RJW Logistics is hiring: Dock Lead in Romeoville

OUR PEOPLE ARE OUR FUTURE. THAT’S WHY THEY COME FIRST.

RJW is dedicated to hiring and developing talent who want to make an impact and be a part of an industry-leading organization. At RJW, we are committed to our employees’ success and to producing continuous innovation that drives the retail logistics industry forward.

What are we looking for?

If you are a highly motivated, hardworking individual that prioritizes safety, we want you to join our growing team in a very fast-paced environment.

What do we offer?

We offer a unique work environment that rewards performance with a strong corporate structure where Safety is our number one priority.

Weekly Pay and Competitive Salaries
$500 Hiring Bonus after 90 days (conditions apply)
Referral Bonus available (inquire within)
4-Day Work Weeks Available for some shifts
Competitive Benefits Package
401K Retirement Plan
Career growth
Thousands of employee discounts on items such as Cell Phones, Apple products, Cars, Tickets, Groceries, and more.

Shift: 1st Shift M-F 7AM-3:30PM

Job Purpose: Maintain warehouse area with orderly stacking and good housekeeping; ensure all shipments are correctly staged, checked, and loaded properly; perform duties to provide material handling services for warehouse shipping and receiving handling activities. Ensure that Material Handlers are operating forklift and walkies safety at all times following all safety policies and procedures. This position reports to Cross Dock Supervisor.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Properly receive, unload, load shipments in/out of the Cross Dock
Experience with WMS (Warehouse Management Systems)
Knowledge of QMS (Quality Management Systems) and Lean Warehousing Experience operating material handling equipment and using an RF scanner
Flexible to work 10 to 12 hour shifts when necessary and not afraid of heights.
Loads and unloads RJW truck / trailers safely and efficiently using proper procedures, including outside carriers equipment.
Must comply with the company’s safety policies while using lifting devices (forklifts and scissor lifts) and clean initiative standards.
Oversees storing stock properly in the warehouse and moving product into the dock staging lanes or racks
Learn day to day warehouse operations.
Verify orders are complete and accurate.
Unload, Load and or Pick each customer order in the most effective manner possible to minimize shipping costs and insure product safety.
Other tasks as assigned by supervisor or manager.
Operates forklifts safely and efficiently following all OSHA regulations, RJW safety policies, and procedures

Qualifications:

2-4 years in a warehouse environment.
Good stable work and attendance record.
Possess a sense of urgency, accountability, and be able to work with limited supervision.
General understanding of computers and handheld RF equipment.
Ability to work as part of a team and lead.
He / she must be able to read, write, and understand English.
Attention to detail and quality a must.
Good communication, clear and concise, problem resolution, and people skills.
Flexibility in working overtime when needed, and supplying coverage to other shifts.
PC skills helpful.
Ability to work in a fast-paced warehouse.

Education and/or Experience Required:

High School Diploma or general education diploma (GED).
Warehousing certifications a plus.
Experience in building pallets with stock and breaking down stock to fill independent orders.
Experienced in cross docking freight process.
Physical Demands:

Must be able to occasionally lift and/or move up to 60 pounds.
Must be able to be on feet for full shift (8 hours).
Must be able to work in excess of continuous 8 hours when required.
Must be in sound physical health as determined by a certified licensed physician with no evidence of the use of controlled substances.
This is not the JD in its entirety.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00 per hour

Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Employee discount
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Retirement plan
Vision insurance

Warehouse: 1 year (Preferred)
leadership: 1 year (Preferred)
Warehouse Management Systems/Quality Management Systems: 1 year (Preferred)
Electric Pallet Jack/EPJ: 1 year (Preferred)
Sit-down forklift: 1 year (Preferred)
Dock: 1 year (Required)
Work Location: In person