Warehouse Associate (Trade Shows & Events)

Job Description

Job Description

At Impact XM, we don’t just produce trade shows and events—we create unforgettable experiences that help brands connect with their audiences. Behind every show-stopping booth and flawless activation is a team that keeps the gears turning. That’s where you come in.

We’re looking for a Warehouse Associate (Trade Shows & Events) to join our team in the Chicagoland area. In this role, you’ll be hands-on in our warehouse, ensuring client and rental assets are organized, well-maintained, and ready to ship. From pulling materials for hybrid booths to operating forklifts and staging assets, you’ll play a vital part in helping us deliver excellence for our clients.

What You’ll Do

• Support all aspects of warehouse operations—including RIs, AV, express orders, logistics, receiving, offloading, and staging
• Operate forklifts daily to pull and organize client assets.
• Maintain client and rental assets in “ready-to-ship” condition and complete RIs for all assets.
• Read CAD drawings to determine required materials for each job.
• Recognize and pull all components needed for hybrid booths.
• Perform regular inventory checks using Impact XM's inventory management system
• Contribute regularly to the cleanliness of the warehouse
• Monitor assets, reporting damages or refurbishment needs to supervisors.
• Restock and organize assets in designated areas, keeping the warehouse in tour-ready condition.
• Work independently while following production schedules set by the Operations Coordinator.

What We’re Looking For

• Associate’s degree, technical training, or equivalent experience (6 months–1 year in a related role).
• Comfortable operating forklifts and working in a warehouse environment.
• Ability to follow detailed pull lists.
• Organized, detail-oriented, and proactive in problem-solving.
• Strong communication skills—able to collaborate across teams and with clients.
• Basic computer knowledge (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Ability to lift and move up to 50 lbs on a regular basis.

About Impact XM

Impact XM is a global event and experiential marketing agency that empowers brands to power business. From events, exhibits and environments to digital engagements and consumer activations, we create experiences that connect brands and consumers in a meaningful way. This ensures we live up to our name by making a positive impact on people’s lives and our clients’ business.

OUR BRAND – What We Believe

Passion is Paramount – We love what we do, take pride in doing it and celebrate what we accomplish.

ABC Always Be CURIOUS – We explore the possibilities, discover innovative solutions, and learn from experience.

We> Me Collaboration and transparent communication creates our best work.

Trust is Earned – We are defined by our actions and held accountable to our co-workers, clients, and outcomes.

Respect is Given – We understand, acknowledge, and appreciate the perspective and actions of others.

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