Ultimate Autographs, a leading sports memorabilia company specializing in authentic signed collectibles from some of the biggest names in sports. We are seeking a Shipping & Receiving Associate to join our growing team in Burr Ridge, Illinois.
This hands-on role is responsible for receiving incoming memorabilia shipments, inspecting products for accuracy and condition, and preparing customer orders for shipment. The ideal candidate is dependable, detail-oriented, organized and thrives in a fast-paced team environment.
What You'll Do
- Receive and unpack incoming shipments of sports memorabilia and collectibles.
- Inspect product for damage, accuracy, and authentication documentation.
- Verify incoming shipments against invoices.
- Process product intake and apply labels as directed.
- Pack and prepare customer orders for shipment while maintaining accuracy and meeting daily deadlines.
- Create shipping labels and prepare packages for carrier pickup.
- Maintain an organized, clean, and efficient warehouse environment.
- Assist with periodic inventory counts and warehouse organization projects.
- Pick up office or warehouse supplies from local stores when needed.
- Assist with special projects, including Mystery Box assembly and other production-related tasks.
- Perform additional duties as assigned.
What Success Looks Like
- Customer orders are shipped accurately and on time.
- Incoming products are processed efficiently and without errors.
- Memorabilia is carefully inspected and handled to maintain quality standards.
- Warehouse areas remain organized, clean, and operational.
- Team members can rely on you to follow through and meet deadlines.
Qualifications
- Previous experience in shipping, receiving, warehouse operations, or fulfillment preferred.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to identify product discrepancies or damage.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Basic computer proficiency, including email and business software applications.
- Experience with Google Workspace, Microsoft Excel, Shopify, shipping software, and Slack is a plus.
- Interest in sports, collectibles, or memorabilia is preferred.
- Ability to lift and move products and supplies weighing 40+ pounds.
- Ability to stand and move throughout the workday.
- High school diploma or equivalent required; college coursework is a plus.
Note: This position does not involve forklift operation as a primary job function. The role focuses on receiving, inspecting, processing, and shipping sports memorabilia products.
Schedule & Location
- Location: Burr Ridge, IL (In Office)
- Schedule: Monday-Friday, 9:00am - 5:30pm
- Hours: 40 hours per week, with occasional overtime as business needs require.
Why Join Ultimate Autographs?
- Full-time employees are eligible for retirement plan - 401(k), dental and health insurance, and PTO benefits.
- Work in the exciting sports memorabilia and collectibles industry.
- Handle authentic memorabilia from professional athletes across major sports.
- Be part of a collaborative, passionate, and growing team.
- Gain experience in e-commerce fulfillment and warehouse operations.
- Contribute directly to creating memorable experiences for collectors and fans across the country.
If you're dependable, detail-oriented, and enjoy working in a team environment, we'd like to hear from you.
Compensation - $19.00 per hour
Looking to start a career in the fast-paced world of sports memorabilia?
Ultimate Autographs is looking for hard-working professionals who are both passionate about their craft AND passionate about sports.
About Ultimate Autographs:
At Ultimate Autographs, our mission is to ensure every customer feels like a VIP, while providing 100% authentic autographed sports memorabilia.
Ultimate Autographs take pride in dealing with professional athletes and working ethically in all areas of the sports memorabilia industry. We want to ensure the highest quality and authenticity of each and every single item.
Ultimate Autographs caters to the needs of sports fans and collectors who are passionate about owning genuine memorabilia. We've been focused on growing our name within the sports memorabilia world, and most importantly, cultivating a team of great people who come to work each day excited about interacting with customers and like-minded fans!
The Ultimate Autographs Sports Memorabilia Mystery Box is the internet's most trusted, unique and sought-after sport memorabilia collecting experience! Collectors are able to purchase a box from a Mystery Box Series and experience the excitement of opening their box in comfort of their home or join the experience live during our daily shows streamed over several platforms on Facebook, YouTube and Twitch!
We are located just outside Chicago, IL in the town of Burr Ridge. We are only thirty minutes from downtown Chicago and less than twenty minutes from Downers Grove, La Grange, and Bolingbrook.