Warehouse & Inventory Associate

Bensenville, IL, United States

PURELINE TREATMENT SYSTEMS LLC

JOB DESCRIPTION

Warehouse & Inventory Associate

Department: Global Supply Chain / Warehouse Operations

Reports To: Warehouse, Shipping & Receiving / Inventory Manager

Location: Bensenville, Illinois

Position Type: Full-Time

Position Summary

PureLine Treatment Systems LLC is seeking a dependable, organized, and safety-conscious Warehouse &

Inventory Associate to support daily warehouse operations, including shipping, receiving, inventory

management, material handling, and warehouse organization.

This position plays an important role in maintaining accurate inventory records, ensuring materials are properly

received and stored, and supporting the timely movement of materials throughout the facility.

The Warehouse & Inventory Associate will also provide assistance to the Chemical and Manufacturing

Departments as needed, based on operational priorities and management direction.

The successful candidate will be a hands-on team member capable of working independently, following

established procedures, and supporting multiple departments in a fast-paced industrial environment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

1. Warehouse Operations & Material Handling

  • Load and unload incoming and outgoing trucks safely and efficiently.
  • Receive, inspect, identify, and organize incoming materials.
  • Move materials to designated warehouse storage and bin locations.
  • Pick, pack, and stage materials for customer shipments and internal department requirements.
  • Operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and other material-handling equipment as authorized.
  • Maintain warehouse cleanliness, organization, and safe working conditions.
  • Perform routine equipment inspections and report maintenance or safety concerns.
  • Assist with general warehouse activities to ensure efficient daily operations.

2. Inventory Control & NetSuite

  • Assist with inventory receiving, transfers, adjustments, and other inventory transactions using NetSuite
  • ERP.
  • Maintain accurate inventory quantities and storage locations.
  • Perform scheduled cycle counts and inventory spot checks.
  • Identify, investigate, and report inventory discrepancies.
  • Assist with physical inventory counts and reconciliation activities.
  • Properly identify, label, and organize inventory materials.
  • Ensure inventory movements are accurately documented in the ERP system.
  • Assist with maintaining inventory accuracy and proper material organization throughout the facility.

3. Shipping & Receiving

  • Verify incoming shipments against purchase orders, packing slips, and shipping documentation.
  • Identify and report damaged, incorrect, or missing materials.
  • Prepare outbound shipments according to established company procedures.
  • Assist with packaging, labeling, and preparation of shipping documents.
  • Coordinate with warehouse management regarding scheduled pickups and deliveries.
  • Stage outbound orders to support timely shipment.
  • Maintain organized shipping and receiving areas.
  • Assist with domestic and international shipping activities as directed.

4. Chemical & Manufacturing Department Support

  • As needed and directed by management, the Warehouse & Inventory Associate may assist the Chemical and
  • Manufacturing Departments with general material handling, logistical support, and other operational activities.
  • Support activities may include, but are not limited to:
  • Assisting with loading and unloading materials and equipment.
  • Moving, organizing, and staging raw materials, components, and supplies.
  • Assisting with washing, organizing, and staging totes and containers.
  • Supporting material preparation and staging for manufacturing work orders.
  • Assisting with shipping and receiving activities for both departments.
  • Helping maintain clean, organized, and safe work areas.
  • Providing general assistance with other departmental needs as assigned.
  • These activities will be performed based on operational requirements, employee training, and management
  • direction.
  • The primary focus of this position will remain warehouse operations, shipping and receiving, and
  • inventory management.

Required Qualifications

  • High school diploma or GED preferred.
  • Previous warehouse, shipping/receiving, or inventory experience preferred.
  • Basic computer skills and willingness to learn inventory management software.
  • Ability to read and understand packing slips, purchase orders, and inventory documents.
  • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
  • Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Good communication skills and dependable attendance.
  • Ability to prioritize assignments and adapt to changing operational needs.
  • Willingness to work in an industrial environment while following established safety procedures.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Previous forklift operating experience.
  • Experience with NetSuite or similar ERP/inventory management systems.
  • Familiarity with inventory cycle counting and stock control procedures.
  • Experience with industrial materials, equipment, and warehouse operations.
  • Experience preparing domestic and international shipments.
  • Familiarity with warehouse safety procedures and material-handling practices.

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions

  • Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, and perform physical warehouse activities throughout the workday.
  • Ability to lift and move materials weighing up to 50 pounds independently, with heavier materials handled
  • using appropriate assistance or equipment.
  • Ability to work in warehouse environments with varying temperatures.
  • Ability to safely operate forklifts and material-handling equipment following appropriate training and
  • authorization.
  • Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE), including a respirator when required, and
  • comply with applicable respiratory protection requirements, including medical clearance, fit testing, and
  • training.
  • Ability to work in an industrial facility where chemicals and manufacturing activities are present.
  • Ability to follow all company safety policies and procedures.

Performance Expectations

  • Maintain accurate inventory records and properly organized storage locations.
  • Complete assigned shipping and receiving activities in a timely and accurate manner.
  • Support inventory accuracy through proper material handling, documentation, and cycle counting.
  • Assist with maintaining an organized, clean, and safe warehouse environment.
  • Communicate material shortages, discrepancies, and operational concerns to management.
  • Demonstrate reliability, accountability, and a willingness to assist other departments when needed.
  • Follow established company procedures and safety requirements.
  • Contribute to the overall efficiency of warehouse and supply chain operations.

Position Objective

The primary objective of this position is to improve operational efficiency by providing dedicated support for

warehouse activities, inventory management, and shipping and receiving functions.

This position is intended to improve material organization, inventory accuracy, and timely movement of

materials while reducing interruptions to warehouse management and other operational personnel.

By providing additional assistance to the Chemical and Manufacturing Departments when needed, the

Warehouse & Inventory Associate will help support overall company productivity while allowing those

departments to remain focused on their primary operational responsibilities.

Additional Responsibilities

The employee may be assigned other duties to support warehouse, chemical, manufacturing, or general

company operations as business needs require, provided the employee has received appropriate training and

authorization.

Disclaimer

This job description describes the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, or qualifications. PureLine reserves the right to modify this job description as business needs evolve.


Equal Employment Opportunity

PureLine Treatment Systems LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing a

professional, safe, and respectful working environment.