Seasonal Warehouse Associate (Blue Springs, MO)

About the Role

As a Warehouse Associate, you will prepare, process and move merchandise productively, safely, and accurately according to established production rates, standards and guidelines.

You will be cross-trained to perform various functions in different departments to support business and operational needs.

What You’ll Do

Receive and process merchandise, including picking, packing, preparing, shipping orders and returns and loading and unloading trailers

Input data to prepare reports

Provide high-quality internal and external customer service, including communicating with vendors, associates and locations to resolve disputes and review compliance

To promote a safe work environment, follow all company, state, local and OSHA safety rules, policies and regulations; promptly report any potential violations to the appropriate supervisor or manager

Comply with all company policies, procedures, standards and guidelines, including those related to accuracy and productivity

Maintain regular and acceptable attendance as set by the company and comply with dress code requirements

Maintain a flexible work schedule and adhere to the requirement of working any designated shift and overtime as requested per business and operational needs

What Skills You Have

Required

Proficiency in English sufficient to understand and follow rules, training, and instructions necessary for operational safety and efficiency.

Effective collaboration and teamwork skills

Adept multi-tasking abilities

Ability to satisfactorily complete company training programs and cross-train in at least 2 departments

Essential Functions

The requirements listed below are representative of functions you will be required to perform, however you may be required to perform additional functions.

Kohl’s may revise this job description at any time. To perform this job successfully, you must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions, absent undue hardship.

Ability to perform the accountabilities listed in the What You’ll Do Section

Ability to comply with dress code requirements

Basic math and reading skills, legible handwriting, and basic computer operation

Ability to maintain prompt and regular attendance and have flexibility within the hours of operation

Ability to learn and comply with all company policies, procedures, standards and guidelines

Ability to receive, understand and proactively respond to direction from leadership and other company personnel

Ability to work as part of a team and interact effectively and appropriately with others

Ability to maintain composure and work in a fast paced environment while accomplishing multiple tasks within established timeframes

Ability to satisfactorily complete company training programs

Ability to use a personal computer / ipad for tasks such as communicating, preparing reports, etc.

Perform work in accordance with the Physical Requirements section.

Physical Requirements

Ability to operate and communicate on multiple frequency devices, handheld scanners, and other technology equipment as directed

Must be able to lift and carry objects up to 30 lbs. frequently, up to 50 lbs. occasionally and over 50 lbs. with a two person lift

Ability to climb, squat, stoop, kneel, crouch, bend, twist, reach, lift, grasp, push and pull on a frequent basis

Ability to stand and / or walk for the duration of the scheduled shift (at least 12 hours)

Ability to visually verify information and locate and inspect merchandise

Ability to comply with health and safety standards

Ability to work in a multi-level environment, including climbing stairs

Ability to periodically work overtime to support the cyclical nature of the business (may entail a shift longer than 12 hours)

Working Conditions

Exposure to noise and moderate but varying temperatures

Kohl’s uses Biometric equipment for various business purposes, which may include timekeeping, access, secure entry / exit, temperature / wellness screenings, or other business operations