Chicago Branch - Warehouse Associate (2nd)

Warehouse Associate – Freezer (Cold Storage)
Shift: Training on 1st Shift (6:00 AM Start) for approximately 6 weeks
After Training: Transition to PM Shift (1:00 PM Start)
Pay: Starting at $18.50/hr + $2/hr Freezer Differential + $2/hr Night Shift Differential (once moved to PM shift)
Why Join Us?
Wismettac Asian Foods is looking for a dependable, safety-minded Warehouse Associate to join our team. This role supports our fast-paced food distribution operations and plays an important part in ensuring customers receive quality products accurately and on time.
The Role
As a Warehouse Associate working in a freezer environment, you will help support daily warehouse operations including:
• Picking, packing, and preparing customer orders
• Receiving, stocking, staging, and organizing inventory
• Operating pallet jacks and warehouse equipment safely
• Loading and unloading products
• Following FIFO inventory practices and food safety standards
• Maintaining a clean, organized, and safe work environment
• Working efficiently in a temperature-controlled freezer environment
Training Schedule:
New hires will begin on the first shift (6:00 AM start) for approximately 6 weeks to complete training and learn warehouse processes, safety procedures, and job expectations. After successful completion of training, the position will transition to the PM shift with a 1:00 PM start time.
What You Need
• Ability to work in a freezer environment with sub-zero temperatures
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Reliable attendance and strong work ethic
• Ability to follow safety procedures and instructions
• Attention to detail and ability to work as part of a team
• Previous warehouse, distribution, or food handling experience preferred
Additional Benefits:
• Freezer incentive: +$2/hr
• Night shift differential: +$2/hr (when assigned to PM shift)
• Safety equipment and required gear provided
Apply today and take the first step toward a rewarding career in logistics with us.


Benefits*: Wismettac offers competitive benefits, which include:
• Health Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Life & accident insurance
• Pet Insurance
• 401(k) with company matching
• 19 days of paid time off
• Wellness program and EAP assistance
• and much more!
*Most benefits require employee contribution
Pre-employment Drug testing is required.
Must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis for any employer.
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