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Elgin, Illinois, United States
Onsite
Warehouse Associate I - Job Description
ABOUT LITERATI
Literati is a modern children’s book company focused on building reading skills so kids can grow to be their best selves. We make it easy to find books kids love through school book fairs and book clubs using a unique mix of expert curation and data science. We’re on a mission to help parents ignite a love of learning and a love of life.
As a Warehouse Associate focused on the picking and packing of customer orders, you’ll be an essential part of bringing book fair magic to life and ensuring timely shipments to our customers. You’ll be responsible for picking and packing fixtures, fulfilling daily orders, counting inventory, loading, and unloading trucks, moving products, and processing returns safely. The rewards of the position are high visibility and a positive impact on literacy worldwide. Growth opportunities exist as we are a startup and anticipate robust growth in business year over year.
To be equitable to all Literatians, we have set compensation and a non-negotiation policy- we don't think a person’s pay should be determined by how comfortable they negotiate. As a result, we like to be transparent and up-front about the compensation. When we make an offer, we can provide options so employees can choose between compensation packages, prioritizing salary or equity. The hourly rate for this role will be $16/hr.
Schedule Monday - Friday 7:00am - 3:30pm
ABOUT YOU
High School Graduate/GED
Detail Oriented
Highly Organized
Able to Count and Speak English
Strong Work Ethic
Ability to walk and stand for long periods of time
WE’D LOVE TO SEE
High-Quality Standards
Strong Communication
Task-Oriented
Committed to Excellence
ABOUT THE ROLE
Picking, Packing, Order Fulfillment, Counting, Cycle Counts, Advertised Title Walks, QA, Transfers, Fair Production, Auditing, and Training.
Mobility and Standing: This position requires the ability to remain standing and moving throughout the entirety of the shift. Candidates should be comfortable being on their feet for extended periods of time to successfully perform job duties.
Lifting Requirements: The role involves occasional lifting of items weighing up to 50 pounds. Employees may be required to safely lift, carry, and maneuver items within this weight range as part of their regular duties.
Flexibility and Dexterity: Regular activities include bending, twisting, squatting, and reaching. These movements are integral to performing tasks associated with the role, such as handling materials, operating machinery, or completing manual tasks.
Disclaimer: This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the job. The employer reserves the right to modify this job description at any time.
We offer medical/dental/vision insurance, 401k, short-term disability insurance, parental leave, employee assistance programs, and four weeks of PTO for FT Employees.
We are dedicated to cultivating and preserving a culture of inclusion and connectedness that sees, reflects, welcomes, and celebrates the innovation and talent of a diverse array of people. We seek people with drive and a touch of alchemy. We also recognize that some people — particularly underrepresented groups, women, BIPOC, LGBTQ+, etc. — may not be comfortable applying to a position unless they meet 100% of the qualifications. Even if your experience isn’t a precise match for the role, we highly encourage you to apply. And if your career has taken you to some spectacular — or spectacularly strange — places, we love a good story.