Receiving Associate - Temporary: Dixon, Illinois
Our customer in Dixon, Illinois, is seeking motivated individuals to join their team. We’re recruiting Receiving Associate on 1st shift, this is a temporary position. As a Receiving Associate you will be responsible for handling, sorting, and processing inventory efficiently and safely to support daily operations.
Responsibilities of the Receiving Associate:
- Unload containers and trailers with items up to 5 feet in length and up to 50 pounds.
- Use a handheld scanner to receive inventory and ensure accurate data entry.
- Operate a conveyor system to transport and sort materials.
- Lift, move, and sort inventory onto skids or designated areas in the warehouse.
- Handle skids weighing up to 40–50 pounds and assist with large item movement.
- Potentially train to operate a forklift or powered material handling equipment.
Receiving Associate Requirements and Qualifications:
- Manual dexterity to operate pallet jacks, hand trucks, and powered walkies.
- Ability to stand for extended periods (8–10 hours/day) and perform repetitive tasks.
- Capable of lifting, pushing, or pulling up to 50 lbs. frequently, and up to 500 lbs. using equipment.
- Comfortable with frequent bending, twisting, and physical labor in a warehouse setting.
- Able to move safely and efficiently throughout the facility on foot.
- Willingness to learn equipment operation and follow all safety protocols.
Pay for Receiving Associate: Starting at $17.19/hour.
Receiving Associate Benefits:
- Health insurance.
- Paid time off.
- 401k with company match.
- Paid weekly.
- Direct deposit.
- Paid training.
Type: 1st Shift, Full-time, Temporary.
Schedule: Monday – Friday (with some Saturdays) from 7:00am – 3:00pm.
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