Location: Chicago,IL, USA
This job was posted by : For more information, please see: DepartmentPress Warehouse DockAbout the DepartmentThe University of Chicago Press Distribution Center (CDC) is a state-of-the-art distribution and fulfillment operation, providing a full range of services to the University of Chicago Press and scholarly publishers worldwide. Located in the Historic Pullman District near 110th Langley, the CDC is conveniently located near the Metra and the Bishop Ford Freeway. The facility is two hundred seventy-three thousand square feet housing nearly twelve million books in inventory, and more than nineteen thousand units shipped daily. Our team is hard-working, highly motivated, and enjoy the same benefits as the University of Chicago campus-based employees, many with the added benefit of working close to home. On-the-job training provided.Job InformationResponsibilities:Receive and Process inbound stock.Replenish bins with books.Other warehouse functions as instructed.Dusting/Cleaning product and warehouse.Sweeping/mopping warehouse.Move stock and packing materials.Pack/repack loose stock to cartons.Competencies:Strong judgement needed.Excellent verbal and written skills required.Ability to perform multiple concurrent tasks.Ability to work with limited supervision.Additional RequirementsEducation, Experience, or Certifications:Experience:Warehouse order fulfillment experience preferred, but training is provided.Technical Knowledge or Skills:Familiarity with CRT terminal preferred.Ability to read and calculate simple mathematical problems required.Warehouse order fulfillment experience preferred.Working Conditions and Physical Requirements:Daily attendance.Standing for long periods on concrete floor.Bending, crouching, and stooping throughout the workday.Warehouse environment.Exposure to moving machinery.High dust, dirt environment.High noise environment.Pay Range:\$16.84 - \$17.95Required Documents:ResumeWhen applying, the document(s) MUST be uploaded via the My Experience page, in the section titled Application Documents of the application.Benefit EligibilityYesRequires Compliance with University Covid-19 Vaccination RequirementNoPay FrequencyHourlyPay RangePlease refer to Additional Requirements to see the pay rangesScheduled Weekly Hours40Union024- Local 743, I.B.T. ClericalJob is ExemptNoDrug Test RequiredNoMotor Vehicle Record Inquiry RequiredNoHealth Screen RequiredNoPosting Date2024-07-23Remove from Posting On or Before2025-01-23Posting Statement:The University of Chicago is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity/Disabled/Veterans and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, status as an individual with a disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the University\'s Notice of Nondiscrimination.Staff Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-###-#### or submit a request via Applicant Inquiry Form.We seek a diverse pool of applicants who wish to join an academic community that places the highest value on rigorous inquiry and encourages a diversity of perspectives, experiences, groups of individuals, and ideas to inform and stimulate intellectual challenge, engagement, and exchange.All offers of employment are contingent upon a background check that includes a review o conviction history. A conviction does not automatically preclude University employment. Rather, the University considers conviction information on a case-by-case basis and assesses the nature of the offense, the circumstances surrounding it, the proximity in time of the conviction, and its relevance to the position.The University of Chicago\'s Annual Security & Fire Safety Report (Report) provides information about University offices and programs that provide safety support, crime and fire statistics, emergency response and communications plans, and other policies and information. The Report can be accessed