AIV LP is hiring: Warehouse Associate in Itasca

We are seeking a motivated Warehouse Associate to join our Chicago team. This role is hands-on and diverse, supporting daily shipping and receiving operations, inventory control, and order coordination. The Warehouse Associate will also assist with local deliveries/pickups, maintain warehouse equipment and grounds, and ensure compliance with safety and export regulations. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, safety-minded, and capable of working in a fast-paced environment while supporting multiple warehouse functions.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist in shipping, inventory receiving, inventory control, buyout receiving, quality control, order coordinator, loading and unloading shipments.
• Delivery/Pick Up driver as needed using company truck
• Schedule shortages on warehouse materials (ex: crating materials, pallets and crates for export orders in compliance for export regulations)
• Schedule maintenance and repairs for all warehouse equipment with Manager’s approval
• Building & grounds maintenance at Chicago location
• OSHA Certified Operator safety trainer for forklift, safety site, equipment safety
• Operate socket weld machinery

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Proficient in performing all shipping and receiving functions and procedures.
• Good communication skills and be able to make decisions as well as excel at problem solving.
• Knowledge of AIV’s computer system, applications, and programs related to warehousing and inventorying
• Knowledge of the company’s rules, procedures, and practices pertaining to warehousing, inventory control, and valves/materials distribution
• Principles of warehouse organization
• Principles of warehouse safety and security
• Use technology in the maintenance of an effective warehouse
• Expedite flow of materials
• Analyze work requirements and establish performance standards
• Analyze procedural problems and determine causes of errors or inefficiency
• Maintain accurate records and prepare reports as needed
• Conduct daily routine cycle counts

Education and Qualifications

• OSHA certified operator safety trainer certificate a plus
• Certification in import/export licensing a plus
• Inventory Management and development training a plus
• Forklift & Reach Truck