Shipping Operations Associate

Who is Flock

Flock Safety is the leading safety technology platform helping communities thrive by taking a proactive approach to crime prevention and security. Our hardware and software suite connects cities law enforcement businesses schools and neighborhoods in a nationwide public-private safety network. Trusted by over 5000 communities 4500 law enforcement agencies and 1000 businesses Flock delivers real-time intelligence while prioritizing privacy and responsible innovation.

Were a high-performance low-ego team driven by urgency collaboration and bold thinking. Working at Flock means tackling big challenges moving fast and continuously improving. Its intense but deeply rewarding for those who want to make an impact.

With nearly $700M in venture funding and a $7.5B valuation were scaling intentionally and seeking top talent to help build the impossible. If you value teamwork ownership and solving tough problems Flock could be the place for you.

The Opportunity

Flock Safety is looking for a motivated and organized Warehouse Operations Associate to join the Logistics & Distribution team. You will work with a team of dedicated employees in working toward Flocks overall mission. As an Operations Associate you will play a critical role by helping the team have an organized space concerning all inbound and outbound shipments. This position supports all areas of the Warehouse including but not limited to : merchandise handling receiving shipping packaging and handling operational requests while fostering a culture of team efficiency.

Prepare and package materials for shipment based on guidelines.

Attention to detail and an ability to follow processes effectively.

Generate and apply labels in accordance with the designated procedures.

Keep records of goods that have been shipped and received.

Maintain departmental records including UPS shipments package inventories and packing slips.

Stack and arrange products into crates boxes and cartons.

Provide internal customer support to other departments to assist with their shipping inventory and logistics needs.

Conduct 100% Inventory Audits of products and supporting material.

Conduct cycle counts on vital supplies that support Flocks finished product.

Distribute correct bespoke orders to our talented Field Techs on a daily basis.

Report to management and be accountable for unsuitable products that do not meet Flocks quality standards.

Be prepared to contribute to other warehouse tasks such as assembly and packaging of inventory as directed by management.

An ability to respond to multiple fast-paced requests on shipping order processing and quantity requirements / counts.

This role is located in the Downers Grove IL area.

The Skillset

1 years of experience in a warehouse environment.

Forklift license required; proficient and safe in its operation.

Basic knowledge of Word Google Sheets Salesforce experience is preferred.

Physically capable of performing receiving and material handling activities

Ability to bend and lift up to 40 lbs.

Ability to meet or exceed attendance requirements providing reliable and predictable attendance

Ability to work safely minding personal and team safety in daily operations

Considers the ultimate impact of decisions and actions on internal and external customers

Sets effective work goals establishes priorities and produces quality work

Feeling uneasy that you havent ticked every box Thats okay; weve felt that way too. Studies have shown women and minorities are less likely to apply unless they meet all qualifications. We encourage you to break the status quo and apply to roles that would make you excited to come to work every day.

90 Days at Flock

We are a results-oriented culture and believe job descriptions are a thing of the past. We prescribe to 90-day plans and believe that good days lead to good weeks which lead to good months. This serves as a preview of the 90-day plan you will receive if you were to be hired in this role at Flock Safety.

The First 30 Days

Obtained knowledge of Flocks outbound shipping & distribution operations.

Salesforce usage inventory audits and gaining full knowledge of each process and its severity.

General warehouse safety routine tasks and responsibilities.

The First 60 Days

Accountability in all outbound shipping requirements and documentation.

Basic reporting on orders and their status to the external department.

Warehouse space is utilized effectively for all products and supporting materials.

Participate understand and be proficient in conducting an overall inventory audit.

90 Days & Beyond

Monitored and evaluated all Shipping tasks and responsibilities.

Proficient in utilizing the warehouse space and racking.

Seize the initiative with tasks and have the ability to pivot and prioritize throughout the day.

Have a full understanding of SF locations and how they are utilized to provide the wider Flock with inventory visibility and order processing.

Pay & Equity

In this role youll receive a starting pay between $21-$23 per hour as well as Flock Safety Stock Options. Base pay is determined by job-related experience education / training as well as market indicators. Your recruiter will discuss this in-depth with you during our first chat.

Location

This role is based in Chicago Illinois where youll join our dynamic team to collaborate in person and drive innovation. Candidates must reside in or relocate to Chicago Illinois for this position.

The Perks

PTO : 15 days of vacation time off 5 sick days and 3 personal days annually.

Fully-paid health benefits plan for employees : including Medical Dental and Vision and an HSA match.

Family Leave : All employees receive 12 weeks of 100% paid parental leave. Birthing parents are eligible for an additional 6-8 weeks of physical recovery time.

Fertility & Family Benefits : We have partnered with Maven a complete digital health benefit for starting and raising a family. Flock will provide a $50000-lifetime maximum benefit related to eligible adoption surrogacy or fertility expenses.

Spring Health : Spring Health offers a variety of mental health benefits including therapy coaching medication management and digital tools all tailored to each individuals needs.

Caregiver Support : We have partnered with Cariloop to provide our employees with caregiver support

Carta Tax Advisor : Employees receive 1 : 1 sessions with Equity Tax Advisors who can address individual grants model tax scenarios and answer general questions.

ERGs : We want all employees to thrive and feel like they belong at Flock. We offer three ERGs today - Women of Flock Flock Proud and Melanin Motion. If you are interested in talking to a representative from one of these please let your recruiter know.

Productivity Stipend : $250 per year to use on Audible Calm Masterclass Duolingo Grammarly and so much more.

Flock is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diverse backgrounds and thoughts and welcome everyone to apply for employment with us. We are committed to fostering an environment that is inclusive transparent and collaborative. Mutual respect is central to how Flock operates and we believe the best solutions come from diverse perspectives experiences and skills. We embrace our differences and know that we are stronger working together.

If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability please email us at This information will be treated as confidential and used only to determine an appropriate accommodation for the interview process.

At Flock Safety we compensate our employees fairly for their work. Base salary is determined by job-related experience education / training as well as market indicators. The range above is representative of base salary only and does not include equity sales bonus plans (when applicable) and benefits. This range may be modified in the future. This job posting may span more than one career level.

Required Experience :

IC

Key Skills

Business,Information Management,Accounting,Corporate Risk Management,Faculty,Jms

Employment Type : Full-Time

Department / Functional Area : Operations

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Hourly Salary Salary : 21 - 23