Order Picking Specialist I

About Learning Resources:

We are on a mission to bring learning to life! We are Learning Resources, and learning is where we play. Voted one of the Chicago Tribune's Top Workplaces every year for the last four years, we're a 150-person strong, family-owned company who make award-winning educational toys, including top sellers Pretend & Play Calculator Cash Register, Farmer's Market Color Sorting Set and Toy of the Year winners Botley the Coding Robot and Coding Critters.

We share that dedication to learning across our family of companies. Learning Resources team members work closely with the curriculum experts at hand2mind, as well as Educational Insights, makers of hit viral products including Kanoodle, GeoSafari Jr., and Playfoam. We even help pets learn and grow through our pet brands Brightkins and Hunger for Words.

We pride ourselves on being committed to our employee's personal and professional development, a thriving culture and a diverse, creative atmosphere. Along with our competitive benefits package, we offer opportunities for training and development by top university professors as well as in-demand, motivating external speakers. We are looking for professionals who are truly just kids at heart! Come join our award-winning team today!

Position Description:

Responsible for order fulfillment activities. This includes, but is not limited to, customer order picking, packing, and shipping activities, and daily assignments to support these activities.

Scope of Responsibilities:

The individual in this role will:

• Work within an assigned Zone using RF scanners, accurately pick customer orders according to location, product code, lot number, and quantity requested.

• Place the picked items in a box on the conveyor line and continue to the next order once the pick for the current order is completed. Report any discrepancies and/or damages to the Lead or Supervisor.

• Check picked orders for accuracy of lot numbers, quantities and Manifest / Pack List completion.

• Replenish locations with finished product as requested (reverse pick).

• Observe all safety guidelines; Inform Supervisor of any safety hazards; attend all required safety training classes.

• Operate forklifts and other material handling equipment as necessary to move materials while complying with all safety and operating rules. Training is provided.

• Clean, maintain and ensure proper housekeeping in the facility to meet and exceed GMP requirements.

• Comply with Company policies and procedures

• Other duties for this role will be assigned as necessary/appropriate. (statement require for all positions)

Requirements/Preferences:

• High School Diploma or equivalent (GED).

• 1-3 years experience in comparable position

• Able to interpret, understand, follow, and communicate instructions.

• Excellent communication skills; both verbal and written (read, write) clearly in English. Bi-Lingual (Spanish) a plus but not required.

• Flexible to work weekends and extended periods of time when needed.

• Must obtain certification (if required) for operating forklift equipment (Stock Picker, Reach Truck, Pallet Rider) within 90 days of starting.

• Able to perform basic math.

• Ability to work well with others and be a team member.

• Self confident with strong initiative, good organizational skills and excellent time management

Ideal attributes:

• Displays a strong sense of urgency, excellent time management

• Self confident with strong initiative

• Proven organization skills with high level attention to detail

• Communicates effectively

• Flexible and adaptable

• Collaborates; works well with other team members and leads

• Demonstrates Accountability

Physical Demands:

• Standing - up to 80%

• Sitting - up to 50%

• Bending, stooping, reaching

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs

• Computer - up to 40%

• Travel - none

We are a drug-free workplace and an EEO employer.

Please note: This role will be filled by our internal recruitment team, so no assistance is needed from any outside staffing agency at this time.