Distribution Associate

AKIRA Distribution Associate

Are you a fast-paced, detail oriented, and collaborative individual who thrives on delivering results? Then AKIRA may be the place for you! In 2002, AKIRA opened the doors to its first women's clothing boutique in Chicago. Since then, the company has extended its reach to +40 stores across the United States, as well as a thriving eCommerce business () AKIRA is extremely well-poised for sustained growth as we continue to build a nationally recognized brand.

AKIRA's culture has one very large, distinct difference from other high fashion competitors:
Other-Worldly Customer Service and Fanatical, Obsessive Attention to the consumer's needs and desires. The core principle for all employees at AKIRA is to Act and Think Like an Owner, and this belief can be reflected across all areas of the company.

The Position: Distribution Associate

Job Location: Bolingbrook, IL, onsite

Schedule

Monday
- Friday, 8AM to 4:30PM

Starting Pay

$17.00 an hour

Essential Functions:

• Perform all necessary warehouse duties such as receiving, processing and shipping of AKIRA inventory
• Receiving duties may include, but are not limited to unloading and accurately counting all incoming shipments, receiving items into the WMS system
• Processing duties may include, but are not limited to picking, sorting, censoring, scanning and packing of inventory
• Shipping duties may include, but are not limited to safely palletizing and assembling orders for freight shipments according to retail location

• Operate scanners/computers related to warehouse operations

• All other responsibilities as assigned by management

Qualifications:

• Safely operate in a warehouse environment, solid understanding of safety regulations
• Able to push, pull, lift 50 lbs continuously throughout the shift
• Stand/walk 10 hours a day

• Work efficiently as part of a team

• Be able to receive and give feedback effectively

• Working knowledge of computer programs for entering data

• Basic math and recording abilities

The Ideal Candidate Has/Is:

• Excellent organizational skills, keen eye for detail

• Great communication and interpersonal abilities

• Self-motivated with the ability to work in a team environment

Benefits and Perks:AKIRA offers competitive benefits for full-time employees, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Pet Insurance, Life, LTD, FSA/HSA/Dependent Care FSA, Flex Transit (CTA), 401(k), and a generous employee discount. We're committed to internal growth, providing meaningful development and career advancement opportunities.
Compensation:
At AKIRA, we are committed to fair and transparent compensation practices. Compensation for this position will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and other job-related factors. Additional compensation and benefits may also apply and will be discussed during the hiring process.

Job Type: Full-time

Department Distribution Role Distribution Associate Locations Distribution and Fulfillment Center Hourly salary $17

Employment type

Full-time