Seasonal Warehouse Associate Job at Baker Book House Company in Grand Rapids

Job Description

Seasonal Warehouse Associate

Reports to: E-Commerce Manager

Department: Retail

Location: Kentwood

FLSA: Non-exempt

Shift: Part Time, Seasonal

Availability range: October 2025 through January 2026

Primary Responsibilities:

• Prepare incoming and outgoing packages for shipment.
• Wrap packages or bundles by hand.
• Verify that items are addressed correctly, marked with the proper postage, and in suitable condition for processing.
• Weigh packages or letters to determine postage needed, using weighing scales and rate charts.
• Determine the way mail is to be sent and prepare it for delivery to mail facilities.
• Load and unload boxes from vehicles.
• Assist Warehouse Supervisor with warehouse inventory/storage.
• Open boxes, compare product to purchase orders, label and receive product using inventory programs.
• Assist with other warehouse tasks as needed.
• Clean and maintain an organized workstation, meeting all OSHA workplace regulations.
• Break down boxes and packing material for re-use or recycling to maintain a clean warehouse.
• Develop constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, maintaining them over time.

Other tasks not on this list may be assigned.

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each duty listed above satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• English Language – Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the ability to understand and communicate information in both oral and written formats.
• Attention to Detail – Job requires being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks.
• Adaptability/Flexibility – Job requires being open to change (positive or negative) and to considerable variety in the workplace.
• Tools & Technology – Ability to navigate e-mail, Internet, standard shipping program, database, and inventory management software.
• Sociability – Ability to provide outstanding service to others and work with co-workers in a friendly non-competitive environment.
• Physical Qualifications – Must be able to stand for extended periods of time, with the ability to lift, bend, and twist as required. Ability to lift 30 pounds on a regular basis, up to 50 pounds on occasion.

Baker Publishing is an Equal Opportunity Employer.