Distribution Warehouse Material Handler

PetSmart; Ottawa (IL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits: medical, dental, vision

401k

Tuition assistance

Paid time off for full-time associates

Career pathing

Development opportunities

Job summary

A leading pet supply retailer in Ottawa is hiring a Distribution Warehouse Material Handler to ensure efficient product delivery. Candidates should have a passion for pets, the ability to lift up to 50 pounds, and comfort operating powered equipment. This full-time role supports operational goals in a dynamic warehouse environment with various shift options. Competitive benefits include health coverage and career development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Responds to standard requests which may be written, oral, by headset, or walkie talkie.
• Comfortable altering between standing, sitting and walking for an entire shift.
• Willing to operate powered industrial and mechanical equipment.

Responsibilities

• Operate Reach Truck for moving and stacking pallets.
• Unload and sort salvage returns from stores.
• Remove recyclables and debris to maintain cleanliness.

Skills

Passion for pets and people

Ability to lift up to 50 pounds

Capacity to operate powered industrial equipment

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Join to apply for the Distribution Warehouse Material Handler role at PetSmart

About Life At PetSmart

At PetSmart, we’re more than just a company; we’re obsessed with pets and our people too. Our values are rooted in unconditional love—a lesson we learn from our pets—and staying united together. We believe when our associates are happy and healthy, they can provide the best possible care for our furry, scaled, and feathery friends while enjoying a work experience that celebrates them as their authentic selves.

Our Distribution Centers are hiring full-time associates for multiple roles to support the day, night, and weekend shifts. PetSmart offers four 10-hour weekday shifts or three 12-hour weekend shifts. Shifts vary by location and may include shift differential pay.

Shift Examples:

• 1st Shift is Monday - Thursday from 5am - 3:30pm
• 2nd shift is Monday-Thursday 4pm-2:30am
• 3rd Shift is Friday - Sunday from 5am - 5:30pm

Benefits That Benefit You

• Paid weekly
• 3 and 4-day work weeks
• Health benefits: medical, dental, vision
• Shift Differentials
• Pay for Performance
• Referral bonus
• 401k
• Tuition assistance
• Associate discounts
• Paid time off for fulltime associates
• Career pathing
• Development opportunities

Learn more, earn more! Here at PetSmart, we put YOU in charge of your paycheck and career!

• Step increases: We value your continued growth and development and offer six pay increases over your first 24 months!
• We believe associates do most of their learning and development during the first 2 years of service; therefore, we have a seven-step pay program during this time.
• Earn quarterly bonuses based on individual goals and distribution performance
• Pay increases with promotions
• Recommend your friends and family and earn up to $2,000 & four paid discretionary days for additional time off as part of our Associate Referral Bonus Program

The impact you will make

In our Distribution Centers, our goal is to get products to our pet parents as efficiently as possible. The Distribution Warehouse Material Handler plays a vital role in distribution center operations. This role supports the operations team by ensuring the quality and organization of materials.

Material Organization

• Operates Reach Truck to gather, move and stack pallets to support an efficient and smooth operation.
• Operates Dock Stocker to unload, sort, and track all salvage returns from stores.
• Unload and lay down of pallets in reusable condition for order fill processing.

Material Recycling

• Move and stack recyclables to support an efficient and smooth operation.
• Remove corrugate, plastic, and debris from breeze ways containers, bins, gay lords, receptacles, docks, and bags to a level that additional items can be placed in these areas without spillage and run over.

What We Are Looking For

• Passion for pets and people and the desire to grow a fulfilling career.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Apply basic instructions and procedures and responds to standard requests which may be written, oral, by headset or walkie talkie
• Ability to bend, twist, stretch, push, pull and carry and lift up to 50 pounds
• Comfortable alternating between standing, sitting and or walking for an entire shift which is typically 10-12 hours
• Willing and able to operate powered industrial and mechanical equipment including but not limited to reach truck, standups, dock stocker and pushcarts *proper training and safety standards are provided
• Work in various temperatures and noise levels

Do What You Love

We are delighted you are interested in joining our pack and helping us in our commitment to doing Anything for Pets, and the people who love them. We are excited to hear your story and learn more about you! Apply Now!

PetSmart is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national or ethnic origin, disability, as well as any other characteristic protected by federal, provincial, or local law.

Applicants must be the age of 18 or over, unless located in Montana or where otherwise required by local or state law.

The employer will consider for employment qualified Applicants with Criminal Histories in a manner consistent with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring.