Picker Salary in Chicago, IL

Job Title: Warehouse Associate (Picker/Packer)Shift Information: 1st Shift: 5:30am - 2:00pm (OT starting at 3:30am)2nd Shift: 2:00pm - 11:00pm (OT until 1:00am)Location: Chicago, ILSkills:Picking, Packing, Loading, box making, loading trucks, loading/unloading trucks, Packaging, warehouse management system, inventory, inventory control, inventory management, forklift, forklift certification, forklift certified, forklift operation, Production, Rf scanner, Order picking, General laborAdditional Skills & Qualifications:Experience working on feet and walking long distances throughout the day.Experience in fast paced/goal driven jobsExperience working in teams

Responsible for picking and packing customer orders according to ISO procedures and other duties as assigned.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Uses voice directed picking process. Picks products from shelves or bins, places the correct product and quantity into the cart, placing small items into bags or bands together for easier identification. Verifies product and location. Packs the customer orders by verifying products and checking off as appropriate on the box content list. Selects appropriately sized boxes or envelopes for shipment to avoid the bending, crushing, or shifting of items during delivery. Packs all orders neatly and correctly in a box to ensure quality. This involves packing glass items appropriately in bubble wrap, placing small items in a bag, and placing all liquids in a bag and packing them standing upright. Follows proper packing procedures. Reports any error in product selection or quality to appropriate team member or area and/or corrects the order as necessary before shipment. Labels outside of box according to ISO procedures. May add packing material (dunnage) to boxes and seals for shipment or sends along conveyor. Disposes of empty boxes and packaging appropriately to maintain safe and clean working conditions. Performs other reasonably related duties that may be assigned such as master sanitation.Physical Activities:Ability to grasp, bend, stand, reach above shoulder height, and walk extensively throughout the warehouse. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds. Also, may encounter various environmental conditions such as hot and cool temperatures, hazardous items, noise, and dust. Must be able to work while standing/walking on concrete floors for long periods. May also be necessary to use step ladders to perform tasks involving climbing and reaching.

SkillsStrong communication skills and attention to detailAbility to interact with customers, office employees, and other corporate departments.Ability to operate equipment such as electronic mobile devices, computers, office equipment, etc.Ability to operate equipment such as drum dolly, pallet jacks, all truck equipment, etc.Expert knowledge of DOT and RCRA regulations as they relate to Lab PackagingExpert knowledge of RCRA and non-RCRA permitted disposal outlets in the geography assigned.Detailed knowledge of EPA permitted RCRA part-B facilities and waste accepted into each.Work Experience:3-years of progressive responsibility with hazardous material management in a field environment.Minimum 2-years’ experience in lab packaging is required.Expert knowledge of DOT and RCRA rules and regulations, specifically as they relate to lab packing services and transportation of lab packaged waste(s).RCRA/Hazwoper experience required.Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, & Access)2-years’ experience driving box truck or tractor trailerExperience with completing waste manifests and other regulatory documentation.Education, Certificates, Licenses, or Designations:BS in physical Science or equivalent work experience.Motor vehicle record (MVR) that meets or exceeds HCC’s published standards including, but not limited to the following:Seat belt and cell phone violationsExcessive speeding

Warehouse associate receives customer orders, locates items and prepares them for customer pickup or delivery. Assist with incoming shipments, unloading trucks and stocking shelves in the warehouse. Makes sure the warehouse is clean and organized. Join the CPW Team!Job responsibilities:Ability to locate product for customer's orders by numerical order.Able to log and report product and/or issues to management.Assist with stocking shelves in the warehouse, receiving incoming orders.Ensuring all orders are pulled and shipped out in a timely and accurate manner.Strive for 100% accuracy on all pulled orders.Requirements:Strong work ethicAbility to handle physical workload which includes bending, twisting and lift up to 50 pounds continuously.Teamwork Attitude!AdaptabilityA least 6 months of warehouse experience

Essential Functions:Load and unload freight using equipment in an efficient and safe manner.Move product to storage areas with proper equipmentMeet minimum standards in all Warehouse selection functions and all departmentsEfficiently stack and store the merchandise in the appropriate area.Pick orders for shipment and assemble various types of merchandise to be shipped.Check or count freight for accuracy and/or damage and infestation.Assist in maintaining the security of the warehouse.Conduct operations in a manner, which promotes safety.Participate in physical inventories, as needed.Perform labeling, sorting, wrapping, packing, and repacking.Operate equipment safely and efficiently.Report all safety malfunctions on equipment.Comply with OSHA standards.Must be able to meet production standards.Maintain a clean, neat, and orderly work environment.Follow attendance policy, show up for work on time and ready to work assigned shift.Perform other duties as assigned, will be required to perform duties outside of normal department and/or responsibilities from time to time, as needed.Department reassignment based on bidding structure is expected in accordance with CBAKnowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:Requires ability to work independentlyOccasionally works overtime, evenings, or weekends in order to complete work or to attend meetingsRequires the ability to pay close attention to details, meet deadlines, and work with difficult individualsAbility to perform to standard in all warehouse departments subject to reassignments via bidding processMust be able to relate to other people beyond giving and receiving instructions: they must get along with co-workers without exhibiting behavioral extremes; perform work activities requiring reasoning, negotiating, instructing, persuading, or speaking with others; and respond appropriately to criticism from a supervisor.At least one year of related work experience.

Responsibilities:Apply Good Manufacturing Practices in all areas of responsibilityDemonstrates the company mission and valuesFollows all Standard Operating ProceduresPick, pack, and ship distribution orders that require a basic skill levelScreen shipments for unauthorized devices by TSA requirementsExecute distribution & warehouse system transactionsProcesses all orders according to priority set by the Distribution Leader/Supervisor to meet the receipt date.Verifies proper storage conditions and temperature monitoring of shipmentsLoads couriers’ trucks using pallet jacksIdentifies opportunities to improve overall quality and efficiencyEngaged in Daily management and 5S dailyEnsures that inventory is properly and safely storedMaintains warehouse for safety, security, neatness, and organizationMinimum Qualifications:High School Degree or GEDAble to work overtime when volume justifies additional labor hoursPhysically able to lift a minimum of 40lbs and a maximum of 75lbs and use pallet jacksMust be willing to spend extended periods walking/standing, entering data for orders, and handling inventory itemsWork as part of a team within Distribution and across QA, Client Services, and Supply Chain departmentsBasic computer competency using Microsoft Office applications and significant data entryMaintain a high level of accuracy and attention to detailAble to work in a refrigerated environment with proper PPEPreferred Qualifications:Forklift experiencePrior Distribution/Warehouse experienceKnowledge of current Good Manufacturing PracticesPrior pharmaceutical or clinical logistics experience