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From the employer's careers site First seen 26 Oct 2026

Warehouse Associate

Target On-site temporary

Salary

$22.75 - $27.39 per hour

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Description

We are seeking a Warehouse Associate to join our team. As a Warehouse Associate, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation of our warehouse.

Job Summary: You will be responsible for packing, loading, and shipping items to stores and guests, as well as maintaining a safe and organised work environment.

Responsibilities:

  • Follow all safety policies and procedures to ensure a safe working environment for all team members.
  • Attend safety trainings to learn how to work safely in a fast-paced warehouse environment.
  • Pack, load, and ship items to stores and guests.
  • Ensure accurate processing of merchandise to our stores and guests.
  • Work safely, quickly, and efficiently to handle freight and move inventory throughout the warehouse.
  • Maintain a neat, clean, and organised work area.
  • Report to work on time and complete job tasks as assigned accurately and on time.
  • Engage in problem-solving to support continuous improvement.
  • Maintain a positive and respectful attitude while working independently and in a team environment.

Requirements:

  • Able to lift and carry merchandise weighing 35-50 lbs. frequently throughout a shift.
  • Able to lift and carry merchandise weighing up to 60 lbs. occasionally throughout a shift.
  • Stand, walk, push, pull, squat, bend, and reach during shifts.
  • Maintain a positive and respectful attitude while working independently and in a team environment.
  • Able to accurately use basic math skills (counting, addition, subtraction).
  • Able to accurately read labels, tickets, and other product documentation.
  • Able to operate computer systems or handheld devices with minimal direction after receiving training.
  • Good written and oral communication skills.
  • Must be able to understand, speak, and read English with sufficient proficiency to follow safety and other policies, trainings, and instructions.

Additional Requirements for Warehouse Worker:

  • Able to be trained on and operate all powered equipment safely (including but not limited to Pallet Rider, Scissor Lift, Sit Down & Standup Forklift), and work at heights of up to 40ft where applicable.
  • Work at a height of up to 40 ft on a mezzanine (where applicable).

Benefits:

  • Competitive hourly rate: $22.75 - $27.39 per hour for Warehouse Associate, $24.50 - $29.23 per hour for Warehouse Worker.
  • $1,000 Sign-On Bonus for Seasonal & Permanent Positions.
  • Opportunity to earn additional compensation in the form of a shift differential, ranging from $2.00 to $3.50 per hour, based on eligibility.
  • Comprehensive benefits package, including 10% discount at all Target stores and Target.com, along with 20% off wellness products and 20% off adult owned-brand apparel and accessories.

Skills

Required

  • Basic math skills
  • Communication skills
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Ability to lift and carry heavy objects
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
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