Warehouse Associate

September 18, 2026

We are looking for a reliable and hardworking Warehouse Associate to join our furniture warehouse team in Bellwood, Illinois. The ideal candidate will be responsible for daily warehouse operations, including receiving shipments, organizing inventory, preparing customer orders, and maintaining an efficient warehouse environment.

This position requires someone who is comfortable with physical work, lifting furniture cartons, organizing inventory, and working as part of a team to ensure smooth warehouse operations.

Responsibilities:

Receive incoming furniture shipments and verify inventory
Unload, organize, and store furniture carton boxes in designated warehouse aisles
Stock and maintain inventory locations for easy access
Pull furniture items from inventory once orders are sold
Prepare furniture orders for customer pickup and delivery
Palletize and secure furniture shipments for transportation
Package smaller items and orders for UPS shipping
Assist with loading and unloading trucks
Maintain a clean, safe, and organized warehouse environment
Perform general warehouse duties as needed
Follow safety procedures and proper handling techniques for furniture products

Requirements:

Previous warehouse, shipping, receiving, or furniture handling experience preferred
Ability to lift and move heavy furniture boxes (50+ lbs)
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Reliable attendance and strong work ethic
Comfortable working in a fast-paced warehouse environment
Basic understanding of shipping and packaging procedures is a plus

Preferred Experience:

Furniture warehouse experience
Shipping & receiving experience
UPS/FedEx packaging experience
Pallet packing and inventory organization experience
Forklift experience is a plus (not required)

Benefits:

Competitive pay
Full-time hours
Stable work environment
Opportunity for growth

Pay: $17.00 - $22.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

Employee discount

Work Location: In person

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