2nd Shift Warehouse Associate M-F

Caleres; Lebanon, Northern (TN, KY); Hybrid; USD 2,066,000 - 2,755,000; Full time

Job summary

Caleres in Lebanon, TN is seeking an entry-level Warehouse Associate for a distribution center. You will handle inventory transactions, pack shipments, and apply accurate shipping labels while maintaining quality and safety standards.

The role requires the ability to lift up to 50 lbs, stand for the full shift, and work extended hours if needed. You will learn new order processing technologies and contribute to continuous process improvements within a fast-paced team.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• 0-2 years’ experience in a distribution environment preferred.
• Experience using RF devices preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. with or without accommodation.
• Must be able to stand for the entire shift.
• May be required to work at heights (mezzanines) and ladders.
• Basic math skills required.
• Stay calm and effective in high-pressure situations.
• Extended hours or days may be required.

Responsibilities

• Meet or exceed labor standards and KPIs.
• Process inventory transactions by case or pair.
• Perform processing activities per work instructions.
• Operate center equipment (e.g., carton erector) as needed.
• Pack cartons neatly and apply correct shipping labels.
• Perform quality assurance and value-add activities.
• Communicate operational errors to supervisors and resolve issues.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement best practices.
• Maintain equipment and supply stocks; participate in 5S and safety audits.

Skills

RF devices

Communication

Adaptability

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

RF devices

Job description

What We Do – Accountabilities

• Assures property safety procedures are followed.
• Assures compliance of company policies at all times.
• Assures the maintenance of facilities; Housekeeping – 5S
• Assures high quality standards in performance of operational processes are reached.
• Assures daily operations are completed efficiently with daily goals accomplished.

Essential Functions

• Meets or exceeds Labor standards/KPIs
• Physically and systematically process inventory transactions by case or pair through the facility.
• Perform processing activities as defined by the work instruction by functional area.
• Operate equipment as required by functional work area. (for example- Carton erector)
• Work at a steady pace and with a sense of urgency.
• Maintain a high attention to detail.
• Pack cartons in a neat and orderly fashion.
• Ensure the correct shipping label is applied to the outbound carton.
• Perform Quality assurance activities as required.
• Perform value add activities as required.
• Assist in resolution of operational issues.
• Communicate operational errors to supervisors.
• Identify opportunities for improvement and implement as best practices.
• Adopt and support changes in policies and procedures.
• Perform training while also participating in cross training activities.
• Maintain equipment and supply stocks.
• Perform 5 S Audit as requested.
• Perform Safety inspections as requested.
• Communicate effectively at all levels of the organization.
• Ability to learn new order processing technology.
• Assist in other areas of the operation.
• Ability to take direction and feedback.
• Ability to comprehend and apply work instructions.

Preferred Qualifications & Education

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• 0-2 years’ experience in distribution environment
• Experience using RF devices
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. with or without accommodation
• Able to be on feet for the entire shift.
• May be required to work at heights, such as mezzanines, use ladders to fix carton jams.
• Must be capable of performing basic math.
• Remain calm and effective in high-pressure situations.
• Must be able to work extended hours or days.

Physical Requirements and/or Environment

Distribution Center