Backroom Associate

Job Summary:

As a Fortune 50 company with over 350,000 team members worldwide, Target is an iconic brand and a leader in American retail. Working at Target provides the opportunity to help families experience the joy of everyday life. We are deeply committed to supporting our communities, investing in the places we live, work, and play. Our team values relationships, fosters talent growth, and thrives together as one. At our core, we prioritize care, growth, and success together.

Roles and Duties:

• Abide by all safety rules and procedures to guarantee a secure workplace.
• Participating in safety training workshops will equip you with the expertise needed to excel in a fast-moving warehouse atmosphere.
• Arrange, transport, and dispatch items for delivery to customers and retail locations.
• Maintain the precise handling of items for retail delivery and guest shipments.
• Facilitate the movement of freight and optimize inventory operations within the warehouse.
• Maintain a workspace that is free from chaos, well-kept, and organized.
• Report to work on time and finalize assigned duties with precision and within the designated timeline.
• Support the drive for operational excellence through engaging in problem-solving for continuous improvement.
• Exhibit a favorable and considerate behavior when working autonomously or in a team environment.

Requirements:

• Responsible for regularly moving and handling goods that weigh 35-50 lbs.
• Able to occasionally lift and carry items up to 60 lbs.
• Capacity to stand, walk, exert pressure, tug, crouch, incline, and extend over the course of shifts.
• Preserve a favorable and polished attitude while working within a team or on your own.
• Foundational numerical skills, which encompass counting, addition, and subtraction.
• Ability to precisely comprehend and interpret information presented on labels, tickets, and other product-related materials.
• Utilize computer systems or portable devices proficiently without the need for constant supervision post-training.
• Mastery of verbal and written communication techniques.
• Proficiency in comprehending, communicating in, and interpreting English to abide by safety rules, procedures, and directives.

Additional Requirements:

• Skilled in participating in training sessions and operating motorized equipment in a safe manner (e.g., Pallet Rider, Scissor Lift, Sit-Down & Stand-Up Forklift).
• Comfortable undertaking work at heights up to 40 ft when the need arises.
• Proficient in conducting duties for prolonged periods within environments that are temperature-controlled, like refrigerators and freezers.

Benefits:

Target team members may qualify for a comprehensive benefits package, subject to plan terms and employment eligibility. Employees also receive a 10% Target discount, plus an extra 20% off select wellness products, including fruits, vegetables, healthy foods, activewear, and tobacco cessation products.

Note:

Based on business needs and role requirements within Warehouse Operations, candidates may be considered for either a Warehouse Worker or Warehouse Associate position. The specific job responsibilities for each role are outlined in the application process.