Warehouse Co-worker (1B)
Logistics, Sales & Operations · Supply Chain & Transport · Logistics Management
In short
As a Warehouse Co-worker at IKEA in Port Wentworth, Georgia, you will perform essential warehouse functions such as picking, packing, shipping, and receiving. This full-time, on-site role focuses on accuracy, safety, and customer satisfaction, contributing to efficient supply chain operations.
Responsibilities
- Perform core warehouse processes including picking, packing, shipping, receiving, replenishment, and storing of goods with a focus on accuracy, safety, and customer satisfaction.
- Execute daily operations effectively using available systems and tools to support efficient workflows and maintain data integrity.
- Unload, process, and handle inbound and outbound merchandise safely, securing goods for proper movement throughout the distribution center.
- Identify, document, and remove any damages found or caused during handling of merchandise.
- Contribute to goal setting for overall warehouse operations and support implementation of local business plans and improvement projects.
- Analyze daily and seasonal workload demands to ensure efficient volume handling and resource planning.
- Support high goods availability through timely and precise execution of assigned tasks.
- Work in a lean, simple, and cost-conscious manner, sharing good practices to optimize daily operations.
- Follow all IKEA health, safety, and security rules, actively helping to prevent incidents involving co-workers, customers, equipment, and products.
- Collaborate with colleagues and take responsibility for additional tasks or projects as assigned.
Requirements
- Minimum 1 year of related experience.
- Ability to lift up to 70 lbs./30kgs ergonomically.
- Ability to stand and walk for long periods of time.
- Fluent in English and local language, both written and spoken.
Desired Qualifications
- Previous warehouse and forklift experience is preferred, but not required.
Benefits
- Generous paid time off, holiday and sick time
- WiselyPay – get earned wages up to two days early
- Paid parental leave (up to 16 weeks)
- KinderCare tuition discount
- Retirement and bonus plans
- Co-worker discount, meal deal, and referral bonus
- Pet insurance program
- Education assistance and learning programs
- Safety shoe reimbursement
- 24/7 telehealth visits
- Dental and vision plans
- Medical and Rx plans (must work min. 20 hrs/wk)
- A fun and inclusive work environment
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