Warehouse Associate - Splitter (2nd shift )

External Ocean State Job Lot; North Kingstown (RI); On-site; USD 22,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Ocean State Job Lot is seeking a Warehouse Associate - Splitter for the North Kingstown, RI distribution center. This second-shift role involves distributing merchandise onto pallets, utilizing RF scanners, and building pallets for shipping in a fast-paced DC environment.

You will operate a pallet jack and wrapping machine, verify case packs, and ensure safety and productivity standards are met. Lifting up to 50 lbs and working the 3:30 PM–12:00 AM shift are required.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and teamwork abilities are essential.
• Ability to work a second shift in a fast-paced DC environment.
• Willingness to learn RF scanning and operating powered equipment.
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs and perform physically demanding tasks.

Responsibilities

• Accurately complete and submit daily productivity sheets.
• Split merchandise and build shippable pallets per guidelines.
• Operate pallet jack and wrapping equipment to prepare pallets.
• Transport pallets to shipping lanes and follow audit-control procedures.
• Maintain a safe, clean work area and comply with SOPs and OSHA.

Skills

Effective Communicator

Team Oriented

Self-motivated

Passionate

Tools

RF Scanner

Powered Equipment License

Job description

Warehouse Associate - Splitter (2nd shift )

• Posted on September 28, 2026

Locations

Showing 1 location

North Kingstown, RI 02852, USA

• Distribution Center
• Full-Time
• Requisition #: WAREH019532

Description

Company Overview:

Ocean State Job Lot(“OSJL” or the “Company”) is a dynamic $850+ million general merchandise retailer with a strong foothold across the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic. With over 170 stores currently and ambitious plans to reach 180 locations, OSJL offers exciting opportunities for growth and contribution. We are an opportunity-driven retailer owning over 50% of our operating locations, totaling 8 million square feet, demonstrating our stability and long-term vision. At OSJL, you will be part of a team committed to delivering exceptional value to our customers while driving positive change and a more responsible future for retail within our communities.

Hours & Schedule: Monday - Friday (Second shift, 3:30 PM - 12:00 AM)

Job Summary:

The Splitter role within the Distribution Center (DC) at Ocean State Job Lot(“OSJL” or "Company") distributes merchandise onto pallets in accordance with store allocation information from the daily split sheets in a manner that meets Company established standards in safety, quality, and productivity.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Accurately complete and submit daily productivity sheets.
• Perform all splitting functions in an accurate, productive, and safe manner.
• Assign and remove pallets in and out of split lines, using a radio frequency (RF) scanning device.
• Build shippable pallets by operating a pallet jack, walkie talkies (40 and 60 channels), and wrapping machine.
• Distinguish different types of merchandise by verifying case pack and description.
• Transport pallets to Shipping, placing them in proper store lanes, and follow all audit-control procedures.
• Inspect and sign out equipment on a daily basis.
• Maintain compliance with Standard Operating Procedures and OSHA requirements.
• Maintain a neat, orderly, and clean work area to meet or exceed area safety, quality, and productivity standards.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to learn to use a RF scanner.
• Ability to satisfactorily complete the Powered Equipment Training Program and attainment of license.
• Ability to satisfactorily complete the Splitting Area Training Program and pass the Splitting Area proficiency test.
• Ability to operate powered industrial equipment and achieve any applicable license.

ATTRIBUTES:

• Effective Communicator: You possess strong communication skills and have the ability to build and maintain a culture of trust and respect.
• Team Oriented: You are capable of embracing the ideas of others (even if they conflict with your own) for the sake of the Company. You commit time, focus, and energy to develop future OSJL leaders by motivating them around a common purpose and vision.
• Self-motivated: You can work with a minimum amount of supervision and be capable of strategically prioritizing multiple tasks in a proactive manner. You understand the tools and processes needed to meet larger strategic initiatives.
• Passionate: You must be passionate about online collaboration and ensuring our clients are successful; we love seeing hunger and ambition.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Work primarily in a distribution center environment. The DC warehouse environment is characterized by temperature extremes, noise, movement of conveyors and equipment, and other conditions associated with the operation of a high volume distribution center.
• Should be able to lift and move 50 lbs of material on a regular basis.
• Should be able to bend, lift, stretch, and reach both below the waist and above the head.
• Works primarily in a DC environment. Must be able to remain stationary and/or continually move for up to 10 - 12 hours per day.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to
  perform essential functions.

This job description does not list all the duties of the job. You may be asked by supervisors or managers to perform other job duties and tasks, some of which may be essential to the position. Leadership has the right to revise this job description at any time. The job description is not a contract, either express or implied. You are an at-will employee, meaning either you or the Company may terminate your employment at any time, with or without notice.

The salary range for this position is between $16.00 to $17.00/hour.

Salary varies depending on experience.

Qualifications

Preferred

Thought Provoking : Capable of making others think deeply on a subject

Team Player : Works well as a member of a group

Dedicated : Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Motivations

Preferred

Flexibility : Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals

Job Security : Inspired to perform well by the knowledge that your job is safe

Work-Life Balance : Inspired to perform well by having ample time to pursue work and interests outside of work

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