Description

Work Location Type: Calle E - Solares 4 y 5 Caguas, PR 00725

Req Number 327866

About Grainger

W.W. Grainger, Inc., is a leading broad line distributor with operations primarily in North America, Japan and the United Kingdom. At Grainger, We Keep the World Working® by serving more than 4.5 million customers worldwide with products and solutions delivered through innovative technology and deep customer relationships. Known for its commitment to service and award-winning culture, the Company had 2024 revenue of $17.2 billion across its two business models. In the High-Touch Solutions segment, Grainger offers approximately 2 million maintenance, repair and operating (MRO) products and services, including technical support and inventory management. In the Endless Assortment segment, Zoro.com offers customers access to more than 14 million products, and MonotaRO.com offers more than 24 million products. For more information, visit www.grainger.com.

Compensation

This position is hourly. The anticipated base pay compensation range for this position is $12.36 and $15.44

Rewards and Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage starts on day one of employment.
• Access to up to 50% of your paycheck based on hours worked before payday.
• 18 paid time off (PTO) days annually for full-time employees (accrual prorated based on employment start date) and 6 company holidays per year.
• 6% company contribution to a 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan each pay period, no employee contribution required.
• Employee discounts, parental leave, and other benefits.
• Safety shoes provided (where applicable).

For additional information and details regarding Grainger's benefits, please click on the link below:

https://experience100.ehr.com/grainger/Home/Tools-Resources/Key-Resources/New-Hire

The pay range provided above is not a guarantee of compensation. The range reflects the potential base pay for this role at the time of this posting based on the job grade for this position. Individual base pay compensation will depend, in part, on factors such as geographic work location and relevant experience and skills.

The anticipated compensation range described above is subject to change and the compensation ultimately paid may be higher or lower than the range described above.

Grainger reserves the right to amend, modify, or terminate its compensation and benefit programs in its sole discretion at any time, consistent with applicable law.

Position Details:

The Warehouse Associate performs warehouse duties and functions to support inventory integrity, order processing - picking, packing, staging, and shipping, and general maintenance and housekeeping duties to ensure a safe, clean, and orderly work environment.

You Will:

• Execute the Grainger Service Promise and demonstrates, by action, the company Values.
• Accurately receive product on DC trailer and air shipments and effectively puts away product to utilize time efficiently and maximize cube space.
• Receive product from Branch Transfers (UPS, and other Carriers) to fulfill customer orders
• Receive product on Hub Truck (Same Day Pickup) and process customer backorders and branch stock replenishment in order to have product available for sale.
• Processes backorders to fulfill customer orders and meet order ready times.
• Picks & stages will call orders to achieve company Will Call Ready Rate (WCRR) and Customer expectations.
• Accurately picks and prepares shipping orders to meet shipping cutoff times and processes orders according to all regulatory standards.
• Processes returns in accordance with company guidelines, referencing original documents, product disposition, and obtaining all necessary signatures.
• Contacts customers in order to purge old orders and release product for purchase by other customers.
• Properly prepares, stages and documents product for reverse logistics in order to keep inventory fresh and warehouse space open for new products to be introduced.
• Prepares all hazmat orders in accordance with all Dept. of Transportation and company requirements.
• Processes all next day air shipments in accordance with DOT requirements and company expectations.
• Schedules customer/vendor pickups as needed to serve customer and branch needs.
• Performs cycle counts to ensure inventory accuracy.
• Works multiple location report to drive continuous improvement in inventory accuracy by reducing duplicate locations.
• Performs stock alignments as necessary to improve inventory performance and accuracy.
• Replenishes and maintains showroom stock to create an appealing well stocked environment for customers.
• Conducts daily power equipment inspection to ensure safe operation of equipment, safe work environment for employees, and compliance with all OSHA and company regulations.
• Grounds keeping and trash collection/disposal to ensure a clean, well-groomed appearance for customers and employees.
• Maintains shipping supplies, postage, etc.
• Branch cleaning (Bathrooms, Mop Floors, etc...)
• Warehouse housekeeping - Block/Flaps/Bin Maintenance to maintain a clean inventory environment and maximize cube space.
• Supports customer service by assisting customers picking up and loading product.
• Support will call service as needed to maintain a high level of customer service
• Disposes of Defective Hazmat/Lighting /Scrap products in compliance with RPG guidelines.
• Actively participates in all regulatory training (Hazmat, Refrigeration, Back & Knife... etc.) and other company training initiatives.
• Participates in annual inventory as needed.
• With appropriate cross-training, provides back up support to service team during peak service times or when necessary.
• Reports directly to a Service Manager or Branch Manager and may take daily direction from Sales Team Leads.
• Has interaction with freight carriers, customers, and branch and sales employees at various locations within the network
• This position utilizes both manual and power material handling equipment to perform job functions, such as pallet jacks, forklifts, etc.
• Must be able to regularly lift up to 50 pounds unassisted and heavier loads with assistance.
• Majority of time is spent standing and walking.
• Ability to climb, bend, squat, reach, grasp and lift.
• Verbal and written communication.
• Other duties as assigned

You Have:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Must be at least 18 years old
• 1 year warehouse / material handling experience preferred
• Able to operate powered industrial equipment
• Able to operate computerized scanning equipment and PC based programs including SAP.
• Able to follow verbal and written instructions with minimal supervision.
• Is aware of own strengths and weaknesses. Is open to developmental feedback and takes responsibility for personal development.
• Must pass a pre-employment drug screen.
• Bilingual preferred (English/Spanish)

We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status or any other protected characteristic under federal, state, or local law. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible work environment that includes both providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities during the application and hiring process as well as throughout the course of one's employment, should you need a reasonable accommodation during the application and selection process, including, but not limited to use of our website, any part of the application, interview or hiring process, please advise us so that we can provide appropriate assistance.