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