Warehouse Assistant Manager (Full Time) - Chicago, IL
A&C Plastics is a value-based plastic distributor that has been growing steadily for over 50 years—and we’re not slowing down. We’re looking for a Warehouse Assistant Manager to help lead daily operations.
This role is hands-on and leadership-driven—you’ll be responsible for keeping the warehouse running efficiently, ensuring accuracy, and supporting the team to get orders out the door the right way, every time.
HOURS: Monday - Friday, 7:00am to 4:00pm
LOCATION : Schiller Park, Illinois
COMPENSATION: Base Salary + Benefits
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Oversee pulling and packaging teams to ensure orders are picked and shipped accurately and on time
- Manage receiving operations to ensure material is checked in and stocked efficiently
- Review pulling reports and address accuracy issues as needed
- Oversee maintenance of warehouse equipment and vehicles
- Conduct and document monthly safety meetings
- Print and distribute order and shipping documents for warehouse processing
- Push completed orders through invoicing in the ERP system
- Coordinate freight pickups and communicate with carriers
- Inspect outgoing shipments and verify against documentation
- Assist with routing of local deliveries
- Operate a forklift to pick, transport, and package materials
- Maintain internal record-keeping systems
- Ensure proper packaging procedures for safe transport of materials
- Maintain a clean, organized, and secure warehouse
- Provide tracking updates to the sales team
- Resolve delivery and shipping issues as they arise
- Assist with inventory management, cycle counts, and ERP reconciliation
- Lead physical inventory processes
- Cross-train across all warehouse functions and drive process improvements
SKILLS & REQUIREMENTS:
- Previous warehouse and leadership experience required
- Forklift experience is a plus
- Clean driving record required
- Must be 20+ years old
- Must be able to pass a drug screen and background check
- Willing to travel to Houston, Texas, if necessary
- Strong attendance, punctuality and reliability (this is a big deal here)
- Ability to delegate, lead, and hold team members accountable
- Hands-on mindset—willing to jump in wherever needed
- Strong sense of ownership and urgency
- Team-oriented with a service mindset
- Comfortable in a fast-paced, high-accuracy environment
Perks & Benefits:
- 🎉 Paid Time Off & Holiday Pay : Eligible after 90-days
- 🤒 Paid Sick Days : 5 days per year
- 💰 401K Plan: With up to 4% Employer Match
- 💸 Profit-Sharing Program: Get rewarded for the team's success
- 🏥 Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance: Stay healthy, stay happy
- 🐾 Pet Insurance – Optional coverage for your furry family members
- 🛡️ Company-Paid Life & Long-Term Disability Insurance: Offered for peace of mind
- 📦 Employee Discounts: Save on the products you help make awesome
- 🚀 Career Growth – We Love to Promote from Within!
- ❤️ 5 Paid Days for Volunteering – 5 paid days annually to give back to your favorite charity or non-profit
- ✨ Employee Rewards - Recognize peers through points redeemable for rewards
- 🍽️ Fun & Friendly Culture – When we crush our goals, we celebrate with monthly catered lunches and team celebrations!
- 🧠 Employee Assistance Program – Free counseling, legal advice & more
- 🤝 Work Buddy Program – Paired with a veteran teammate for guidance, support, and company-paid lunches at 45 & 90 days
- 📈 Leadership Mentorship – One-year coaching program for new managers
Additional Requirements:
- Must pass a drug screen and background check
- Must have a clean Motor Vehicle Record