Warehouse Associate at Stratus in Elmhurst, IL

Overview

Your Career In The Stratusphere

There’s never been a better time to join Stratus!

As the market leader in brand implementation and maintenance, we help the world’s most recognized brands show up consistently, everywhere they operate. From exterior signage and interior branding to site refreshes, digital signage, and ongoing repair and maintenance, we bring brands to life where it matters most. Our work extends far beyond installation; we become a long-term partner in helping brands succeed.

At Stratus, every employee plays a direct role in that impact. We operate with a strong commitment to customer service, a focus on execution, and a bias for action. If you're looking for a place where your contributions are visible, your growth is supported, and your work makes a real difference, you’ll find it here.

The Opportunity

The Warehouse Associate supports the day-to-day flow of materials and finished products through the Interior Branding warehouse. This hands-on role is responsible for receiving, storing, crating, packaging, moving, and preparing products for shipment while maintaining accurate inventory records and supporting on-time production and delivery. You will work closely with Warehouse, Production, Shipping, and other teams to keep materials organized, inventory accurate, and orders moving efficiently.Safety is a core part of the role. The Warehouse Associate is expected to bring a safety-first mindset to every task by operating forklifts and material-handling equipment responsibly, following PPE and lifting requirements, maintaining clear and organized work areas, and speaking up when a hazard or unsafe condition is identified.

Responsibilities

• Receive, inspect, move, store, stage, and prepare materials and finished products in accordance with warehouse procedures and production priorities.
• Build and assemble crates, cartons, and custom shipping containers and securely package finished products to protect them during storage and transportation.
• Operate stand-up and sit-down forklifts, pallet jacks, and other authorized material-handling equipment safely to move products, materials, and crates throughout the facility.
• Load and unload delivery vehicles, verify shipment quantities and condition, and report damage, shortages, or discrepancies promptly.
• Maintain accurate inventory records by completing ERP transactions, tracking material movement and usage, and supporting cycle counts and physical inventory activities.
• Label, tag, organize, and stage products, crates, materials, and warehouse locations to support efficient retrieval, production flow, and shipment readiness.
• Partner with Production, Shipping, drivers, and other teams to communicate material needs, shipment status, scheduling issues, and operational constraints.
• Perform routine equipment checks and report forklift, pallet jack, racking, or other warehouse equipment concerns before use when a condition could affect safe operation.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safety-focused warehouse using 5S or similar practices, including keeping aisles, exits, work areas, and material-storage locations clear and orderly.
• Support local deliveries or pickups when assigned and qualified, and provide additional warehouse support during peak periods, including overtime or weekend work when business needs require.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Previous warehouse, manufacturing, crating, packaging, shipping, receiving, or material-handling experience preferred.
• Forklift certification for stand-up and sit-down equipment preferred; ability to complete required company training and certification is required if not currently certified.
• Basic computer skills and ability to learn ERP, inventory, shipping, and production tracking systems.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to accurately count, label, document, and track materials and finished products.
• Strong organization, communication, and teamwork skills with the ability to adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced warehouse environment.
• Ability to safely use basic hand tools and packaging equipment used for crate building, packaging, and material preparation.
• Valid Class C driver’s license preferred to support occasional transportation or delivery-related needs.
• Demonstrated commitment to safe work practices, including proper PPE use, equipment checks, safe lifting and material handling, and timely reporting of hazards or unsafe conditions.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, and perform material-handling activities for extended periods and safely lift and move items up to 50 pounds, with assistance or equipment used for heavier loads.

What We Offer

Culture & Growth

• Supportive, collaborative work environment
• Career growth and advancement opportunities
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Regular coaching, feedback, and mentorship to support growth

Health & Wellbeing

• Competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage
• Health Savings Accounts with employer contributions
• Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care
• Employee Assistance Program

Financial Security

• Weekly pay schedule
• 401(k) with employer match
• Company-paid life insurance
• Company-paid short- and long-term disability coverage

Work-Life Balance

• Generous paid time off and company holidays
• Volunteer Time Off
• Paid parental leave

Pay Transparency

$17.00 - $19.00 Hourly

This range reflects the anticipated compensation for this role at the time of posting. Actual pay may vary based on factors such as job-related skills, experience, education, location, and business needs. This position may also be eligible for bonus or incentive compensation based on the nature of the position, individual, department, and/or company performance.

Work Environment

This role operates in an active warehouse and production environment and requires frequent standing, walking, bending, reaching, lifting, carrying, and material handling throughout the workday. The position may involve operation of forklifts, pallet jacks, hand tools, and packaging equipment and may include exposure to noise, dust, varying temperatures, moving vehicles, and production materials. The role requires the ability to safely lift and move items up to 50 pounds, with assistance or material-handling equipment used for heavier loads. Required personal protective equipment and all applicable safety procedures must be followed at all times.

Pre-Employment Requirements

All offers of employment with Stratus are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check, in accordance with applicable laws. For certain roles, including those designated as safety-sensitive or regulated positions, employment may also be contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment drug screening and/or other regulatory requirements.

Our Commitment to Inclusion

Stratus is committed to building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace where everyone has the opportunity to succeed. We are proud to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status under applicable law.

Qualified applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the terms of the Americans with Disabilities Act and/or certain state or local laws. Please contact people.culture@onestratus.com if you need an accommodation due to a disability to complete an application, job interview, and/or to otherwise participate in the hiring process. This email does not respond to non-accommodations related requests.

Additional Information

This job description is not intended to be a complete list of all duties or responsibilities. Responsibilities may change at any time based on the needs of Stratus.