Reach Truck and Order Picker Warehouse Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

Overview

Are you ready to play a key role in keeping our distribution center running smoothly? Join us as a Replenishment and Putaway Specialist at The Container Store, where you'll be at the forefront of ensuring our inventory is always stocked and organized for seamless operations. With your keen attention to detail and precision, you'll ensure that every item is accurately stored and easily accessible, enabling us to meet the demands of our customers effectively. This role offers full-time hours with competitive hourly rates. If you're looking for an opportunity to make an impact within a fast-paced environment, apply now and become an essential part of our distribution center team !

What We Stand For 

Be a valued and much appreciated part of our team in our 600,000 square-foot automated distribution center in Aberdeen, Maryland.  Founded in 1978, we are the nation’s original and leading retailer of storage and organization products from custom closets to solutions for every space in your home. The Container Store has store locations from coast to coast and a thriving online business. Each of the wonderfully innovative products found in our stores is received, processed and shipped from one of our distribution centers.  There are many career opportunities on our distribution team!

Here’s a sneak peek at our world-class Distribution Center.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for timely and accurately relocating inventory from the Receiving dock to either open-air reserve locations or active pick locations
• Responsible for using a pallet jack to perform putaway tasks in multi-level pick modules
• Utilize handheld devices to receive replenishment and putaway tasks
• Ability to maneuver equipment, navigating aisles, and using the lift mechanism to reach high racks. Adheres to safety protocols to prevent accidents and injuries.
• Ability to consistently meet time-based productivity standards
• Comfortable working in multi-level picking modules and around conveyor systems
• Maintains a safe work area, adhering to safety policies and procedures
• Supports and works in other departments throughout the Distribution Center
• Ability to work in a non-climate-controlled environment
• This role also entails maintaining inventory accuracy throughout the Distribution Center

We believe in taking care of our team.  That's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package that goes beyond just health insurance (though we've got that covered too!). Here at The Container Store, we're passionate about helping you  contain your health ,  grow your career , and  find balance in your life .

Here's a peek at what you can expect:

• Rewarding pay  to recognize the value you bring to the team. Starting at $19.00 an hour, up to $20.00 an hour.
• Competitive health, dental, and vision plans to keep you and your loved ones well.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with optional investment guidance and assistance offered through Fidelity.
• Unique "1equals3" website for easy access to your benefits information and company updates.
• We've got your back!Competitive sick pay and PTO plan to ensure you can take time off to recharge and come back feeling your best.

For our full-time associates, we offer even more:

• Peace-of-mind benefits: Basic life insurance, disability insurance options, accident insurance, critical illness insurance, hospital indemnity insurance and flexible spending accounts (FSAs).
• Family-focused support: Considerate parental leave policies, adoption and surrogacy assistance, and fertility & maternity support program.
• Work-life balance boosters: Paid holidays, gym membership discounts, and a qualified transportation benefits program to save on commutes.
• Discounts galore: Enjoy a hefty discount on our amazing products, including merchandise, custom spaces, and services, gift cards, and pet insurance (because fur-babies matter!).
• Recognition you deserve : We honor our employees with service awards and retirement gifts, celebrate those who exemplify our core principles, and recognize exceptional daily contributions.

But that's not all!  We offer a fun and collaborative work environment where you can learn, grow, and make a real difference.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Experience operating a Reach Truck and Order Picker (Cherry Picker)
• Versatility within the department, encompassing various tasks such as utilizing equipment and performing RPA duties by foot
• Possesses strong communication skills and proficiency in utilizing radio communication
• Experience working in a highly automated distribution environment a plus. Knowledge of various distribution systems such as warehouse management system, radio frequency devices and voice picking preferred
• Arrives on time and is prepared to begin work at the scheduled shift time and committed to working scheduled hours with flexibility to work additional hours based on changing business needs
• Makes strategic and effective decisions in the best interest of our customers and our company, taking care to objectively process information
• Ability to work within and exemplify The Container Store brand which we describe as matchless, fun, authentic, team-focused and life-changing
• This position requires associates to stand 100% of the time and walk approximately 50% of the time with the ability to lift up to 47 pounds independently

The Container Store promotes a smoke-free, drug-free environment. 

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act

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