivalent.
- Experience in warehouse operations, logistics coordination, shipping administration, or order fulfillment.
- Experience with ERP or warehouse management systems.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy with data entry and documentation.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel and Outlook.
- Experience creating shipping labels and working with shipping carriers such as UPS and FedEx.
- Stand-up reach forklift experience strongly preferred.
- Ability to lift up to 45 lbs. as needed.
- Strong communication, organizational, and teamwork skills.
Ideal Candidate:
- Enjoys working in a hands-on, small-team environment.
- Is comfortable balancing warehouse duties with administrative responsibilities.
- Has experience with picking, packing, shipping, and inventory processes.
- Is organized, reliable, and process-driven.
- Takes pride in accuracy and customer service.
This position is ideal for someone looking for a diverse role that combines warehouse operations, shipping administration, inventory management, ERP transactions, and stand-up reach forklift operation in a collaborative and growing environment.