Warehouse Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

Overview

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.

Direct to Consumer (E-commerce Fulfillment) department is looking for Pickers/Packers to join our e-commerce team! As a Picker/Packer, you will utilize cutting-edge technology and powered equipment to pick and pack orders accurately and efficiently, ensuring that every package meets our high standards. Your attention to detail will be essential as you navigate computer-based programs to streamline order processing and exceed customer expectations. Whether you are an experienced Picker/Packer or looking to start your career in this exciting field, this role offers full-time hours onsite, competitive hourly rates, and room for growth. 

• Beginning of Week: Sunday–Wednesday, 7:00am–5:30pm
• End of Week: Thursday–Saturday, 7:00am–7:30pm (+ $1 shift differential)

Store Replenishment Specialist at The Container Store, where you will play a central role in our operations by ensuring timely and accurate inventory replenishment to meet customer needs. Your responsibilities will include efficiently picking retail merchandise using state-of-the-art voice picking technology and loading items onto store trailers with precision and attention to detail. Detail-oriented individuals will help us maintain optimal stock levels, ensuring our retail stores operate smoothly. 

• Monday–Friday, 8:00am–4:30pm

Inbound/Receiving Specialist
Be the first stop for every product that enters our building. You'll unload and sort incoming freight, then receive, count, and quality-check it to keep our inventory accurate.

• Monday–Friday, 8:00am–4:30pm

Responsibilities

• Ability to follow standardized work as it relates to picking, packing and cutting procedures   
• Ability to consistently meet time-based productivity standards
• Utilizes the voice picking system to fulfill customer orders accurately and efficiently
• Ensures the correct quantity and quality of items are picked/packed for each order according to established procedures
• Comfortable working in multi-level picking modules and around conveyor systems
• Maintains a safe work area, adhering to safety policies and procedures
• Adheres to standardized work as it relates to picking (less than case and full case), packing and cutting procedures   
• Supports and works in various departments throughout the Distribution Center
• Ability to work in a non-climate-controlled environment
• Maintains inventory accuracy throughout the Distribution Center

Here's a peek at what you can expect:

• PAY starting at $18.00 an hour, up to $19.00 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
• Proficiency in operating walkie rider and stock chaser
• Experience working in a highly automated distribution environment a plus.
• Knowledge of various distribution systems such as labor management system, radio frequency devices and voice picking preferred
• Utilization of pneumatic tools and the ability to cut metal to precision
• A strong sense of spatial awareness to ensure accurate packaging of items efficiently, securely, and in a manner that optimizes space utilization
• This position requires associates to stand 100% of the time and walk approximately 50% of the time with the ability to lift to 47 pounds independently
• Proficiency in computer skills
• Ability to work independently, efficiently managing picking and packing tasks and responsibilities in a fast-paced environment
• 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

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

Distribution Center Physical Requirements

State Specific Notices