Warehouse Associate 1 (General Warehouse)

Job Title

Manual and clerical inventory support in processing and verifying merchandise/cartons.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Checks and inspects cartons to reflect accurate quantity and condition for further processing.
• Prepares cartons for processing by:
  • Locating, preparing and affixing appropriate labels.
  • Packing, labeling, and scanning cartons, as required.
  • Sorting and routing cartons.
  • Entering appropriate information in inventory systems as required.
  • Loading, unloading, and picking, as required.
• Prepares merchandise for distribution, including:
  • Checks, inspects, and logs data into the appropriate inventory systems to reflect the quantity and condition of merchandise received or distributed.
  • Takes necessary steps to prepare merchandise for inventory and distribution.
  • Inspects merchandise visually to determine disposition, as assigned.
  • Enters/logs appropriate data into on-line systems, as required.
• Performs one or more stock handling tasks, such as:
  • Packing, unpacking, banding, and assembling merchandise.
  • Sorting and routing merchandise
  • Weighing merchandise.
  • Moves cartons from one location to another, either manually or mechanically.
  • Picking, labeling, and scanning, as required.
• Operates simple warehouse equipment as necessary.
• Performs other related manual tasks, as assigned.

Core Competencies & Accomplishments:

• Requires the ability to understand and follow general and/or written instructions. Involves the use of elementary arithmetic.
• Familiarity with use of contemporary merchandise processing equipment (i.e. hand-held scanners)
• Familiarity with use of warehouse equipment and inventory systems.
• Ability to learn computer processing systems.
• Ability to work efficiently
• Ability to determine which prescribed steps to take to process problem cartons and to resolve identified discrepancies.
• Physical Essential Function (Lifting): Frequent 0 - 30lbs; Occasional 30 - 75lbs
• Six months experience in the same or related tasks is preferable.

Internal Candidates:

• Must have an Achiever rating, or higher, on 2017 Performance Appraisal.
• Those with Policy Violations issued within the last 12 months will not be considered.
• Information regarding current family members working in the same facility location must be reported when submitting the application. Failure to do so will disqualify the Associate from consideration.

If eligible, we offer a competitive benefits package including medical/dental/vision, term life insurance, paid vacation/holidays*, and 401(k) with Company match. All associates are eligible for an associate discount on JCPenney merchandise. *For paid vacation days, as well as eligibility requirements for other benefits, please visit

JCPenney is the shopping destination for diverse, working American families. With inclusivity at its core, the Company's product assortment meets customers' everyday needs and helps them commemorate every special occasion with style, quality, and value. JCPenney offers a broad portfolio of fashion, apparel, home, beauty, and jewelry from national and private brands and provides personal services including salon, portrait and optical. The Company and its 50,000 associates worldwide serve customers where, when, and how they want to shop - from jcp.com to more than 650 stores in the U.S. and Puerto Rico. In 2022, JCPenney celebrates 120 years as an iconic American brand by continuing its legacy of connecting with customers through shopping and community engagement.

Pay Range: USD $17.00/Hr -USD $21.50/Hr.