Warehouse Associate - Grainger Businesses : Job Details

Who We AreGrainger is a leading broad line distributor with operations primarily in North America, Japan and the United Kingdom. We achieve our purpose, We Keep the World Working®, by serving more than 4.5 million customers with a wide range of products that keep their operations running and their people safe. Grainger also delivers services and solutions, such as technical support and inventory management, to save customers time and money. We're looking for passionate people who can move our company forward. We have a welcoming workplace where you can build a career for yourself while fulfilling our purpose to keep the world working. We embrace new ways of thinking and recognize everyone is an individual. Find your way with Grainger today.Pay and Benefits: Pay starting at $18.50/hour with three raises in 12 months bringing your pay to $19.70/hour + $1/hour for powered industrial equipment (PIE) operators** Medical, dental, and vision coverage Paid time off and 6 company holidays per year 6% 401(k) company contribution each pay period Employee discounts and more Safety shoes provided You Will The ideal candidate for this role has a passion for providing an effortless customer experience and takes seriously Grainger's commitment to help customers (and global industry) keep their operations running and their people safe. Tasks include:Receiving, storing and shipping productMeeting productivity, quality, safety, behavioral and attendance expectationsUsing established procedures, tools, equipment, and technologies to complete inbound and outbound processes within a distribution centerPrincipal Duties & Responsibilities:Safely perform assigned warehouse functions utilizing established processes, procedures and tools, while meeting performance expectations for productivity, quality, safety and attendance.Functions may include, but are not limited to: unloading, put-away, sorting, labeling, picking, packing, replenishing, auditing, shipping, making boxes, etc.Comply with Grainger policies, guidelines and procedures, as well as state and federal regulations, OSHA and Hazardous Material requirements in the storage, handling and movement of product.Perform, as necessary, maintenance and upkeep duties help to maintain a clean, safe, organized work environment.Actively participate in process improvements by utilizing Grainger's quality system.Essential Functions and Requirements:Must be able to tolerate an environment with exposure to heat, cold, noise, dust and work around moving equipment.Able to meet productivity, quality, safety, and attendance requirements, including overtime as required.Able to continuously lift, slide and lower packages up to 50 pounds (may frequently weigh up to 75 pounds)May be required to operate powered industrial equipment to pick and/or put away items in racks, which can be 34 feet tall and, at times, configured in narrow aisles.Must be able to work at various elevated stations throughout the DC.Able to operate computerized scanning equipment.Able to work in a team environment.You HaveEducation & Experience: High school diploma or equivalent. High school seniors permitted.Work Environment: This position reports directly to a distribution center supervisor and/or process manager, and has regular interaction with other associates.Impact: The efficiency and effectiveness of this position directly impacts customer satisfaction and profitability. Position must operate in compliance with OSHA and hazardous materials guidelines. DEI StatementGrainger is an Equal Opportunity Workplace and an Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.