Warehouse Associate

The Container Store Inc.•Coppell, TX

44d

About The Position

The Container Store is hiring Warehouse Associates across multiple distribution center departments. Associates work in a fast-paced environment using warehouse technology and equipment to receive, organize, replenish, pick, pack, and ship merchandise. Department assignments and specific working hours will be discussed during the hiring process. Available schedule patterns include Sunday–Wednesday, Thursday–Saturday, and Monday–Friday. Responsibilities vary by department and may include replenishing and putting away merchandise, preparing store replenishment shipments, fulfilling e-commerce orders, or receiving inbound products. Associates help maintain inventory accuracy and organization, follow established procedures and productivity standards, and contribute to a clean, organized, and safe workplace. The role may involve conveyor systems, multi-level warehouse areas, elevated storage, and a non-climate-controlled environment.

Requirements

Must be 18 years of age or older.
Minimum 3 months combined work history.
Proficiency in operating multiple pieces of warehouse powered equipment, such as walkie rider, stock chaser, stand-up forklift, order picker, and/or reach truck.
Ability to pass background checks and investigations as required by foreign, federal, state, and local regulations; periodic checks and reinvestigations may be performed based on position responsibility and sensitivity.
Ability to work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner.
Arrive on time, be prepared to begin work at the scheduled shift time, and work scheduled hours; flexibility to work additional hours based on changing business needs is required.
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in a professional manner, orally and in writing, at all levels within and outside the organization.
Flexible, positive attitude and passion for knowledge.
Focused attention to detail while working quickly and accurately under pressure.
Ability to follow established procedures, meet productivity standards, learn and use warehouse technology and equipment, and support other departments as operational needs change.
Ability to work around conveyor systems and in multi-level warehouse areas and comfort working in a non-climate-controlled environment.
Ability to exemplify The Container Store brand, described as matchless, fun, authentic, team-focused, and life-changing.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Experience working in a distribution center or warehouse environment preferred.
Knowledge of distribution systems such as labor management systems, radio frequency devices, and voice picking preferred.

Responsibilities

Move merchandise from receiving areas to designated storage and picking locations.
Use handheld technology to complete inventory replenishment and putaway tasks.
Operate warehouse equipment, which may include pallet jacks, order pickers, reach trucks, and forklifts.
Maintain accurate inventory placement and organization throughout the distribution center.
Pick, pack, and prepare merchandise for shipment to retail stores.
Use voice-picking technology to fulfill replenishment orders accurately.
Load and secure merchandise for transportation; verify product quantities and maintain order accuracy.
Support receiving, inventory processing, and other warehouse operations as needed.
Pick, pack, and load customer orders accurately and efficiently using voice-picking technology and warehouse systems.
Verify product quantities and quality before shipment; follow standardized procedures for picking, packing, loading, and carton cutting.
Prepare completed packages for shipment to customers.
Unload and sort incoming merchandise; receive, count, and inspect products for accuracy and quality.
Help ensure inventory is properly processed and accounted for and support the efficient flow of products throughout the distribution center.
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment and follow established procedures and productivity standards.

Benefits

Starting pay of $18.00 per hour.
Health insurance, including competitive health plans.
Dental insurance.
Vision insurance.
401(k) retirement savings plan with optional investment guidance and assistance through Fidelity.
Competitive sick pay and paid time off plan.
For full-time associates: basic life insurance and disability insurance options.
For full-time associates: accident insurance, critical illness insurance, and hospital indemnity insurance.
For full-time associates: flexible spending accounts (FSAs).
For full-time associates: parental leave policies, adoption and surrogacy assistance, and fertility and maternity support program.
For full-time associates: paid holidays, gym membership discounts, and qualified transportation benefits program.
For full-time associates: discounts on merchandise, custom spaces, services, gift cards, and pet insurance.
Service awards and retirement gifts, recognition for employees who exemplify core principles, and recognition of exceptional daily contributions.
Employee Resource and Affinity Groups.
Fun and collaborative work environment with opportunities to learn and grow.