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Warehouse AssociateUSA Jobs • Woodridge, IL, US
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Warehouse Associate

Warehouse Associate

USA Jobs • Woodridge, IL, US
1 day ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Warehouse Associate

CORT Tradeshow and Events is hiring immediately for Warehouse Associates in Woodridge, IL!

CORT Events provides furniture rental solutions to trade shows and events including festivals, weddings, corporate events, or even the Superbowl! The Warehouse Associate is responsible for assisting with various warehouse operations, including loading and unloading trucks, processing furniture, and maintaining the warehouse. This role ensures that furniture is rental-ready for events, tradeshows, or transfers to other districts. The Warehouse Associate will be cross-trained in all aspects of warehousing and may fill different roles based on daily business needs.

Pay : $18- $19 / hour depending on experience

Schedule : Schedule will vary based on the needs of the business, weekends are required

This CORT Events location covers 12 states. Our Warehouse Associates will spend around 80% of their time in the warehouse and could be expected to travel to show site, as needed, up to 20%.

What We Offer

  • Hourly pay rate; weekly pay; paid training; 40 hours / week with occasional overtime opportunities
  • Promote from within culture
  • Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision) available on the first of the month after your hire date
  • 401(k) retirement plan with company match
  • Paid vacation, sick days, and holidays
  • Company-paid disability and life insurance
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Employee discounts and perks

Responsibilities

  • Loading and Unloading Trucks : Load and unload trucks, ensuring no scratches or damage and correct item placement.
  • Order Fulfillment : Pick, stage, and prepare items for customer delivery or district transfers.
  • Furniture Processing : Clean, touch up, repair, or wrap furniture to ensure it is rental-ready or properly protected for storage.
  • Furniture Assembly : Assemble or dissemble furniture pieces as needed.
  • Warehouse Maintenance : Maintain and clean the warehouse, including breaking down cardboard and dumping trash.
  • Inventory Control : Perform cycle counts and maintain inventory accuracy, relocating products as needed.
  • Inventory Handling : Tag, store, and organize products in the warehouse according to procedures.
  • Safety and Compliance : Participate in safety meetings, perform daily warm-ups, and ensure compliance with safety regulations.
  • Assist drivers on deliveries when needed.
  • Participate in special projects and other tasks as assigned.

    • Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or GED equivalent preferred
  • Reliable transportation
  • Previous warehousing experience preferred; priority consideration will be given to candidates with more and relevant experience
  • Forklift Operator certification preferred; on-the-job certification provided
  • Physically able and willing to move furniture; ability to lift 50+ pounds on a regular basis or 100 pounds with a partner
  • Able to operate equipment such as RF scanners, pallet jacks, forklifts, and stand-up reach trucks
  • Must pass drug screening (does not include THC) as a condition of employment

    • About CORT Events

    CORT, a part of Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway, is the nation's leading provider of transition services, including furniture rental for home and office, event furnishings, destination services, apartment locating, touring and other services. With more than 100 offices, showrooms and clearance centers across the United States, operations in the United Kingdom and partners in more than 80 countries around the world, no other furniture rental company can match CORT's breadth of services.

    Working for CORT Events

    For more information on careers at CORT, visit www.CORTevents.com.

    This position is subject to a background check for any convictions directly related to its duties and responsibilities. Only job-related convictions will be considered and will not automatically disqualify the candidate. Pursuant to the Fair Chance Hiring Ordinance for participating locations, CORT will consider all qualified applicants to include those who may have criminal history records. Check your city government website for specific fair chance hiring information.

    CORT participates in the E-Verify program.

    Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the US. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment Visa at this time.

    EEO / AA Employer / Vets / Disability

    Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis; there is no set deadline to apply to this position. When it is determined that new applications will no longer be accepted, due to the positions being filled or a high volume of applicants has been received, this job advertisement will be removed.

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