About this opportunity
Grainger lists this Material Handler - Warehouse opportunity in minooka, Illinois. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Work Location Type: Onsite
Req Number
Looking for steady full-time work, a schedule that gives you three days off each week, and benefits that start right away?
Join Grainger's distribution team in our ILDC in Minooka!
Compensation
This position is hourly. Pay starts at $21.75/hour (with three raises in 12 months bringing your pay to $22.95/hour)
+ $1/hour for powered industrial equipment (PIE) operators**
+ $1/hour for working overnight shift
You'll also receive:
Benefits starting on Day 1 , including medical, dental, vision and life insurance
18 days of PTO annually for full-time team members, plus 6 company holidays
6% company contribution to your 401(k) each pay period — no employee contribution required
Tuition reimbursement, employee discounts, financial resources and additional family benefits
Work 4 days per week with 3 days off!
Night Shift Schedule
7:00pm - 5:30am and 8:00pm - 6:30am available
Day Shift Schedule
7:30am - 6:15pm
8:00am - 6:45pm
9:00am - 7:30pm
About Grainger
W.W. Grainger, Inc. is a leading broad line distributor with operations primarily in North America and Japan. At Grainger, We Keep the World Working® by serving more than 4.6 million customers worldwide with maintenance, repair and operating (MRO) products and value-added solutions delivered through innovative technology and deep customer expertise. Known for its commitment to service and purpose-driven culture, the Company reported 2025 revenue of $17.9 billion. For more information, visit .
Rewards and Benefits
With benefits starting on day one, our programs provide choice and flexibility to meet team members' individual needs, including:
Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans with coverage starting on day one of employment and 6 free sessions each year with a licensed therapist to support your emotional wellbeing.
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, tuition reimbursement, student loan refinancing and free access to financial counseling, education, and tools.
Maternity support programs, nursing benefits, and up to 14 weeks paid leave for birth parents and up to 4 weeks paid leave for non-birth parents.
For additional information and details regarding Grainger’s benefits, please click on the link below:
Grainger Benefits
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 Distribution Center Associate performs warehouse responsibilities and functions to support inventory integrity, order processing – picking, packing, staging, shipping, general maintenance and housekeeping responsibilities to guarantee a safe and clean work environment. Ensure compliance with safety requirements by performing inspections and maintenance. You will role report directly to a DC Supervisor or Process Manager and have regular interaction with other DC Associates.
Address 701 Grainger Way, Minooka, IL 60447
You Will
Safely complete inbound and/or outbound warehouse tasks with strong attention to detail. For example, unloading, sorting, labeling, replenishing, auditing, picking and packing products
Ensure products are shipped correctly to exceed customers' expectations for quality and delivery speed
Meet safety, quality, productivity, behavior, attendance, and overtime requirements as needed
Operate computerized scanning equipment and maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment in compliance with OSHA and Hazardous
Material requirements Perform other tasks as directed by leadership
You Have
Comfort working on your feet with exposure to heat, cold, noise, and dust while working around moving equipment and elevated stations
At least 18 years of age
Ability to frequently lift, slide and lower packages up to 75 pounds
Ability to receive feedback and work well in a team environment
Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check.
**For Power Industrial Equioment (PIE) operators: ability to operate warehouse vehicles, material handling equipment and powered industrial equipment, including Crown, Pacer, Reach Truck, Order Picker, Barrett, Turret Truck and Forklift
Preferred Qualifications
18+ months previous warehouse, retail, or customer service experience in fast-paced environments.
Strong knowledge of warehouse operations.
Great attention to detail, quality, and safety.
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.
Worksite address
minooka, IL, 60447, US
Who can apply
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