Warehouse Associate, Columbus - Flex
About The Position
As a Warehouse Associate, you will support a seamless, customer-focused experience by receiving, storing, picking, packing, sorting, and shipping merchandise. You will handle merchandise carefully, help maintain a clean and organized warehouse, and contribute to on-time delivery and excellent service. The role emphasizes safety, attention to detail, teamwork, and creating a positive, respectful workplace. The position involves warehouse processing and shipping tasks, using computers and handheld technology to enter data, and following area-specific procedures and productivity standards. Schedules and hours depend on business needs and colleague availability. Macy's describes full-time colleagues as typically working 30 or more hours per week and part-time colleagues as typically working 12–24 hours per week; the posting does not specify which schedule applies to this opening.
Requirements
- No education or experience is required.
- Flexible availability for days, evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays, with regular and reliable attendance and punctuality.
- Ability to work as a flexible team player in a fast-paced environment and switch between multiple tasks.
- Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedural manuals.
- Ability to adapt quickly to changing customer expectations and needs.
- Proficiency using computers and handheld technology.
- Ability to understand and communicate effectively with customers, coworkers, and supervisors, and to read and understand employment policies and safety rules and procedures in English.
- Ability to meet the stated physical requirements, including prolonged standing and walking, frequent use of computers and handheld equipment, reaching, crouching, kneeling, stooping, pushing, pulling, and lifting or moving items weighing up to 50–75 pounds.
- Ability to see and hear safety and emergency alarms and Power Industrial Truck (PIT) warning devices.
Responsibilities
- Load and unload cartons and merchandise from delivery trucks, conveyor systems, and other equipment.
- Lift, carry, push, and pull packages on a continuous and repetitive basis while sorting and organizing merchandise.
- Complete processing, receiving, and shipping activities promptly and in accordance with productivity standards.
- Accurately enter data using PCs, handheld computers, radio frequency equipment, or similar devices, and learn area-specific warehouse and proprietary systems.
- Perform job duties safely and promptly report accidents or safety hazards to the safety committee.
- Begin shifts prepared by wearing a name badge, following the dress code, attending start-ups, checking work-area readiness, and staying informed about daily goals.
- Prioritize customers by working quickly and accurately, handling merchandise carefully, and packing customer orders neatly and thoughtfully.
- Help create a welcoming and respectful workplace by greeting coworkers, building trust, assisting new teammates, and supporting colleagues.
- End shifts by tidying the workstation, returning equipment, replenishing supplies, and recognizing coworkers' contributions.
- Foster acceptance and respect and strengthen authentic connections with colleagues, customers, and communities.
Benefits
- Competitive pay and benefits
- Health and wellness coverage
- 401(k) match
- Paid time off
- Eight paid holidays
- Continuous learning and leadership development
- Colleague Resource Groups
- Volunteer opportunities
- Merchandise discounts
- Performance-based incentives
- Annual merit review
- Employee Assistance Program with mental health counseling and legal and financial advice
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
