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Entry Warehouse Team Member

Winland Foods
Elk Grove, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 16 Jun 2026
💰 $60,007/yr($49,600/yr$60,007/yr)

About the role

At Winland Foods, we believe excellence starts behind the scenes. Guided by our values of Excellence, Quality, Integrity, Respect, and Collaboration, our Shipping and Receiving Clerk plays a crucial role in keeping our operations moving safely, smoothly, and efficiently.

The Shipping and Receiving Clerk is responsible for receiving, inspecting, storing, and shipping finish goods, materials, products, and supplies in a manufacturing environment. This position ensures accurate inventory records, timely movement of materials, and compliance with company safety and quality standards including SQF, GMP, and HACCP.

Employee Type:

Full time

Location:

IL Elk Grove

Job Type:

Production Group

Job Posting Title:

Entry Warehouse Team Member

Job Description:

Schedule: 2nd Shift 5:00pm to 1:30am, Monday - Friday, with potential for Saturday work based on production schedule.

Work Location: 1325 Chase Ave, Elk Grove Village, IL 60007

Salary, based on experience and other qualifications: $23.55 to $24.80 per hour, plus the shift differential.

Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) with match, STD/LTD/AD&D/Life, HSA, FSA, EAP, Hospital indemnity, Accident Insurance, Identity and Fraud Protection Plan, Legal, and Critical Illness.

 

Duties and Responsibilities:

This list of duties and responsibilities is not all inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities as management may deem necessary from time to time. 

What an Entry Warehouse Team Member Does:

  • Greets and check in Delivery drivers.
  • Schedule and receive incoming shipments, and verify contents against purchase orders, packing list, or invoices.
  • Inspect incoming materials for damage, defects, or discrepancies and report issues as needed.
  • Unload, sort, label, and store materials in designated warehouse locations.
  • Prepare outgoing shipments, including packaging, labeling, and documentation.
  • Coordinate with production, purchasing, and warehouse personnel to ensure material availability.
  • Maintain accurate inventory records using inventory management systems and/or ERP systems.
  • Perform cycle counts and assist with physical inventory audits.
  • Operate material handling equipment such as forklifts, pallet jacks, and hand trucks.
  • Ensure compliance with shipping regulations, company procedures, and safety standards.
  • Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
  • Assist with loading and unloading trucks.
  • Track and process shipping and receiving paperwork accurately and efficiently.
  • Communicate effectively with our 3rd party locations and distribution center to ensure timely movement and tracking of products and materials.
  • Perform other duties as assigned by Lead, Supervisor, or Manager.

Desired Qualifications

  • Previous experience with Shipping and Receiving in a manufacturing environment.
  • Previous experience in the food industry and knowledge of GMP’s preferred.
  • Experience with ERP Software preferred.
  • Experience in Microsoft office (words, excel, outlook)
  • High School diploma or equivalent

 

Competencies

  • Ability to work independently and to follow written and verbal instructions.
  • Ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
  • Diligent work ethic with willingness to learn.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Diplomacy and tact required.
  • Ability to perform basic math calculations.
  • Proficient computer skills required, including data entry skills.
  • Ability to analyze data and resolve discrepancies.
  • Attention to detail and troubleshooting.

 

Work Environment

The employee is frequently exposed to cold, wet and/or humid conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud. Constantly in the move checking inbounds and outbound loads.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand for the duration of the production shift; talk or hear; use hands or finger to handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to walk. The employee is infrequently required t

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