Warehouse Associate (Day Shift) (357)

We are seeking a dependable and motivated Warehouse Associate (Day Shift) to be an integral part of our operations team! In this role, you will help ensure the seamless flow of products throughout the warehouse, from receiving and storing inventory to picking, packing, and preparing shipments. The ideal candidate is versatile, detail-oriented, and ready to support multiple areas of the warehouse to maintain efficiency, accuracy, and a safe work environment. This position offers hands-on experience across all warehouse functions and the opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to the success of the team.

Team members hired into warehouse operations will be cross-trained across multiple departments , enabling workforce flexibility and efficient support of changing business demands.

How You'll Make An Impact

• Receive, inspect, and process incoming shipments, ensuring accurate documentation and proper storage.
• Pick, pack, and prepare orders for shipment, maintaining accuracy, quality, and proper organization.
• Organize and maintain inventory, shelving, and warehouse spaces for efficiency and safety.
• Assist with shipping, labeling, staging, and loading outbound orders, supporting overall warehouse operations.
• Participate in inventory management, including cycle counts and reporting, to maintain accurate stock levels.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized warehouse environment, adhering to company policies and safety standards.

Physical Requirements

• Stand, walk, stoop, kneel, and crouch throughout an eight-hour shift.
• Reach with hands and arms and use hand-eye coordination.
• Lift and move items weighing 10–25 pounds; lift and/or move items up to 70 pounds.
• Push or pull items weighing up to 150 pounds.

What You'll Need To Succeed

• Reliable attendance, punctuality, and strong work ethic.
• Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and thoroughness in all tasks.
• Ability to assess item condition and quality quickly and make sound decisions.
• Proficiency with handheld electronic devices, including barcode scanners.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced warehouse environment.
• Flexible and adaptable, willing to assist across multiple warehouse functions.

Please Note: This position is a day shift, Monday through Friday, from 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM and is located onsite in Columbia, Missouri. How We Elevate Our Employees We believe your success is our success, so our benefits package is designed specifically to support you in every aspect of your life. At BNED, we offer a variety of programs and resources to support the physical, mental, and financial well-being of our employees by offering a competitive total rewards package for full-time employees, which includes medical, dental, and vision plans, 401k with an annual discretionary match, life insurance, commuter benefits, paid time off with paid holidays, and a broad range of other benefits.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion At Barnes & Noble Education, we empower everyone. Our mission is to support students, faculty, and schools, serving as a catalyst to meet the evolving needs of the education system and a new generation of students. That starts with fostering an environment for our employees where diversity and individuality is celebrated.

Barnes & Noble Education is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Barnes & Noble Education provides reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the application and employment process. If you need a reasonable accommodation to complete an application or participate in the interview process, please contact [email protected].