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Warehouse Operator - 3rd Shift

Zekelman Industries · Rochelle, IL · Full time

Posted Nov 20, 2025 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

Tell me about a time you found an inventory count that didn't match the system. What did you do?

What they are checking: Whether they report and help fix count errors instead of working around them.

How do you keep up your pace when the shift is busy without getting sloppy?

What they are checking: Whether they can balance productivity and accuracy in a fast-paced warehouse.

Tell me about a time you made a picking or shipping mistake. How did you catch it and what changed?

What they are checking: Whether they own mistakes and build habits to prevent them from happening again.

What would you do

You notice a load on a truck isn't secured the way it should be, but the driver says it's fine. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they'll speak up about an unsafe load even when someone else is in a hurry.

Someone on your crew keeps cutting corners on safety. How do you handle it?

What they are checking: Whether they champion safe work as the posting asks, even with peers.

This is a third-shift job. What's your experience working overnight, and how do you stay sharp?

What they are checking: Whether they can handle the overnight schedule safely and show up reliably.

What would you do if you damaged product while moving it?

What they are checking: Whether they report damage right away so it doesn't reach a customer.

About the work

What lift equipment have you run, and how heavy were the loads?

What they are checking: Whether they have real experience moving heavy, long loads like steel tube, not just light pallets.

What do you check on a forklift before you start a shift?

What they are checking: Whether a pre-use inspection is a habit, which is the first sign of a safe operator.

How do you make sure the order you pull matches what the customer actually ordered?

What they are checking: Whether they verify item, size and count every time, since accuracy is named as essential in this role.

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The full job description

As published by Zekelman Industries.

You may not know our name, but you know our products. What we make is part the places where we live, work and play – all day, everyday. Zekelman is a family of companies — 100% domestic manufacturers — with a legacy dating back to 1877. We’re proud to be the largest independent steel pipe and tube manufacturer in North America and the leading innovator in multi-family housing development. We believe in what we build and what we build, builds the world around us. Hospitals, hotels, schools, bridges, airports and more. Come build a career you believe in. About the Role The Warehouse Associate plays a key role in supporting warehouse operations at Zekelman Industries by ensuring accurate order fulfillment, safe material handling, and efficient shipment processing. The role contributes directly to operational flow by preparing materials, handling inbound and outbound shipments, and maintaining inventory accuracy. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, safety-focused, and effective in a fast-paced environment where accuracy and productivity are essential. Shift: 3rd Pay: $22.50/hr + Incentive What You’ll Do • Champions safe work practices in alignment with company policies and regulatory standards. • Prepares materials, products, and equipment for shipment and distribution. • Processes and fulfills orders for customers and internal teams. • Picks, packs, and stages orders while verifying accuracy using scanning tools. • Loads shipments onto flatbed trucks or LTL carriers. • Receives, inspects, and processes incoming materials while reporting damages. • Replenishes warehouse stock and rotates inventory using a reach truck or forklift. • Operates forklifts, order pickers, reach trucks, and walkie rider pallet jacks to move materials efficiently. • Standardizes and improves shipping and receiving procedures to enhance accuracy and efficiency. • Performs additional warehouse duties as assigned. • Maintains regular, full-time onsite attendance. Who You Are • Brings a minimum of 2 years of warehouse experience; steel or tubing experience preferred. • Demonstrates basic math proficiency for accurate order processing. • Communicates effectively to support collaboration with cross-functional teams. • Solves problems effectively in a warehouse environment. • Maintains strong attention to detail to ensure accuracy and meet quality standards. Physical Abilities • Performs regular standing, walking, lifting, bending, and material-handling tasks. • Operates warehouse equipment in a fast-paced environment. • Works in conditions involving noise, moving equipment, and varying temperatures. What You’ll Get • Competitive compensation • Bonus plan and profit-sharing opportunities • 401(k) plan with company match • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance • Tuition assistance program • Paid vacation and holidays • Employee loyalty awards Compensation & Benefits Below is the expected base hourly range for this position. This is a good-faith estimate, and offers will be determined based on experience, education, skill set, and interview performance. Base Hourly Range: $22.50/hr + Incentive Zekelman Industries offers competitive compensation and excellent benefits, including low-cost, high-quality medical and dental benefits.  In addition, we have an amazing tuition assistance program, a bonus plan, a 401(k) plan with a generous company match, immediate vesting, and much more. M/F/D/V We are Zekelman Industries. We manufacture superior quality tubular and related products, and provide outstanding service for our valued customers. We seek to continuously advance the skills and opportunities of our employees, utilizing the latest technology and management tools available to consistently increase profitability and the enterprise value of Zekelman Industries and of our customers.

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