Retail Warehouse Associate- Seasonal
IKEA
Responsibilities
Primary Duties
- Perform core warehouse processes including picking, packing, shipping, receiving, replenishment, and storing of goods
- Execute daily operations effectively using available systems and tools
- Unload, process, and handle inbound and outbound merchandise safely
- Identify, document, and remove any damages found or caused during handling of merchandise
- Contribute to goal setting for overall warehouse operations
- Support high goods availability through timely and precise execution of assigned tasks
- Follow all IKEA health, safety, and security rules
Additional Duties
- Collaborate with colleagues and take responsibility for additional tasks or projects as assigned
Experience Requirements
Required
1 year of related experience.
1 year of experience
Benefits & Perks
Benefits Package
- 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)
Full Job Description
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 coworkers, customers, equipment, and products. Collaborate with colleagues and take responsibility for additional tasks or projects as assigned.
Minimum Requirements:
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.
Previous warehouse and forklift experience is preferred, but not required.
Job Type: Warehouse/Forklift Seasonal position
Benefits Eligible: yes
Hours: 20-34 hrs/week, Average 3-4 days per week, Outbound 5am-10pm
Ending in: September 2026
Pay Range: $19.96-28 based on IKEA equivalent years of experience
At IKEA, taking care of our co-workers and their dependents is a top priority. That's why we offer our eligible, regular co-workers (part-time and full-time) a full menu of benefits and perk options to help everyone maintain work and life balance, be well and plan for their future. Join our team and enjoy these benefits and so much more!
- 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
Company Culture
Work Environment: A fun and inclusive work environment
How to Apply
IKEA pays $21 for Warehouse Worker in St. Louis, Missouri, with most salaries ranging from $17 to $26. Pay can vary based on role, experience, and local cost of living.
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