Seasonal Warehouse Associate

The Guitar Center Company; Itasca (IL); On-site; USD 24,796 - 26,174; Part time

Job summary

The Guitar Center Company is seeking a Seasonal Warehouse Associate in Itasca, Illinois to support daily operations. Responsibilities include processing, organizing, and preparing merchandise while maintaining an orderly work environment.

The position offers a competitive compensation of $18.00 - $19.00 per hour and is anticipated to run from July 2026 through September 2026. Qualified individuals with disabilities can request accommodations for the application process.

Qualifications

• Ability to navigate warehouse locations and locate products accurately.
• Six months of warehouse experience preferred.
• Comfortable meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Locate and transfer product for daily sales orders.
• Process and sort serialized products according to company standards.
• Assist with quality control and maintenance of rental inventory.
• Prepare, pack, and label items for shipment.
• Load and unload products, including moving items with or without rolling carts.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving ability

Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office

Ability to use RF scanning equipment

Ability to work collaboratively

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Overview

The Seasonal Warehouse Associate supports daily warehouse operations and ensures accurate, efficient handling of incoming and outgoing products. This role is responsible for processing, organizing, and preparing merchandise to meet business needs while maintaining a safe and orderly work environment.

Compensation: Commensurate with experience; $18.00 - $19.00 per hour.

Seasonality: Position is anticipated to run from July 2026- September 2026.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Locate and transfer product for daily sales orders, ensuring accuracy between physical product and order description.
• Process and sort serialized product according to company standards.
• Assist with quality control and maintenance of rental inventory.
• Prepare, pack, and label items for shipment following established procedures.
• Load and unload products, including moving items with or without rolling carts.
• Move product within the facility to support storage, staging, or shipment needs.
• Serve as a backup driver, operating company vehicles to deliver products between locations as needed, following all traffic regulations.
• Support warehouse team members and leadership with additional duties as assigned.

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or GED (required).
• Six months of warehouse experience (preferred).
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Ability to navigate warehouse locations, locate products accurately, and use RF scanning equipment.
• Strong attention to detail and problem‑solving ability.
• Ability to identify and correct errors quickly and retain the knowledge for future implementation.
• Comfortable meeting deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and independently when needed.
• Offers of employment are contingent upon successful background checks.

Physical Demands and Work Effort

• Ability to lift, push, or pull up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to stand, walk, and move within a warehouse environment for extended periods.
• Ability to perform repetitive motions safely for extended periods.
• Ability to safely climb and work on ladders when needed.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our website, you may request a reasonable accommodation to express interest in a specific opening.