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Drop Ship Associate Jobs in Illinois (NOW HIRING)

Home Chef

$17.50 - $20.75/hr

Set floor for decanting and shipping lines per drop list and boxing call out * All packaging ... ship and put the serial number for the load seal on the load diagram form and we remove the glad ...

Grupo Bimbo

Lead Supply Chain Technician

North Aurora, IL · On-site

$28.20/hr

More than 20,000 associates in bakeries, sales centers, offices and on sales routes work to ensure ... Communicate with depots and DCs on Pre ship product on a daily basis * Assisting the Supervisors ...

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How does a drop ship associate collaborate with vendors and internal teams?

A Drop Ship Associate regularly communicates with vendors to confirm product availability, coordinate shipping details, and resolve any issues that might arise during order processing. They also work closely with internal teams such as customer service, inventory management, and logistics to track shipments and address customer inquiries promptly. Effective collaboration and proactive communication are essential for minimizing delays and maintaining customer satisfaction, making teamwork a central aspect of this role.

What is a drop ship associate?

A Drop Ship Associate is a professional responsible for managing the fulfillment of customer orders that are shipped directly from a supplier or manufacturer, rather than from a company's own inventory. Their duties typically include processing orders, coordinating with vendors, tracking shipments, and resolving any issues that arise during the shipping process. Drop Ship Associates play a key role in ensuring timely delivery and customer satisfaction in an e-commerce or retail environment. They often work closely with sales, customer service, and logistics teams to ensure smooth operations.

What is the difference between Drop Ship Associate vs Warehouse Associate?

AspectDrop Ship AssociateWarehouse Associate
Primary RoleManage online orders and coordinate shipments directly from suppliers to customersHandle inventory, packing, and shipping within a warehouse facility
Work EnvironmentOffice setting, often remote or in a logistics officeWarehouse or distribution center
Required SkillsOrder processing, communication, basic logistics knowledgePhysical stamina, inventory management, forklift operation (if applicable)

The Drop Ship Associate focuses on coordinating online orders and supplier communication, often working remotely, while the Warehouse Associate handles physical inventory and shipping within a warehouse. Both roles are essential in supply chain operations but differ in daily tasks and work environment.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a drop ship associate?

To thrive as a Drop Ship Associate, you need strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and familiarity with supply chain or e-commerce operations, typically supported by a high school diploma or relevant experience. Experience with order management systems, inventory tracking software, and e-commerce platforms like Shopify or Amazon Seller Central is often required. Effective communication, problem-solving abilities, and adaptability help you manage vendor relationships and resolve issues quickly. These skills and qualities are crucial for ensuring accurate order fulfillment, customer satisfaction, and efficient coordination between suppliers and customers.
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Warehouse Associate - 2nd Shift - Days Off: Tuesdays & Wednesdays

Home Chef

Bedford Park, IL

$16.25 - $19.25/hr

Other

Re-posted 5 hours ago

Home Chef rating

6.9

Company rating: 6.9 out of 10

Based on 6 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

Founded in 2013, Home Chef is the leading meal solutions company with both a retail and online presence. Available online at homechef.com and in retail at more than 2,100 Kroger grocery stores, Home Chef is committed to inspiring and enabling more people to cook simple, delicious meals, no matter how busy they are.

In 2023, Home Chef introduced a new brand, Tempo! Tempo features a rotating selection of ready-to-heat meals delivered directly to your door. These meals are better-for-you versions of familiar favorites, designed to save you time and reduce stress while maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Our Tempo menu includes options that are protein-packed, fiber-rich, calorie and carb conscious, keto-friendly, and dietitian-approved.

Similar to our recipes, we recognize that variety is the spice of life, and therefore, our employees also bring their uniqueness and color to our fantastic team. We're eager to work with humble team players and pragmatic next-level thinkers to innovate on Home Chef's offerings.

This role follows a 2nd shift schedule, working from 4:00 PM to 12:30 AM, with designated days off on Tuesdays and Wednesdays.

Warehouse associates will ensure the needs of both production and warehouse are met throughout their respective shifts by the timely and safe delivery, shipping, and receiving of produce and packaged goods.

Detailed Responsibilities

Receiving

  • Will apply glad hand lock and wheel chocks for any trailer to unload
  • Will assist FSQA and receivers with breakdown of pallets for quality checks and to transport to storage
  • When produce or packaged good are received in the associate will place produce/packaged goods into correct storage
  • Placed produce/packaging must be staged according to FIFO and in correct temperature storage location and remove any plastic from produce that needs to breathe
  • Notify leadership if any product is found to be out of correct location
  • Work on creating space for inbound loads
  • Ensure all storage pods are kept free of debris

Replenishing

  • Set floor for decanting and shipping lines per drop list and boxing call out
  • All packaging material is set for box team, shipping lines, and decanting area
  • Prior to production running completely out of product, the warehouse associate will bring out the requested material according to the production's count.
  • Answer call of any additional product needs for production
  • Move anything needed for production, warehouse, sanitation, or FSQA
  • Prior to leaving for any break, warehouse associates will check with the production team as well as make a visual check of produce/packaging in use to ensure the area is fully stocked before leaving production area.
  • Near the end of each shift remove any material from the drop zone as well as the return area that production will not use for the incoming shift. All product is returned to home location
  • Ensure all pallets in storage are front faced, leveled, and plastic removed
  • Warehouse associate is responsible for organization of assigned storage areas

Shipping

  • Check all trailers loaded on the shipping dock for trash or pine pallets, remove any items found that are not needed for completed shipments
  • Put on glad hand lock on trailer and chock wheels prior to being loaded
  • Using the load diagram form load trucks with completed pallets with management approval - full load 26 pallets
  • Once the trailer has been fully loaded, place a FedEx seal on the closed trailer door to signify ready for ship and put the serial number for the load seal on the load diagram form and we remove the glad hand lock. Turn in paperwork to leadership

Support other Warehouse functions

  • We are one team. Team members are expected to assist with completing any function needed for our company to deliver finished goods to the customer. This includes using any equipment certified on or assisting other departments to get the job done for the day.

General Responsibilities

  • Follow all safety procedures throughout execution of all tasks. This includes, but is not limited to, performing pre-shift equipment checks for all equipment used and wearing required PPE. Safety first!
  • Follow the facility GMPs and help enforce them throughout the facility.
  • Sign for all equipment needed to perform your duties. Ensure these are signed back in upon completion of shift.
  • Support the efforts of the company to maintain our food safety system (SQF) and quality programs. Quality always!
  • Be respectful of others. Team members are expected to carry themselves in a professional manner in all situations and at all times.

Qualifications

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability needed for this role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities.

  • General high school degree, or equivalent, (e.g. GED). GED or High School diploma required
  • Willing to learn how to operate equipment needed to perform all warehouse duties including, but not limited to, manual and electric pallet jack and hand held scanners.
  • Able to lift up to 50lbs
  • Previous warehouse experience preferred
More About Us
Perks and Benefits
  • Candidates can experience Home Chef as a customer - enter promo code PEOPLE30 for $30 off your first order!
  • Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance available
  • Paid holidays, sick time and vacation time
  • 401k program
  • Flexible spending accounts for qualified medical, dependent care, parking, or transit expenses
How We Work Together

We are humble team players.
We are warm and gracious with team members and customers. We seek feedback to improve ourselves - and respectfully listen to and accept input.

We are pragmatic next-level thinkers.
We come up with novel and unique ideas. We explore new strategies to avoid being constrained by conventional thinking.

We take ownership.
We approach ambiguous problems, prepared to dive in, get curious, and learn more. We are results-driven, always challenging ourselves to exceed goals.

Be at Home at Home Chef

We all show up authentically at Home Chef. Our team includes individuals with a variety of identities, backgrounds, and perspectives. You can trust that you'll be able to bring your whole self to an inclusive and enjoyable workplace.

We welcome people of all races, colors, religions, national origin or ancestry, sex (including sexual identity), age, physical or mental disabilities, pregnancy, veteran or military status, unfavorable discharge from military service, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, order of protection status, citizenship status, arrest record or expunged/sealed convictions, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state, or local law.

Home Chef is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Home Chef will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact our People team at hr@homechef.com.

Home Chef offers the base salary range as posted below, with the exact offer depending on factors such as geographic location, experience, skills, and internal equity. While compensation is within the provided range, it is not typical for offers to be made at the upper end. In addition to base salary, Home Chef provides a comprehensive benefits package, including healthcare coverage, 401k match, and paid time off.

Illinois Pay Range
$19.75—$19.75 USD

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