Warehouse Associate (Mid-Day)

Grainger; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 28,447 - 30,100; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan contribution

Paid time off

Job summary

Grainger in Kansas City is seeking Warehouse Associates to join their team. This role involves handling inbound and outbound warehouse tasks, ensuring quality and shipping accuracy. Candidates must be comfortable in a physically demanding environment and can expect to lift packages up to 75 pounds.

Pay starts at $20.65 per hour and includes comprehensive benefits like medical insurance, paid time off, and a 401(k) contribution with no employee requirement.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Previous warehouse, retail, or customer service experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Safely complete inbound and outbound warehouse tasks.
• Ensure products are shipped correctly to meet customer expectations.
• Meet safety and quality standards.

Skills

Attention to detail

Ability to work in a team

Comfort with heat and cold exposure

Ability to lift up to 75 pounds

Tools

Computerized scanning equipment

Material handling equipment

Job description

About Grainger

W.W. Grainger, Inc. is a leading broad line distributor with operations primarily in North America, Japan and the United Kingdom. At Grainger, we keep the world working by serving more than 4.5 million customers worldwide with products and solutions delivered through innovative technology and strong customer relationships. In 2024 the company had revenue of $17.2 billion across its two business models. In the High‑Touch Solutions segment, Grainger offers approximately 2 million MRO products and services, including technical support and inventory management. In the Endless Assortment segment, Zoro.com offers customers access to more than 14 million products, and MonotaRO.com offers more than 24 million products. For more information, visit www.grainger.com.

Work Location Type

Onsite

Compensation

This position is hourly. Pay starts at $20.65 hour and after three raises in 12 months bring your pay to $21.85 hour.

• + $1 hour for powered industrial equipment operators
• $1 hour for working overnight shift

Rewards and Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage starts on day one of employment.
• Access to up to 50% of your paycheck based on hours worked before payday.
• 18 paid time off days annually for full‑time employees (accrual prorated based on start date) and 6 company holidays per year.
• 6% company contribution to a 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan each pay period; no employee contribution required.
• Employee discounts, parental leave, and other benefits.
• Safety shoes provided where applicable.

For additional information and details regarding Grainger’s benefits, please click on the link below: https://experience100.ehr.com/grainger/Home/Tools-Resources/Key-Resources/New-Hire

The rate of pay provided above is not a guarantee of compensation. The rate reflects the expected base pay for this role at the time of this posting based on the job grade for this position. Grainger reserves the right to amend, modify, or terminate its compensation and benefit programs in its sole discretion at any time, consistent with applicable law.

Job Overview

We’re hiring Warehouse Associates across multiple shifts with full‑time positions available. You’ll report to a DC Supervisor or Process Manager and have regular interaction with other team members.

Join our team at 11200 E. 210 Highway, Kansas City, MO 64161. Day shift: Monday – Friday, 1:30 pm to 10:00 pm.

You Will

• Safely complete inbound and/or outbound warehouse tasks with strong attention to detail (unloading, sorting, labeling, replenishing, auditing, and packing products).
• Ensure products are shipped correctly to exceed customers’ expectations for quality and delivery speed.
• Meet safety, quality, productivity, behavior, attendance, and overtime requirements as needed.
• Operate computerized scanning equipment and maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment in compliance with OSHA and Hazardous Material requirements.
• Perform other tasks as directed by leadership.

You Have

• Comfort working on your feet with exposure to heat, cold, noise, and dust while working around moving equipment and elevated stations.
• Be at least 18 years of age.
• Ability to frequently lift, slide, and lower packages up to 75 pounds.
• Ability to receive feedback and work well in a team environment.
• For PIE operators: ability to operate warehouse vehicles, material handling equipment, and powered industrial equipment, including Crown, Pacer, Reach Truck, Order Picker, Barrett, and Turret Truck.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous warehouse, retail, or customer service experience in fast‑paced environments.
• Great attention to detail, quality, and safety.

Equal Opportunity Statement

We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status or any other protected characteristic under federal, state, or local law. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible work environment that includes providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities during the application and hiring process as well as throughout the course of one’s employment.