Associate Warehouse Specialist

World Vision is hiring an Associate Warehouse Specialist to serve on the Transformational Engagement division.

At a Glance

Role: Associate Warehouse Specialist

Location: Chicago, IL

Reports To: Warehouse Operations Manager

Work Authorization: Must be authorized to work in the U.S.A. for any employer.

Required Experience: High School/GED or equivalent. One year of warehouse or related work experience. Forklift certification preferred.

Salary Range: The typical hiring range is $20.10- $21.82 per hour.

The Job:

World Vision is looking for an Associate Warehouse Specialist to sort, retrieve, and stock warehouse product. Prepare product for shipment, assist in managing inventory, and perform related clerical duties. Help carry out our Christian organization’s mission, vision, and strategies. Personify the ministry of World Vision by witnessing to Christ and ministering to others through life, deed, word and sign.

Your Responsibilities Will Include:

• Keep Christ central in individual and corporate life. Actively participate in and contribute to the spiritual disciplines of the organization (Christian conduct, devotions, chapel, prayer, worship); incorporate WV Core Values into decisions within scope of role.
• Prepare warehouse orders for both in-house and outside domestic and/or international shipping to ensure timely and accurate delivery.
• • May be responsible to provide oversight when volunteers are used to sort, label or stock GIK product.
• • May assist with routine deliveries and pickups.
• Receive and process incoming deliveries.
• Complete and maintain appropriate documentation and databases. Perform data entry and adjustments to ensure accurate inventory management.
• Store, retrieve and stock inventory by using standard warehouse equipment, such as pallet jacks and fork-lifts. Assist in maintaining safe and efficient work environment and equipment.
• Participate in process improvement projects as needed.
• May participate in or lead safety committee.
• Work collaboratively with team members when assigned to work as a member of a team.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Maintain awareness of corporate goals, objectives, organizational announcements, and activities. Reference and follow organizational policies and procedures, seeking clarity as needed.

Requirements

High School/GED or equivalent. One year of warehouse or related work experience. Forklift certification preferred.

Salary & Benefits

WVUS Pay Grade Level: 216

Expected hiring range: $20.10- $21.82 per hour

The posted hiring salary range reflects pay for U.S. locations and is determined using market data and internal compensation guidelines. Actual compensation may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic location, job-related experience, and applicable laws. A different range may apply in certain locations. Please indicate your salary expectations in the application. In addition, we have a robust and comprehensive benefits package to round our total compensation package. Click here to learn more.

About World Vision:

We're a global Christian humanitarian organization. We partner with children, families, and their communities to empower them as they reach their full potential by tackling the causes of poverty and injustice. For 75 years, World Vision has followed Jesus' example to show unconditional love to the poor and oppressed. We serve every child regardless of faith.

What Happens Next?

Due to the high volume of applications, please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted for an initial phone conversation with a recruiter. We encourage you to submit a PDF resume and a cover letter. Our goal is to fill this vacancy with the right person in the shortest amount of time.